Caribbean Grooves: A Holiday Fête

Add island spice to your season with Caribbean Grooves, a joyful dance experience led by Grenadian native, Sharifa () — presented as part of the Cocoa Christmas Crawl event series.

Move, sweat, and celebrate as you learn the fundamentals of West Indian fête and social dance, set to infectious Caribbean rhythms. This one-hour class blends culture, cardio, and community, bringing the warmth of the islands into your holiday season.

No dance experience needed—just good vibes and holiday spirit!

Come solo or bring a friend, and join us midweek for a night of movement, music, and connection that celebrates culture and community.

✨ All proceeds benefit , an Oakland-based nonprofit uplifting single mothers and families through workforce training, mentorship, and community programs.

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A Note to Our Non-Black Friends & Allies
Cocoa Christmas Crawl was created as a joyful space to center and celebrate Black culture, community, and creativity in Oakland. We love and welcome the full diversity of our city — our allies, our neighbors, our friends. This space is for everyone committed to showing up in love, respect, and joy.
If you’re not Black, here’s how you can be part of the energy in the right way:
🤎 Celebrate, don’t center. Dance, vibe, and enjoy the space — but let the culture lead.
🤎 Support with intention. Spend with our Black-owned vendors and businesses.
🤎 Be self-aware. Know when to listen, when to step back, and when to uplift others.
We’re building a holiday experience grounded in love and liberation — and we’re glad to have you be part of it.

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