About
Oakland Taiko offers Intro Workshops, Beginner classes, Level 1 class, Level 2 classes, and Level 3 classes. The program includes monthly Sunday workshops, weekly classes, beginner classes on Wednesdays, and kids classes on the first Saturday of every month.
Programs
- Intro Workshops — 12+ · First Sunday of every month, 2:30pm-4pm
- Beginner classes — Adults; kids age 8+ · Wednesday nights; kids on the first Saturday of every month, 9-9:50 AM
- Level 1 class — Not stated · 4-month curriculum
- Level 2 classes — Members after completing the Beginner class series
- Level 3 classes — Members after completing the Beginner class series
- Classes and workshops — Kids 8 and up; beginner classes Wednesdays; monthly intro workshops Sundays · Weekly classes; monthly workshops
At a glance
- Ages: 8–18 years old
- General schedule: Monthly Sunday workshops; weekly classes; beginner classes Wednesdays; kids classes on Saturdays; Level 1 is a 4-month curriculum
About the provider
The group has been part of the East Bay taiko community since 1998. The organization says it has 25 years of taiko experience and that the dojo began in 1998 as a project to teach taiko to kids in the East Bay. Members have been performing at festivals and local events for 25 years, and performances are year-round in the Bay Area, including cultural celebrations, street festivals, weddings, and taiko concerts.
Registration directly with the organization is always required. No walk-ins permitted. Financial assistance available. Classes are two hours long, except kids classes, which are 50 minutes.
Last updated September 20, 2026.
Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.