November 2022 Update: We are excited to bring back in-person and hybrid classes! Please refer to the class list below for current class offerings. Subscribe to our mailing list for the latest updates!
What kinds of classes are offered at OACC?
OACC offers weekly cultural classes focusing on Asian arts such as Chinese calligraphy, painting, qi gong, taichi, ikebana, and more. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, our available classes are limited. Please refer to the “Active Classes” section below for a list of currently active classes and scroll down further to view more details about our classes.
How do I sign up and begin attending an OACC class?
Most of the classes offered at OACC are in-person and require participants to observe our Onsite Visitor Policy procedures to help us maintain a safe environment for everyone. If you are interested in signing up and joining a class, please do the following:
- Fill out the Student Registration & Release Form. One form per student – you only need to submit this form once.
- Review OACC’s Onsite Visitor Policy linked at the top of this page.
- Arrive at OACC facility a few minutes prior to your class start time to account for our visitor screening procedures. Please refer to our Visit page for instructions on how to locate our facility.
Questions about our classes? Email programs@oacc.cc.
ACTIVE CLASSES
- Ikebana [in-person ONLY]: Twice a month 2-4pm. See class details below.
- Chen Style Taichi [in-person ONLY]: Weekly on Fridays, 5-7pm. RSVP HERE to receive attendance details. NOTE: Class is CANCELED until further notice.
- Lunchtime Beginner & Advanced Taichi [in-person + virtual]: Weekly on Thursdays, 1pm & 2pm. RSVP HERE to receive attendance details.
- Qi Gong [in-person + virtual]: Weekly on Weds, 5:30-6:30pm. See class details below.
- RSVP to attend the virtual class: REGISTER HERE (virtual only).
- Chinese Calligraphy & Painting [in-person ONLY]: Weekly on Wednesdays, 5:30-7pm. See class details below.
DANCE CLASSES
Julia Zhang Chinese Folk Dance will start on 9/8.
Happening Thursdays from 3-4:30pm.
Register directly with instructor.
Email: thepacificarts@yahoo.com
Shabnam Dance Co. on Wednesday nights.
To register contact Shabnam via email at:
info@oaklandbellydance.com or call (510) 684-7167
HEALTH CLASSES
Adult (18+)
Thursdays: Beginners 12:00–1:00 PM
Advanced 1:00–2:00 PM 10/27/2022 Cancelled until further notice.
FREE
Available virtually via YouTube Live. RSVP to receive participation details.
Adult (18+)
Fridays, 5:00–7:00 PM
FREE, suggested $2 donation
NOTE: Class is CANCELED until further notice.
All Ages (8+)
Wednesdays (5:30–6:30 PM)
$20/drop in, $15 for Seniors
(see flyer for details)
Ages 6+
2nd Saturdays, 12:00-1:00PM
$20 per class (first class free)
The class is free for all seniors and new students experiencing financial hardship. The class is a community service class to help community during these difficult times as Asian Americans. Please contact the co-instructors for details (contact info available in the flyer).
Sundays
Ages 6-10 @4pm
11+ @5pm
To register email: tlckma007@gmail.com
Master Sim: 415.425.0875
$20/session, discounts available
ART CLASSES
All Ages
Wednesdays, 5:30–7:00 PM
$16~$20/class (see flyer for details)
All Ages
Fridays or Saturdays, 2:00–4:00 PM
$40/class (see flyer for details)
Contact Tomoko Tsuji at: tomoko351@gmail.com or 510-654-6908
MUSIC CLASSES
Chinese Music Lessons with Cheung, Wa Mandy on Wednesdays.
For questions, regarding Chinese Music Lessons, or availability for performance, please email at:
chinesemusiclessons@gmail.com or call 510.388.3678
HEALTH CLASSES
Adult (18+)
Thursdays: Beginners 12:00–1:00 PM
Advanced 1:00–2:00 PM Cancelled 10/27/2022 until further notice.
FREE
Available virtually via YouTube Live. RSVP to receive participation details.
All Ages (8+)
Wednesdays (5:30–6:30 PM)
$20/drop in, $15 for Seniors
(see flyer for details)
Ages 6+
2nd Saturdays, 12:00-1:00PM
$20 per class (first class free)
The class is free for all seniors and new students experiencing financial hardship. The class is a community service class to help community during these difficult times as Asian Americans. Please contact the co-instructors for details (contact info available in the flyer).
Sundays
Ages 6-10 @4pm
11+ @5pm
To register email: tlckma007@gmail.com
Master Sim: 415.425.0875
$20/session, discounts available
YOUTH CENTER
GER Youth Center on Saturdays supporting Mongolian Youth.
To get info please call: (510) 759-9229 or (415) 632-2502. Also, via email: geryouthcenter2009@gmail.com
To register for classes and workshops, please call OACC’s front desk 510-637-0455 or email info@oacc.cc with a subject line “Class Registration”.
Due to heightened concerns about COVID-19, OACC classes and programs are subject to change. To verify the latest class schedule please call us at 510-637-0455 or email us at info@oacc.cc.