Experience Africa: THE CONTINUUM

Harlem → Africa → Home

The journey didn’t end. It changed form.

A continuation of our Experience Africa program series

HAVE YOU…

Traveled to Africa and felt changed, but wondered how to carry that experience forward? Felt drawn toward Africa but didn’t know where to begin?

Wanted a deeper cultural connection rooted in dignity, not stereotypes?

Searched for a welcoming community that understands why Africa matters?

This space was created for you.

WHAT IS THE CONTINUUM?

The Continuum is an 8-week cultural program rooted in Harlem, offering African cultural classes that bring people together through movement, language, creativity, and shared experiences.

It brings together:

• African Americans who have traveled to Africa
• African Americans preparing for future journeys
• Artists, elders, parents, educators, and culture-keepers

No passport required. No DNA test required. Just openness.

WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

✨ African-inspired movement (Afrobeats, Amapiano, West African styles)

✨ Traditional African dance (including Yoruba based Sango cultural movements)

✨ Hands-on arts & crafts inspired by African creativity

✨ Learn Yoruba language and everyday cultural expressions

✨ African music, rhythm, and cultural appreciation

✨ Shared travel conversations and reflections on Africa

✨ Pathways and inspiration for future travel to Africa

Each session offers space to learn, move, create, connect, and grow through culture.

UPCOMING CLASSES- (Subject to change)

Friday, April 17 | 6:00–7:30 PM

African Beadwork: Stress-Free Expression

Create simple bead pieces while exploring the beauty and meaning of adornment across African traditions in a relaxed, creative setting.

Sunday, April 19 | 3:00–5:30 PM

Thunder Rhythms: Sango Dance & Learn Yoruba Language classes

Part 1: Thunder & Rhythms: Sango Dance

Step into the energy of Sango through authentic Yoruba dance, blending powerful movement with storytelling and cultural insight. Wear red, burgundy, or purple.

Part 2: Learn Yoruba Language

Learn practical Yoruba greetings, expressions, and cultural meanings in an engaging beginner-friendly setting.

…and more cultural classes throughout the program.

WHO THIS IS FOR

✔ Africa returnees✔ Future travelers✔ Culture-curious African Americans✔ Those seeking connection, creativity, and community

All ages welcome.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Location: P.S. I.S. 210 Twenty First Century Academy of Community Leadership (Harlem, NYC) 501 W 152nd Street, NY. NY 10031 (C- Level) Bring ID

Duration: 8 Weeks (March 27 – May 22, 2026)

Fridays: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM, Sundays: 3:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Cohort Size: Limited (25–30 participants)

Format: In-person community sessions

Presented by: New York African Chorus Ensemble, Inc.

WHY THIS MATTERS

Africa does not end at customs.

What you carry back, your stories, questions, and experiences, deserve space, language, and community.

The Continuum offers that space in Harlem.

JOIN THE CIRCLE

Space is limited. RSVP encouraged. The community is waiting.

This season-long program runs from March 27 through May 15th. Weekly session themes and reminders are shared by text after RSVP through Eventbrite.

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