Torrance Cultural Arts Center Classes and Programs

Torrance Cultural Arts Center Classes and Programs includes Life Long Learning Classes in visual and performing arts, exercise, and martial arts. It also offers Aikido Club instruction in Shin Shin Toirsu Aikido, Kendo Club classes in the "Way of the Sword," and Naginata Club instruction in the traditional martial art of Naginata.

Programs

• Life Long Learning Classes — all ages and all levels of ability · Offered through the Cultural Services Division; classes include visual and performing arts, exercise, and martial arts. Most classes are offered at the Cultural Arts Center.
• Aikido Club — youths and adults · Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm for youths; 7:00 pm-9:00 pm for adults · A non-profit charter club offering instruction in Shin Shin Toirsu Aikido (Aikido with Mind and Body Unified, or Ki Aikido). Meets at the Cultural Arts Center.
• Kendo Club — ages 7 years and older · Tuesdays, 7:30 pm-9:30 pm for beginning class; Tuesdays and Fridays, 7:30 pm-9:00 pm for intermediate and advanced classes · Teaches the "Way of the Sword." Classes are held at the Cultural Arts Center.
• Naginata Club — students ages 10 and above and adults · Beginners, 7:30 pm-8:45 pm; intermediate and advanced students, 7:30 pm-9:30 pm · Offers instruction in the traditional martial art of Naginata (pole-arm).
• Judo Club — South Bay Judo offers four sessions each year at the Dee Hardison Sports Center at Wilson Park.

At a glance

• Ages: 7–18 years old
• General schedule: The City of Torrance offers hundreds of classes annually.

About the provider

The City of Torrance offers hundreds of classes annually through this program.

Last updated October 10, 2026.