SUMMER 2024 DATES

• Session 1: Jul 29—Aug 9, 2024

• Session 2: Aug 12—23, 2024

Ndeewo unu! Hevoyi Vabereki! Sannu ku!

Anyị wu Afro Culture Kids Winter Camp (ACK)!, a community-based outdoor Pan-African arts & culture camp catered to kids ages 5—16 of African descent. Our camp is full of music, dance, art & crafts, healthy cooking, games, storytelling, languages, outdoor play, and nature/garden exploration. Kids enrolled in this camp are excited about learning new skills, being creative, making and keeping friends, and having lots of fun.

We keep camp small so that our offerings can reach deep! We offer a community-mutual aid sliding scale fee structure, so that in the spirit of our African cultures, all our children can receive the gift of our offering. Kids in our camp relatively independent and are comfortable in facilitated/focused creative/artistic spaces, and have at least one Black/African descent parent/caregiver present in their family.

Through our community our children get exposure and practice in Pan African cultures including Shona, Igbo, Zulu, Kinyarwanda, Hausa, African-American, Yoruba, Afro-Peruvian, and Congolese to name a few.

LOCATION

Camp Drop-Off & Pick Up will be in Oakland (Address sent after full registration). Campers also travel to other local venues for daily field trips and activities.

FEES

$0—$2000/Session. We operate on a community mutual financial pooling system aka sliding scale. We have spots in different payment tiers, and we hope that with the support of those who have, we can make it possible to cover our costs of operations, and have a dynamic camp experience for all involved.

Fee is PER CHILD if you are registering more than one child, then select the quantity to match the # of children you plan to register.

Please choose a sliding scale rate that best suits your family’s ability to pay. We have limited space at camp, and need everyone’s contribution to make camp happen. Be considerate of keeping lower rates for folks who need it more than you do. If you need to make a contribution that is different from the established sliding scale rates use the ‘Your Rate’ option.

Camp fees cover the cost of attending camp/camp activities. Camp t-shirt, and field trips are not included.

Camp Daily Flow & Expectations

Camp will run from Monday to Friday 9AM-5PM during that week.

Fridays from 3—5PM is Community Day (Camper families are invited to participate in a celebration and gathering)

Camp will feature play, storytelling, games, music and dance instruction, cooking, nature/garden practice, & kid-led activities.

Be outside, deepen friendships and strengthen artistic practice.

Bring your own lunch/snack.

FOR MORE INFO VISIT

SUMMER 2024 DATES

• Session 1: Jul 29—Aug 9, 2024

• Session 2: Aug 12—23, 2024

Ndeewo unu! Hevoyi Vabereki! Sannu ku!

Anyị wu Afro Culture Kids Winter Camp (ACK)!, a community-based outdoor Pan-African arts & culture camp catered to kids ages 5—16 of African descent. Our camp is full of music, dance, art & crafts, healthy cooking, games, storytelling, languages, outdoor play, and nature/garden exploration. Kids enrolled in this camp are excited about learning new skills, being creative, making and keeping friends, and having lots of fun.

We keep camp small so that our offerings can reach deep! We offer a community-mutual aid sliding scale fee structure, so that in the spirit of our African cultures, all our children can receive the gift of our offering. Kids in our camp relatively independent and are comfortable in facilitated/focused creative/artistic spaces, and have at least one Black/African descent parent/caregiver present in their family.

Through our community our children get exposure and practice in Pan African cultures including Shona, Igbo, Zulu, Kinyarwanda, Hausa, African-American, Yoruba, Afro-Peruvian, and Congolese to name a few.

LOCATION

Camp Drop-Off & Pick Up will be in Oakland (Address sent after full registration). Campers also travel to other local venues for daily field trips and activities.

FEES

$0—$2000/Session. We operate on a community mutual financial pooling system aka sliding scale. We have spots in different payment tiers, and we hope that with the support of those who have, we can make it possible to cover our costs of operations, and have a dynamic camp experience for all involved.

Fee is PER CHILD if you are registering more than one child, then select the quantity to match the # of children you plan to register.

Please choose a sliding scale rate that best suits your family’s ability to pay. We have limited space at camp, and need everyone’s contribution to make camp happen. Be considerate of keeping lower rates for folks who need it more than you do. If you need to make a contribution that is different from the established sliding scale rates use the ‘Your Rate’ option.

Camp fees cover the cost of attending camp/camp activities. Camp t-shirt, and field trips are not included.

Camp Daily Flow & Expectations

Camp will run from Monday to Friday 9AM-5PM during that week.

Fridays from 3—5PM is Community Day (Camper families are invited to participate in a celebration and gathering)

Camp will feature play, storytelling, games, music and dance instruction, cooking, nature/garden practice, & kid-led activities.

Be outside, deepen friendships and strengthen artistic practice.

Bring your own lunch/snack.

FOR MORE INFO VISIT

Gbedu Town Radio x Feline Finesse

Pan Afro-Urban Performance Intensive for Youth

The Youth Performance Intensive with GbeduTown Radio will offer young individuals a transformative journey into the world of performing arts. Led by experienced instructors, participants will engage in theater, singing, dancing, and many other workshops. All work will lead to an end-of-session showcase that will be open to the public.

Mondays - Thursdays | 3-6 PM
June 24 - July 11, 2024
Feline Finesse Dance Company House of Finesse
4430 3rd St., San Francisco

ABOUT

Afro Urban Society is an exuberant network of brilliant artists and culture workers dedicated to celebrating the unique expressions of Urban Africans through programs, performances, and productions.

Gbedu Town Radio Over-articulated and barely translated, Gbedu Town Radio tells dynamic stories for the culture. Led by Artistic Director, Nkeiruka Oruche, and featuring a dynamic group of performers, GTR explores social and political themes through Pan  Afro-Urban music and dance including Afrobeats, Dancehall, Coupé-Décalé  & varieties of Hip hop. 

Feline Finesse Dance Company, est 2014, is a youth sisterhood stemming from the origins of the Bayview-Hunters Point community, in San Francisco. Our mission is to create a haven for all young ladies to freely, creatively, and artistically express themselves through dance while empowering them to reach their full potential, goals, and dreams. We self-identify thru genres of Hip-hop and West African; but most importantly, we philosophize a sisterhood of love and self-respect. We not only teach choreography, but we educate our young ladies in dance fundamentals, technique and overall etiquette.

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Join Philip Agyapong for Spring 2024 at UC Berkeley

Dance Class Information:

• Theater 166 | Class # 22081 | 3 Units

• Mon, Wed, Fri | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

• January 16, 2024 - May 3, 2024

• Location: UC Berkeley, 2401 Bancroft 10

NOTE: You do not have to be a student at UC Berkeley to register

For more information and questions: Email | IG

ABOUT 

This course deals with the theory and practice of selected popular dances from Africa. Free Style dance phrases such as Azonto, Shorkie, Shaku Skaku, Gwara Gwara, Pilolo, Ekupe, Gborhe, Awna, Akaida, etc. from Ghana, Nigerian, South African, Togolese, etc. will serve as the foundation of our movement exploration, composition, and choreography. The class encompasses theories of both contemporary cultural and performance studies that emphasize the simultaneous confluence of global and African influences. Students will further study the transformation of selected traditional dance forms into contemporary constructs. We will trace the relationship of particular popular dance movements to existing traditional African dances such as Kpanlogo and Oge; and Azonto and Kpanlogo, all of the Ga people of Accra. The foundational elements, vocabulary, musical connection, culture, and history of the styles and their current popularity through social media will be explored.

Philip Agyapong is a dance teacher and researcher from Ghana who currently lives in California. At the University of Ghana, he earned his dance education by studying African dance forms from the rich cultural heritage and traditions of the Ga-Adangbe, Ewe, Fon, Akan, and Dagomba in West Africa. Philip earned his first dance faculty position in 2014 at the University of Ghana, where taught for a few years before relocating to California. He currently teaches African traditional dance forms (both theory and practice), African popular dance, and contemporary African dance in tertiary institutions across the Bay Area. Philip’s knowledge in dance, choreography, and performance can further be attributed to his practice with dance companies such as Diamano Coura West African Dance Company, Yameci Dance Company, African Music and Dance Ensemble, and Afro-Urban Society. He is also the founder of African Live Art, an online educational platform that connects instructors of African knowledge in art forms, history, architecture, technology, culture, and tradition to educational intuitions across the world.

2024 info
Session 1: April 16 - 18, 2024 (Ikeja, Lagos)

(More address details will be sent upon Registration confirmation)

featuring

• International Artists

• Visual & Culinary Arts 

• Music & Dance

• Languages & Culture [Yoruba, Igbo, Shona & more]
  
  N30,000 for 3 days
  Lunch & Snacks provided for registered participants

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Join Laurie’s Weekly Haitian Dance Class with Live Drumming at Destiny Arts Center

Dance Class Information:

• Sundays | 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM

• Location: Destiny Arts Center

• Payment: $15 In person at the door (Cash, Venmo, Paypal)

• More Information | IG

ABOUT 

Welcome to the captivating world of Haitian Dance! Immerse yourself in the rhythmic beats of live drumming as it sets your spirit free and ignites your soul. In this vibrant and dynamic class, you will experience a symphony of sensations, moving to the pulse of the earth itself.
As you sway to the enchanting melodies, you'll unlock the ancient wisdom of Haitian culture, discovering a profound connection between body and spirit. Embrace the rich history and traditions that have been passed down through generations, feeling the power of each movement as it resonates with the essence of your being.
Our experienced instructors will guide you through the artistry of Haitian Dance, teaching you the art of storytelling through fluid gestures and captivating expressions. These good-feeling movements will infuse your body with joy and vitality, leaving you energized and empowered.
Step into a sacred space where the rhythms guide your every step, and you embark on a spiritual journey of self-discovery. Allow the drums to speak to your soul, awakening a sense of oneness with the universe, and unleashing a new level of self-expression and freedom.
Whether you are a seasoned dancer or a complete beginner, this class welcomes all who seek to explore the essence of Haitian culture and find joy in movement. Join us for an unforgettable experience that will leave you enchanted, transformed, and deeply connected to the rhythm of life. So come, let's dance, let's celebrate, and let's embrace the magic of Haitian Dance!

Laurie Fleurentin was born in Haiti and began dancing at the age of five at the Academy of Ballet and Arts under the direction of Miss Heileing Herzog. She studied traditional Haitian dance with Armande J. Piard and Vivianne Gauthier, and received a Diploma in Dance at L’ ENARTS (Ecole Nationale des Arts) School of Arts in Haiti and is a trained vocalist in Haitian Folkloric Traditional chants. Laurie became a professional dancer for Vivianne Gauthier Dance Company where she met Florencia Pierre and started dancing for Afoutayi Jaka. She has also performed at the San Francisco Ethnic Dance Festival with Eloi Movement and the Haitian Festival in San Francisco with Afoutayi. Currently, Laurie Fleurentin is studying at Laney College and teaches master dance classes at Mahea Uchiyama Center International in Berkeley and Destiny Arts Center. She is a versatile Haitian dancer of our times and has dedicated herself to the research, development, and promotion of traditional Haitian dance, song, and storytelling.

Jeff Pierre born and raised in Port-au-Prince Haiti, grew up surrounded by traditional Haitian drumming, dance and song in his mother's company. This is where he first fell in love with music and learned to drum. Jeff has been traveling the world sharing the beauty, complexity and Funkyness of Haitian Drumming.
Listening to music on the radio, Jeff became curious and fascinated in how music is produced. This was what pushed him to explore the world of electronic music. Jeff's music is a blend of magical melodies, Fun, Nature, Haiti and Grooviness. When he plays and produces music he gets lost in the flow and the creativity.
Jeff's goal is to put out loving energy and inspire others so we can create a happier, simpler and more loving world

AFRO URBAN SOCIETY PRESENTS:

Ndeewo unu! Hevoyi Vabereki! Sannu ku!

Anyị wu Afro Culture Kids Winter Camp (ACK)!, a community-based outdoor Pan-African arts & culture camp catered to kids ages 5-16of African descent. Our camp is full of music, dance, art & crafts, healthy cooking, games, storytelling, languages, outdoor play, and nature/garden exploration. Kids enrolled in this camp are excited about learning new skills, being creative, making and keeping friends, and having lots of fun.

We keep camp small so that our offerings can reach deep! We offer a community-mutual aid sliding scale fee structure, so that in the spirit of our African cultures, all our children can receive the gift of our offering. Kids in our camp relatively independent and are comfortable in facilitated/focused creative/artistic spaces, and have at least one Black/African descent parent/caregiver present in their family.

Through our community our children get exposure and practice in Pan African cultures including Shona, Igbo, Zulu, Kinyarwanda, Hausa, African-American, Yoruba, Afro-Peruvian, and Congolese to name a few.

WINTER 2023 DATES

• Session 1: Dec 18 - 22 (Virtual)

• Session 2: Jan 1 - 5, 2024 (In Person)

LOCATION

Camp Drop-Off & Pick Up will be at Dimond Park in Oakland. Campers also travel to other local venues for daily field trips and activities.

3860 Hanly Road

Oakland, California

FEES

$0- $600/ Session. We operate on a community mutual financial pooling system aka sliding scale. We have spots in different payment tiers, and we hope that with the support of those who have, we can make it possible to cover our costs of operations, and have a dynamic camp experience for all involved.

Please choose a sliding scale rate that best suits your family’s ability to pay. We have limited space at camp, and need everyone’s contribution to make camp happen. Be considerate of keeping lower rates for folks who need it more than you do. If you need to make a contribution that is different from the established sliding scale rates use the ‘Your Rate’ option.

Camp fees cover the cost of attending camp/camp activities. Camp t-shirt, and field trips are not included.

Camp Daily Flow & Expectations

Camp will run from Monday to Friday 9AM-3PM during that week.

Fridays from 3-5PM is Community Day (Camper families are invited to participate in a celebration and gathering)

Camp will feature play, storytelling, games, music and dance instruction, cooking, nature/garden practice, & kid-led activities.

Be outside, deepen friendships and strengthen artistic practice.

Bring your own lunch/snack.

More details will be sent upon Registration confirmation

A community Winter camp to be in connection with Pan-African culture, creative expression and community. Facilitated by amazing Bay Area creatives and cultural workers.

COVID Protocols: Participants, teachers, and adults will be asked to keep mask on at all times when not eating outside.

FOR MORE INFO VISIT https://www.afrourbansociety.com/afroculturekids

Ndeewo unu! Hevoyi Vabereki! Sannu ku!

Anyị wu Afro Culture Kids Winter Camp (ACK)!, a community-based outdoor Pan-African arts & culture camp catered to kids ages 5-16 of African descent. Our camp is full of music, dance, art & crafts, healthy cooking, games, storytelling, languages, outdoor play, and nature/garden exploration. Kids enrolled in this camp are excited about learning new skills, being creative, making and keeping friends, and having lots of fun.

We keep camp small so that our offerings can reach deep! We offer a community-mutual aid sliding scale fee structure, so that in the spirit of our African cultures, all our children can receive the gift of our offering. Kids in our camp relatively independent and are comfortable in facilitated/focused creative/artistic spaces, and have at least one Black/African descent parent/caregiver present in their family.

Through our community our children get exposure and practice in Pan African cultures including Shona, Igbo, Zulu, Kinyarwanda, Hausa, African-American, Yoruba, Afro-Peruvian, and Congolese to name a few.

WINTER 2023 DATES

• Session 1: Dec 18 - 22 (Virtual) 9AM -1PM PST

• Session 2: Jan 1 - 5, 2024 9AM -3PM (In Person, Oakland, California)

LOCATION

Virtual online

FEES

$0- $600/ Session. We operate on a community mutual financial pooling system aka sliding scale. We have spots in different payment tiers, and we hope that with the support of those who have, we can make it possible to cover our costs of operations, and have a dynamic camp experience for all involved.

Please choose a sliding scale rate that best suits your family’s ability to pay. We have limited space at camp, and need everyone’s contribution to make camp happen. Be considerate of keeping lower rates for folks who need it more than you do. If you need to make a contribution that is different from the established sliding scale rates use the ‘Your Rate’ option.

Camp fees cover the cost of attending camp/camp activities. Camp t-shirt, and field trips are not included.

Camp Daily Flow & Expectations

Camp will run from Monday to Friday 9AM-1PM during that week.

Fridays are Community Day (Camper families are invited to participate in a celebration and gathering)

Camp will feature play, storytelling, games, music and dance instruction, cooking, nature/garden practice, & kid-led activities.

Deepen friendships and strengthen artistic practice.

Pack your own lunch/snack.

More details will be sent upon Registration confirmation

A community Winter camp to be in connection with Pan-African culture, creative expression and community. Facilitated by amazing Bay Area creatives and cultural workers..

FOR MORE INFO VISIT https://www.afrourbansociety.com/afroculturekids

AFRO URBAN SOCIETY PRESENTS:

Ndeewo unu! Hevoyi Vabereki! Sannu ku!

Anyị wu Afro Culture Kids Summer Camp (ACK)!, a community-based outdoor Pan-African arts & culture camp catered to kids ages 5-16of African descent. Our camp is full of music, dance, art & crafts, healthy cooking, games, storytelling, languages, outdoor play, and nature/garden exploration. Kids enrolled in this camp are excited about learning new skills, being creative, making and keeping friends, and having lots of fun.

We keep camp small so that our offerings can reach deep! We offer a community-mutual aid sliding scale fee structure, so that in the spirit of our African cultures, all our children can receive the gift of our offering. Kids in our camp relatively independent and are comfortable in facilitated/focused creative/artistic spaces, and have at least one Black/African descent parent/caregiver present in their family.

Through our community our children get exposure and practice in Pan African cultures including Shona, Igbo, Zulu, Kinyarwanda, Hausa, African-American, Yoruba, Afro-Peruvian, and Congolese to name a few.

SUMMER 2023 DATES

• Session 1: July 31 - Aug 11 (2 Weeks)

• Session 2: Aug 14 - Aug 25 (2 Weeks)

LOCATION

Camp Drop-Off & Pick Up is at a community space in Fruitvale, Oakland, California. Campers also travel to the parks, playground, and other local venues for daily field trips and activities.

Fruitvale District, Oakland, California

FEES

$0- $2000/ Session. We operate on a community mutual financial pooling system aka sliding scale. We have spots in different payment tiers, and we hope that with the support of those who have, we can make it possible to cover our costs of operations, and have a dynamic camp experience for all involved.

Please choose a sliding scale rate that best suits your family’s ability to pay. We have limited space at camp, and need everyone’s contribution to make camp happen. Be considerate of keeping lower rates for folks who need it more than you do. If you need to make a contribution that is different from the established sliding scale rates use the ‘Your Rate’ option.

Camp fees cover the cost of attending camp/camp activities, camp t-shirt, and field trips.

Camp Daily Flow & Expectations

Camp Runs from Monday to Friday 9AM-5PM during weeks that it runs.

Fridays from 4-5pm is Community Day (Camper families are invited to participate in a celebration and gathering)

Camp will feature play, storytelling, games, music and dance instruction, cooking, nature/garden practice, & kid-led activities.

Be outside, deepen friendships and strengthen artistic practice.

Bring your own lunch/snack.

More details will be sent upon Registration confirmation

A community summer camp to be in connection with Pan-African culture, creative expression and community. Facilitated by amazing Bay Area creatives and cultural workers.

COVID Protocols: Participants, teachers, and adults will be asked to keep mask on at all times when not eating outside.

FOR MORE INFO VISIT https://www.afrourbansociety.com/afroculturekids

Afro Urban Society x Dance Mission Theater presents:

Afro Dance Workshops w. Gbedu Town Radio 

Join Gbedu Town Radio  for our monthly Afro Dance workshop outdoors. Each month, The Gbedu Town Steppaz will lead the workshop focusing on different dance styles. Get the vibe! 

Dance workshop open to all levels. Schedule details below:

Tues. September 27, 2022
6pm-7:30pm
Latham Square, Downtown Oakland

Masks Required

ABOUT

Afro Urban Society is an exuberant network of brilliant artists and culture workers dedicated to celebrating the unique expressions of Urban Africans through programs, performances and productions.

Dance Mission Theater is a nonprofit performance venue and dance school located in the Mission District of San Francisco, California. The theater is operated by Dance Brigade, a female dance troupe with a focus on social change.

Gbedu Town Radio Over-articulated and barely  translated, Gbedu Town Radio tells dynamic stories for the culture. Led  by Artistic Director, Nkeiruka Oruche, and featuring a dynamic group of  performers, GTR explores social and political themes through Pan  Afro-Urban music and dance including Afrobeats, Dancehall, Coupé-Décalé  & varieties of Hip hop. 

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