Welcome to La Peña! Promoting social justice & intercultural understanding through the arts since 1975.
Beginners Salsa, Bachata & Merengue Dance Class Series (4 sessions) Mondays, April 7, 14, 21, 28 - 2025 6:15pm - 7:15pm Join us and explore the possibilities of your body and learn how to communicate with others through dance, rhythm and flavor! This class is taught as "leaders" and "followers" and prioritizes creating a safe […]
Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 8:30pm Instructor: María de La Rosa 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 percussion (including zapateado dance), although all son jarocho instruments are welcomed. Emphasis is placed on learning basic […]
Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm In person at La Peña Cultural Center **FREE Community Class on the last Wednesday of every month!** Come experience the spirit, music, and movement of Capoeira Angola with Grupo de Capoeira Balanço de Angola! We begin our class with one hour of […]
Every two Saturdays: April 12, 26 | May 10, 24 10:00am – 11:00 am Price: $20 per class This class focuses on the basic rhythms and techniques of Afro-Peruvian cajón percussion and music, including Lando, Festejo, Zamacueca, and more! No previous experience needed, come join us! Instructor Braulio Barrera All levels Ages: Adults and Youth […]