Group Visits, Field Trips and Workshops
Objectives
- To explore the rich culture of music and dance from Brazil one of the largest and most diverse countries in the world!
- To provide quality educational activities compatible with the Ontario Curriculum, that are active, challenging and at the same time enjoyable!
- To offer a range of workshops that will supplement the Ontario Arts Curriculum expectations in Music, Drama and Dance, as well as Visual Arts.
Facilities
Bavia Arts is located on 898 St Clair Ave West 2nd Floor (@Oakwood). Our facilities include reception with small gift shop, change rooms and bathrooms for boys and girls, cafeteria/lounge area and dance studio.
Day Plan
Half-Day Schedule Plan (choice of one workshop)
Morning
10 am - Arrival at Bavia Arts, putting away personal belongings
10:20 - Tour and introductions
10:30 - Workshop
11:45 - Finale/ wrap-up
12:00 - Lunch - onsite
(Children are expected to bring their own lunches or snacks)
12:30 - Departure
Afternoon
12:30 pm - Arrival at Bavia Arts, putting away personal belongings, dividing into two groups (group max 30)
12:50 - Tour and introductions/ lunch - onsite (optional)
1:15 - Workshop
2:30 - Finale/ wrap-up
2:45 - Snack - onsite (optional)
(Children are expected to bring their own lunches or snacks)
3:00pm - Departure
Full-Day Schedule Plan (choice of two workshops)
10 am - Arrival at Bavia Arts, putting away personal belongings
10:20 - Tour and introductions
10:45 - Workshop 1
12:00 - Lunch - onsite
(children are expected to bring their own lunches)
12:30 - Film screening
1:15 - Workshop 2
2:30 - Finale (parade, performance or circle dance)
3pm - Departure
Extra-long Day Schedule Plan (choice of three workshops)
10 am - Arrival at Bavia Arts, putting away personal belongings
10:20 - Tour and introductions
10:45 - Workshop 1
12:00 - Lunch - onsite
(children are expected to bring their own lunches)
12:30 - Workshop 2
1:45 - Short film screening
2:00 - Workshop 3
3:15 - Finale all workshops combined (parade or performance)
3:45 - Snack - onsite (children are expected to bring their own snacks)
4pm - Departure
Pricing
$6 per child (Half day programming - one workshop only)
Adults free up to a maximum ratio of 1:8 (extra adults $6)
$11 per child (Full day programming - two workshops)
Adults free up to a maximum ratio of 1:8 (extra adults $10)
$15 per child (Extra-long day programming - three workshops)
Adults free up to a maximum ratio of 1:8 (extra adults $15)
Taxes included in price
Minimum of 20 kids per booking
Hot-chocolate (or other beverage) optional - add $1.00 per person
Workshops
Brazilian Drumming:
Involves learning rhythms and songs from Northeastern Brazilian traditions. Participants will learn to play several different instruments and their respective parts, sing simple traditional songs in Portuguese and Yoruba and follow conducting leads. There are parts appropriate for every skill level and no one is left out. (all ages)
African Drumming:
From the rich drumming cultures of the Malinke people of Guinea and surrounding countries students will learn the complex rhythms and song of a specific community ritual. Djembe hand-drums are used along with bass drum set called Dunumba to create a beautiful polyrhythmic interaction. (age 12yrs and up only)
Samba Bateria Drumming:
The frenetic traditions of Rio Carnival Samba are a uniquely complex and loud drumming style that produces an acoustic sound system capable of large crowds. The parts to be learned in this workshop require some drumming experience and willingness to learn, ideal for a group of drumming and music enthusiasts. (age 12 and up only)
Afro-Brazilian Dance:
A revitalizing dance that mimics the day to day of ancient African activities and rituals. The steps progress from very simple to complex. Body motions are beautifully unique and work with rarely used muscles in round movements. Participants will learn to appreciate dance and culture, be exposed to Black History and get a full body workout. (Recommended 8yrs and up)
Capoeira:
An Afro-Brazilian martial art based on music and dance. Capoeira explores self-defense movements that intertwine in a fluid dance spectacle. Unlike other martial arts capoeira is also a form of vigorous exercise. Participants will learn defense and attack movements, stretching and physical conditioning as well as clapping rhythms and singing Capoeira songs. (Recommended 6yrs and up)
Mask/Costume Design:
Creation of costumes for carnival parade. Working with recycled fabrics, paper and other materials each participant will create a simple carnival costume to parade with, and take home. (All ages)
Instrument Building Shop:
Using accessible recyclable materials participants will learn to build a unique Afro-Brazilian percussion instrument to play and take home. Some time will also be devoted to learning how to play the instruments. (All ages)
Yoga:
A perfect way to get your group zen. Learning basic yoga poses and breathing exercises. Great for stretching and wonderful resilience physical activity.
Preparing for the trip
- Make sure enough time is allowed to get to Bavia Arts in time.
- Check map for best route from your school/centre to Bavia Arts.
- Kids may bring money for gifts.
- Our facilities are outdoor shoes free, bring comfortable socks or slippers.
Waiver
Although all activities at Bavia Arts are planned with thoughtful consideration of age group safety, risk of serious injury exists. Teachers/ counselors should be responsible for supervising unruly behavior.
All parents of participating children must sign the RELEASE form.
Please print copies, get them signed and bring all signed copies together with cheque to be processed at the beginning of visit.
Click here to download the Bavia Arts Waiver/ Release form.
 Bavia Arts
898b St. Clair Ave West. 2nd floor. Toronto. Ontario. Canada. M6C 1C5.
two blocks east of Oakwood Avenue. easily accessed by public transit.
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