2Q Classes Bomba and Plena: Learn Puerto Rico's Drum and Dance Traditions

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We can't wait to see you and share our love and passion for Puerto Rico! A new season to celebrate and uplift each other sharing in the arts and culture!

Learn Afro-Puerto Rican drum and dance, beats and moves with Segunda Quimbamba! We've been teaching the rich cultural folkloric music known as la Bomba and la Plena for over 25 years in Jersey City. Fun, energetic and engaging! This program culminates with Parrandas with Segunda Quimbamba on Dec18.

Classes at the Nimbus Arts Center in Downtown Jersey City are offered in-person. Open enrollment for students to register is through October 23.

Please read health protocols information listed below for in studio facility safety measures. The building is ADA compliant and accessible. Accommodation accessibility contact Nanette Hernandez at [email protected] or call/text 201-463-4814.

Dance classes begin with a warm up then the learning of Bomba rhythms, steps and choreography: Sica, Yuba, Cuembe, Holandes and Seis Corrido. We also teach the dance steps to Plena. In addition, you will learn about singing and chorus, call-and-response methods in the Spanish language and the beloved traditions of Parrandas,(mobile holiday party similar to caroling serenading house to house).

Students are introduced to Bomba and Plena drums - all major and minor percussion elements.

We offer beginners and advanced learning to students. Families and returning students discounts available. Adults and Children. Family friendly.

Opportunity to attend biweekly midweek Zoom meetings for additional practice, discussions of cultural history, the instruments, the rhythms, the diaspora or whatever is on YOUR mind, community building together in a continuing shared learning space.

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Join Us! Sunday afternoons: October 2 - December 18 at 2 - 4 PM

DANCE CLASS: ages 9 - Adults

Dance I Intro Beginner is at 2:00- 3:00 PM

Dance II Advance Level One is at 2:50 - 3:50 PM

Note that the classes I & II overlap for 10 minutes for students to learn Plena dance together.

Advance Level One Minimum experience/classes at least 1-2 sessions with Segunda Quimbamba for pre req admission into this dance class. SQFC Team will help students asses proper class placement assuring the best learning experience.

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DRUM CLASS: ages 12 - Adults

Drum at 4:00 - 5:00 PM

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Program Fees:

Drum or Dance: 10-11 Class Package plus Parrandas Celebration

New students: $185

Returning Students Disc: $165

COMBO Drum plus Dance Classes Special Offer: $290 get all 20+ classes!

Holiday Parrandas with Segunda Quimbamba: December 18!

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Segunda Quimbamba is excited to share that our friends at Nimbus Dance Works Company have partnered with Segunda Quimbamba Folkloric Center through a Resident Partnership at the Nimbus Arts Center at the Lively. We're working with Nimbus to help extend community outreach and impact.

This program is made possible in part by funds from the the New Jersey State Council on the Arts Department, A Partner Agency of the National Endowment of the Arts, administered by the Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs , Thomas A. DeGise, County Executive, and the Board of County Commissioners with additional support of the Nimbus Arts Center Resident Partnership and individual donors.

PLEASE READ FAQs and the detailed COVID 19 Protocols listed below.

What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Nimbus Arts Center •329 Warren St. • Jersey City, NJ 07302 www.nimbusdanceworks.org • Phone/fax (201) 377-0718

Trains: Take PATH to Grove Street STOP, then a short walk east towards the water on Columbus turning left onto Warren Street, venue at 329 Warren Street. Or Exchange Place STOP walk west on Columbus away from the water to Warren street turn right for venue.

Car: Limited street or paid parking available in the area of Downtown Jersey City.

What can I bring into the studio?

For dance, dress comfortably with soft shoes/sneakers; a limited number of dance skirts and drums are available in class. If you own a dance skirt or drum please bring it with you.  Bring your own water, personal hand sanitizer and mask.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Segunda Quimbamba contact is Nanette Hernandez, [email protected] or call or text 201-463-4814 

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

If you easily can, yes. 

Can I update my registration information?

Yes 

Is my registration fee or ticket transferable?

Yes with limitations due to health precautions

Is it OK if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

Yes with advance notice and approval

To keep our staff, artists, students, and patrons healthy, mask protocol will be given on day of event notice will be at the door upon entering event that will reflect the covid alerts of the city neighborhood and facility at which time everyone must wear a mask over their nose and mouth while in the facility.

Please be aware of your own exposure: If you can answer yes to any of the following questions, we ask that you consider staying home**:

- I am experiencing any of the following symptoms: (Cough, Sore throat, Shortness of Breath, Loss of Smell or Taste.)

Nimbus Staff are regularly tested for COVID-19 and are required to wear masks at all times within the facility.

Nimbus has implemented the following cleaning schedule:

- Frequent cleaning will be done on high touch areas

- Daily cleaning of all bathrooms and full facility

- Deep cleaning every other day of entire facility

Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Nimbus Arts Center, 329 Warren Street, Jersey City, United States

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