Onward! Umfundalai Contemporary African Dance Class Honoring Dance Icon Dr. Kariamu Welsh

Please note for in-person classes, no person aged 12 and up will be allowed to enter the building without submitting proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID-19 PCR test. See below for our full COVID-19 Policy.

About This Class

Join CityDance faculty member and master Umfundalai teacher Monique Walker in this special workshop celebrating the dance legacy of the recently departed Dr. Mama Kariamu Welsh. This contemporary African dance technique comprises its movement vocabulary from dance traditions throughout the Diaspora. Class will have live accompaniment.

Registration Options

In-Person Session: $5

Online Session: $5

In-Person Information

This class is taught in a hybrid format, meaning all classes will be simultaneously live-streamed through zoom. By signing up for this class, students  acknowledge the possibility of being on camera during these broadcasts and authorize CityDance to use their likeness for said broadcast.

Location

This is an in-person class at CityDance @ Friendship Heights, 5207 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington DC 20015.

COVID-19 Policy

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, CityDance has implemented the following policies for the health and well-being of all our adult students:

• Proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 PCR test is required to attend all in-person classes and workshops.
• Pre-registration is required for all in-person classes and workshops.
• Masks are required at all times while in the building, including during class.

View our full COVID-19 Health & Safety Plan HERE. We are continually reassessing the external environment and will update our COVID-19 policies as the situation evolves.

Online Information

This class is taught in a hybrid format, meaning all classes are live-streamed simultaneously during a live in-person class. By signing up for this class, students acknowledge that they are sharing the class experience with in-person students and will not be receiving a virtual-only class experience.

Registration is for 1 enrollment per person.

How will this work?

1. Register for the class using the link above.
2. Upon receiving your confirmation receipt, you will receive a second email with the Zoom Meeting Link.
3. Happy Dancing!

To prepare for the class:

1. Download the Zoom app on your computer, phone or device.
2. Clear space for you to move freely and safely.
3. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear for your space.

Cancellation Policy

In order to receive a full value gift certificate you must call 48 hours prior to the event. No show/no call = no credit. If there is a threat of inclement weather or if the event has low attendance, it may be subject to cancellation. In this case, you will be given a credit to attend a future class of equal value.