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Mondays at 4pm-6pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center Spring Series: Feb 7, 2022-May 23, 2022 No class February 21 $20 drop in $210 for entire series (15 classes) Students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. For those interested in staying healthy, connecting with the community or learning a rich musical tradition, […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Tuesdays at 10:30am-11:45am In-person at La Peña Cultural Center Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga are welcome, and all body […]
Wednesdays at 6:30pm-8pm In person at La Peña Drop in: $20 per class Half series (6 weeks): $90 Full series (12 weeks): $180 Flexible payment available - contact the instructor at mariadlr4@gmail.com. Son jarocho is a community music that reflects the cycle of life in its poetic lyrics. Classes at La Peña focus instruction on […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Saturdays, 10am-12pm (2022) In-person at La Peña Cultural Center 1. Peruvian Cajón, Cajita & Zapateó Cost per class: $15 Starts at 10am 2. Peruvian Dance Marinera Limeña/Norteña-Tondero-Valse-Zamacueca & Festejo Cost per class: $15 Starts at 11 am Instructors: Peta Robles & Gabriela Shiroma More information at: lunderomio@yahoo.com | 510-688-9147 PLEASE NOTE: This class follows current City […]
Sundays at 11:30am-1:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center Feb 13, 2022-July 31, 2022 Instructors: Shefali Shah, Román Ito Carrillo and Héctor Lugo $30 drop in $25 per class with series registration (4 weeks) During these classes, students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. Classes culminate in student performances. For those interested in […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Tuesdays at 10:30am-11:45am In-person at La Peña Cultural Center Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga are welcome, and all body […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Saturdays, 10am-12pm (2022) In-person at La Peña Cultural Center 1. Peruvian Cajón, Cajita & Zapateó Cost per class: $15 Starts at 10am 2. Peruvian Dance Marinera Limeña/Norteña-Tondero-Valse-Zamacueca & Festejo Cost per class: $15 Starts at 11 am Instructors: Peta Robles & Gabriela Shiroma More information at: lunderomio@yahoo.com | 510-688-9147 PLEASE NOTE: This class follows current City […]
Sundays at 11:30am-1:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center Feb 13, 2022-July 31, 2022 Instructors: Shefali Shah, Román Ito Carrillo and Héctor Lugo $30 drop in $25 per class with series registration (4 weeks) During these classes, students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. Classes culminate in student performances. For those interested in […]
Mondays at 4pm-6pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center Spring Series: Feb 7, 2022-May 23, 2022 No class February 21 $20 drop in $210 for entire series (15 classes) Students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. For those interested in staying healthy, connecting with the community or learning a rich musical tradition, […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Tuesdays at 10:30am-11:45am In-person at La Peña Cultural Center Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga are welcome, and all body […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Saturdays, 10am-12pm (2022) In-person at La Peña Cultural Center 1. Peruvian Cajón, Cajita & Zapateó Cost per class: $15 Starts at 10am 2. Peruvian Dance Marinera Limeña/Norteña-Tondero-Valse-Zamacueca & Festejo Cost per class: $15 Starts at 11 am Instructors: Peta Robles & Gabriela Shiroma More information at: lunderomio@yahoo.com | 510-688-9147 PLEASE NOTE: This class follows current City […]
Sundays at 11:30am-1:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center Feb 13, 2022-July 31, 2022 Instructors: Shefali Shah, Román Ito Carrillo and Héctor Lugo $30 drop in $25 per class with series registration (4 weeks) During these classes, students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. Classes culminate in student performances. For those interested in […]
Mondays at 4pm-6pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center Spring Series: Feb 7, 2022-May 23, 2022 No class February 21 $20 drop in $210 for entire series (15 classes) Students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. For those interested in staying healthy, connecting with the community or learning a rich musical tradition, […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Our popular beginners-intermediate Salsa, Bachata & Merengue dance class series is back at La Peña for 4-weeks, starting Tues. April 19th! Join us for the first series of 2022 and explore the possibilities of your body and how to communicate with others through dance, rhythm and flavor! Partners are not necessary! SERIES DESCRIPTION Beginners - […]
Tuesdays at 10:30am-11:45am In-person at La Peña Cultural Center Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga are welcome, and all body […]
Our popular beginners-intermediate Salsa, Bachata & Merengue dance class series is back at La Peña for 4-weeks, starting Tues. April 19th! Join us for the first series of 2022 and explore the possibilities of your body and how to communicate with others through dance, rhythm and flavor! Partners are not necessary! SERIES DESCRIPTION Beginners - […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Youth ages 17 and younger can present their music, poetry, dance, theater, comedy, special talent in a safe and fun environment. Each night will feature a different Bay Area kid performer. Anyone can sign up for an open mic spot before and after the main performer. We hope to see you and bring your friends!
DUE TO ITS HUGE SUCCESS IN MARCH, OUR BAILA PARTY IS BACK IN APRIL! Three rooms of Salsa, Bachata, Bar, Community, and much more: come to La Peña to remember how fun life can be when you're dancing! The night will include: 7:00pm Doors open 7:30pm Gender-inclusive Bachata & Salsa Dance Classes led by In […]
Saturdays, 10am-12pm (2022) In-person at La Peña Cultural Center 1. Peruvian Cajón, Cajita & Zapateó Cost per class: $15 Starts at 10am 2. Peruvian Dance Marinera Limeña/Norteña-Tondero-Valse-Zamacueca & Festejo Cost per class: $15 Starts at 11 am Instructors: Peta Robles & Gabriela Shiroma More information at: lunderomio@yahoo.com | 510-688-9147 PLEASE NOTE: This class follows current City […]
Sundays at 11:30am-1:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center Feb 13, 2022-July 31, 2022 Instructors: Shefali Shah, Román Ito Carrillo and Héctor Lugo $30 drop in $25 per class with series registration (4 weeks) During these classes, students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. Classes culminate in student performances. For those interested in […]
Mondays at 4pm-6pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center Spring Series: Feb 7, 2022-May 23, 2022 No class February 21 $20 drop in $210 for entire series (15 classes) Students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. For those interested in staying healthy, connecting with the community or learning a rich musical tradition, […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Our popular beginners-intermediate Salsa, Bachata & Merengue dance class series is back at La Peña for 4-weeks, starting Tues. April 19th! Join us for the first series of 2022 and explore the possibilities of your body and how to communicate with others through dance, rhythm and flavor! Partners are not necessary! SERIES DESCRIPTION Beginners - […]
Tuesdays at 10:30am-11:45am In-person at La Peña Cultural Center Sliding scale donation: $5-$20 Instructor: Pamela Perry More information at pamela@gatewaytograce.net The intention of this yoga class is to help practitioners increase their strength, flexibility, and balance while also improving their self-awareness and stress management. All levels of experience with yoga are welcome, and all body […]
Wednesdays at 6:30pm-8pm In person at La Peña $120 for 8 weeks, pay in advance or on first day. No drop-ins. Minimum 6 participants, maximum 10. Son jarocho is a community music that reflects the cycle of life in its poetic lyrics. Classes at La Peña focus instruction on jarana jarocha, singing (including poetry), and […]
Mondays and Wednesdays, 7pm-9pm PST In-person class at La Peña Cultural Center Class cost: $20 drop in per class. Classes are taught by Treinel Sergio Bitencourt and coordinated by Mestre Moraes (GCAP). Capoeira No Balanço D'Angola aims to preserve and protect the Afro-Brazilian rhythms, movements, and principles of Capoeira Angola as a tool of social […]
Saturdays, 10am-12pm (2022) In-person at La Peña Cultural Center 1. Peruvian Cajón, Cajita & Zapateó Cost per class: $15 Starts at 10am 2. Peruvian Dance Marinera Limeña/Norteña-Tondero-Valse-Zamacueca & Festejo Cost per class: $15 Starts at 11 am Instructors: Peta Robles & Gabriela Shiroma More information at: lunderomio@yahoo.com | 510-688-9147 PLEASE NOTE: This class follows current City […]
Sundays at 11:30am-1:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center Feb 13, 2022-July 31, 2022 Instructors: Shefali Shah, Román Ito Carrillo and Héctor Lugo $30 drop in $25 per class with series registration (4 weeks) During these classes, students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. Classes culminate in student performances. For those interested in […]