# Event Details - **Event Name**: Segunda Quimbamba Children's Classes Afro Puerto Rican Traditions in Bomba - **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Bomba Dance & Percussion Classes every Sunday afternoon starting April 12 - May 31 the student recital!About this EventHola Familia!January 2026 marks a milestone for the organization with the 20th Anniversary of the Segunda Quimbamba School established in the spring of 2006 in a partnership with the Jersey City Museum. We are excited for a new season to celebrate and uplift each other! Together learning about la música, cultura y comunidad. We can't wait to welcome you and share our love and passion for Puerto Rico!Afro-Puerto Rican percussion and dance, beats and moves with Segunda Quimbamba! We've been teaching the rich cultural folkloric music known as la Bomba and la Plena for over 35 years in Jersey City, and throughout New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania.Segunda Quimbamba's foundational learning and teaching of Bomba is rooted in the traditions of la Familia Cepeda de Santurce. In discussion and demonstration, the students will gain an understanding of the various regional differences of the dances and percussion rhythms from Loiza and Mayaguez, but know there are many more variations from other regions. The rhythms that we practiced are: sica, cuembe, calinda, yuba, holande, sies corrido, rule, balance and oyo mula.This program is made possible by a grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, division of the Department of State, and administered by the Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourism Development, Craig Guy, Hudson County Executive & the Hudson County Board of County Commissioners. A grant from Supported Public Funds from the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund. A Resident Partnership at the Nimbus Arts Center which helps extend community outreach and impact.Program Access contact Nanette Hernández will coordinate your requests for assistance and accommodations and answer your program questions. Please email Nanette at sqfcjc@gmail.com or call/text 201-463-4814.Nimbus Dance studio and theater building is an ADA compliant and accessible venue. Please visit their website https://www.nimbusdance.org/ for complete venue accessibility information and for a current status on COVID Safety policy and protocols.___________________________________________________________________________________CHILDREN'S SPRING 2026 DANCE & PERCUSSION PROGRAM SESSIONApril 12 - May 31 Sunday Afternoons from 1 - 2 PMStudent Recitals with Segunda Quimbamba are on Saturday May 30 and Sunday May 31.There is a student attendance requirement to participate in the recital.All classes are held at the Nimbus Arts Center in Downtown Jersey City.On-site registration will be available at Nimbus.__________________________________________________________________The spring classes will introduce and advance the learning from the Sica, Gracima building community along the way. Great exercise, healing and positive energy! Fun and supportive community.SIGN UP NOW! SPRING CLASS DATES~April 12, 19 , 26, May 3, 10Run of Show: May 17 and 24. Student Recitals: May 30 and 31.First DAY April 12: Playing live music the team welcomes everyone! Together we will review the student welcome packet containing a syllabus detailing what you will learn by the end of the term and other important information. Students and Instructors do introductions. Getting to know each other and share experiences that brought us here to learn and grow in community. We exchange knowledge and a brief oral history of the percussion and dance traditions of our African heritage and ancestry.______________________________________________________________________________________________________Every dance class begin with a warm up then dives into the learning of the Bomba rhythms, dance steps and choreography. This term students focus on spatial awareness movement, time, and learn to identify how the rhythms sound._____________________________________________________________________________________________DANCE: BOMBADance classes begin with a warm-up, followed by learning the basic foundation of Bomba Sica/Gracima rhythms, steps, and short choreography. Maximum 18 students per class.Students learn about singing, chorus, and call-and-response methods in the Spanish language. Attend monthly Zoom meetings for additional practice, discussions of cultural history, the instruments, the rhythms, the diaspora, and community building together in a continuing shared learning space.SPRING BOMBA CLASSES Total 9 sessions: 4/12 - 5/31Five (5) classes plus two (2) prep rehearsals, and two (2 ) recitals on May 30 and May 31. Students must advise the education team if they will participate in the student recitals.BOMBA DANCE CLASSES● Dance Beginner (Ages 6 - 12)Time: 1:00 - 1:30 PMBOMBA PERCUSSION CLASSES● Percussion Beginner (Ages: 7 - 13)Time: 1:30 - 2:00 PMLearning both dance and drum art forms enhances the knowledge of the rhythms and their interconnected intricacies.Program Fees:New students: $150Returning Student Discount: $130COMBO Dance & Percussion Classes Special Offer:$250 gets you all the classes!Students must be at least 7 years old to register for the combo dance and drum classes.This vibrant program is made possible by a grant from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, a division of the Department of State, administered by the Hudson County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs/Tourism Development, Craig Guy, Hudson County Executive & the Hudson County Board of County Commissioners and Supported Public Funds from the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund, a Resident Partnership with the Nimbus Arts Center and Private Donors.SEE YOU IN THE STUDIO!______________________________________________________________________________________________________What can I bring into the studio?For dance, dress comfortably. NO footwear in the studio. A limited number of dance skirts and drums are available in class. If you own a dance skirt or drum please bring it with you to classes. Bring your own water and personal hand sanitizer; masks are optional.What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?Nimbus Arts Center •329 Warren St. • Jersey City, NJ 07302 www.nimbusdanceworks.org • Phone/fax (201) 377-0718Trains: Take PATH to Grove Street STOP, then a short walk east towards the water on Columbus turning left onto Warren Street. The venue is at 329 Warren Street. Or take the Exchange Place STOP walk west on Columbus away from the water to Warren Street, turn right for the venue.Car: Limited street or paid parking is available in the Downtown Jersey City area.How can I contact the organizer with any questions?Segunda Quimbamba's contact is Nanette Hernández, email sqfcjc@gmail.com or call or text 201-463-4814.Nimbus Arts Center •329 Warren St. • Jersey City, NJ 07302 www.nimbusdanceworks.org • Phone/fax (201) 377-0718IMPORTANT GUEST INFORMATION PLEASE READNOTE ON NIMBUS ARTS CENTER PROTOCOLS ON COVID SAFETY: visit nimbusdance.org for updated information https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/1557aaf0-2977-11f1-9b78-2b8de5d122b0-rimg-w1110-h740-dc030303-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/jersey-city/segunda-quimbamba-childrens-classes-afro-puerto-rican-traditions-in-bomba/100001985637436023 - **Event Categories**: workshops, music, art, live-music, entertainment, meetups, theatre, kids - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 140.56, max: 268.61, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Jersey City - **state**: NJ - **country**: United States - **location**: Nimbus Arts Center - **lat**: 40.7194224 - **long**: -74.0385903 - **full address**: Nimbus Arts Center, 329 Warren Street, Jersey City, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Segunda Quimbamba Children's Classes Afro Puerto Rican Traditions in Bomba - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/c1a70eebff5027f9529cc63d51cec192c6d54cfcea9d7f2d5f315f0559fda79b-rimg-w1200-h834-dc030304-gmir.jpg?v=1774572737 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Segunda Quimbamba Children's Classes Afro Puerto Rican Traditions in Bomba being held? - **A:** Segunda Quimbamba Children's Classes Afro Puerto Rican Traditions in Bomba takes place on Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sun, 12 Apr, 2026 at 02:00 pm at Nimbus Arts Center, 329 Warren Street, Jersey City, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Segunda Quimbamba Children's Classes Afro Puerto Rican Traditions in Bomba? - **A:** Ticket prices for Segunda Quimbamba Children's Classes Afro Puerto Rican Traditions in Bomba range from USD 141 to USD 269 depending on the ticket type. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityDance: 1:00 - 1:30 PM, 5 classes, 2 Prep 2 ShowsUSD 162 + USD 12 feeAvailablePercussion: 1:30 - 2 PM, 5 classes, 2 Prep 2 ShowsUSD 162 + USD 12 feeAvailableDA/PE Combo Classes : 1 - 2 PM, 2 Prep 2 ShowsUSD 269 + USD 19 feeAvailableReturn Dance Student DiscountUSD 141 + USD 11 feeAvailableReturn Percussion Student DiscountUSD 141 + USD 11 feeAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Segunda Quimbamba Children's Classes Afro Puerto Rican Traditions in Bomba? - **A:** Segunda Quimbamba Children's Classes Afro Puerto Rican Traditions in Bomba is organized by Segunda Quimbamba Folkloric Center, Inc.. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Segunda Quimbamba Children's Classes Afro Puerto Rican Traditions in Bomba is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Jersey City, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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This is accomplished through documentation, education and live performance. With a focus on the art form of drum and dance: authentic sounds of Afro Puerto Rican Bomba and Plena rhythms. Here passionate dancers demand the drum. In Bomba music the magnetic dynamism is in the exchange via lead drum and principal dancer. In this driving thumping music the drummer follows the dancer who in turn is creating beats too. Hear the fusion of drums and guitars in songs from the many influences here and there.\r\nSegunda Quimbamba originally was founded as the Pleneros de La Segunda over 25 years ago, the group has evolved to become one of the most beloved and significant leaders nationally in the genres in the Diaspora. The band has performed to international audiences as well as the island residents. The group performs and presents interactive educational demos and workshops for all types of venues, public and private events, schools, universities, parades, festivals and concerts.\r\nThe organization is rooted in the inspiration of local residents through the years, asking us to do more. They express their desire to strengthen and build community in support of one another. Love and longing moves us to preserve cultural customs and traditions. Through music and movement we can connect. Exchanging cultural values is a way of life of Puerto Rico’s people no matter where we are, embracing and uplifting is our anthem, as well as many countries around the world. We believe passionately that music and dance heals. " } ] } ] ```