Workshops & Classes

"Introduction to Taiko" Workshops 2010

Every year in September, Arashi Daiko offers introductory taiko workshops open to the general public. No musical background or experience playing percussion is necessary. You just need to be interested in trying this dynamic art form! These workshops are generally open to people who are 14 years and older. Even though taiko is quite physical and requires stamina, no need to worry about that; the workshops are demanding but we always respect everyone's abilities and limitations.

When are the workshops?

Saturday Sept. 11th, from 12pm to 3pm ALREADY FULL!

Saturday Sept. 18th, from 1pm to 4pm ALREADY FULL!

Sunday Sept. 19th, from 1pm to 4pm Cancelled because of scheduling conflict with another event.

Saturday Sept. 25th, from 1pm to 4pm ALREADY FULL!

Our waiting list is now full for this year so we will not be accepting any new request to the added to the waiting list. See you next year!

Where will they take place?

Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Montreal
8155 Rousselot
Montreal, QC. H2E 1Z7

How much does it cost?

40$ per person per workshop

How to register for a workshop?

Send an email to arashidaiko@yahoogroups.ca and include your full name, your phone number, and the date you would like to attend the workshop.
Wait to receive an email confirmation that a space is available for you on the chosen date.
Once you have the confirmation a space is available for you, then you can print and fill out the attached form (Click here to download the PDF document).
The cheque should be made out to Arashi Daiko and sent to the following address, along with the registration form:

Arashi Daiko Workshop Registration
7748 Cartier #3
Montréal, Québec
H2E 2J9

You will receive a confirmation by email as soon as we receive your cheque. Please note that your place will only be reserved once we receive your cheque.

What to bring to a workshop?

- Comfortable clothes to move and sweat in!

- A bottle of water.

- All your energy and a big smile :)

Weekly Classes

We do offer weekly classes but you must have taken the "Introduction to Taiko" workshop and we do not accept new students after the regular classes have started. There might be a selection process since the number of available places is limited.

What to bring to a workshop

Comfortable sports clothes.
A bottle of water.
A little towel or face cloth (oh yes, you will be sweating a lot!).
Some band-aids in case of blisters...

What to do after a workshop...

Take a hot bath to relax your muscles.
Stretch often in the days following the workshop.
Discover muscles you didn't know you had!