Afro Dance Workout with Karma is a one-hour dance class experience that features a variety of dance styles. This class incorporates the genres of dance Karma has studied throughout her career including but not limited to Afrobeats, West African, Afro-Brazilian, Samba, Congolese, and more. Each class starts with a warm up and ends with a cool down.  

This class is designed for all levels—no prior experience needed.

Celebrate Holi with a sustainable twist at the Holi Clothing Swap, hosted by The Banyan Tree, on February 27 & 28 at the YWCA!

Bring clean, gently used South Asian attire—saris, kurtas, lehengas—and refresh your wardrobe by taking home new-to-you pieces. Join us Friday from 1–5 p.m. or Saturday from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Give your clothes a second life and discover something beautiful to wear this festive season.

Can’t attend but still want to contribute?
If you have clothing to share but can’t make the event, you can coordinate a drop-off by emailing sonali@the-banyan-tree.org.

Volunteers are also needed! Sign up here for shifts: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AACAF2AA2F8C52-62289830-desi#/

Celebrate Holi with a sustainable twist at the Holi Clothing Swap, hosted by The Banyan Tree, on February 27 & 28 at the YWCA!

Bring clean, gently used South Asian attire—saris, kurtas, lehengas—and refresh your wardrobe by taking home new-to-you pieces. Join us Friday from 1–5 p.m. or Saturday from 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Give your clothes a second life and discover something beautiful to wear this festive season.

Can’t attend but still want to contribute?
If you have clothing to share but can’t make the event, you can coordinate a drop-off by emailing sonali@the-banyan-tree.org.

Volunteers are also needed! Sign up here for shifts: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4AACAF2AA2F8C52-62289830-desi#/

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the natural healing processes, detoxifying the body of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing about deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment. Each session is approximately 1 hour.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Get clear on what you truly want and identify what’s been holding you back. Explore what you’re already doing—and discover new actions you can take. Tap into fresh resources and ideas to break through barriers. Leave feeling unstuck, energized, and ready to move your career forward with confidence.

Email career@ywca-berkeley.org to RSVP. Drop-ins are also welcome.

Are you in your 40s, 50s, 60s, or 70s? It’s time to focus on what truly matters to you—your passions, concerns, and strengths. Explore new possibilities and reflect on whether you want or need to work, and what kind of work fits your life now. Get ready to dream big and start planning your next fulfilling career chapter.

Email career@ywca-berkeley.org to RSVP. Drop-ins are also welcome.

Afro Dance Workout with Karma is a one-hour dance class experience that features a variety of dance styles. This class incorporates the genres of dance Karma has studied throughout her career including but not limited to Afrobeats, West African, Afro-Brazilian, Samba, Congolese, and more. Each class starts with a warm up and ends with a cool down.  

This class is designed for all levels—no prior experience needed.

Reiki is a Japanese energy healing practice that uses light, hands-on touch to channel "universal life energy"  to promote relaxation and well-being. This vital spiritual energy activates the natural healing processes, detoxifying the body of both physical and emotional blockages while bringing about deep relaxation and calmness. Sessions are free and scheduled by appointment. Each session is approximately 1 hour.

Ready to stand out and move forward with confidence? Join us for a hands-on, high-impact workshop where you'll uncover what sets you apart, name your strengths, and identify your ideal audience or market. Then, turn those insights into action by developing a focused strategy and kickstarting your own marketing plan.

Email career@ywca-berkeley.org to RSVP. Drop-ins are also welcome.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Have you been out of the paid workforce for a while, under-employed, or working below your skill level? Ready to level up but need inspiration? Wondering how to revamp your resume or improve your LinkedIn and social media presence? This workshop is designed to help you jumpstart your career, boost your confidence, and get back in the game stronger than ever.

Email career@ywca-berkeley.org to RSVP. Drop-ins are also welcome.

Facilitated by Michele Enriquez, Patelco Credit Union

Take control of your spending and feel more confident about your finances in this practical, real-life financial literacy workshop. Cart Smarts explores how intentional saving, building a strong emergency fund, and making mindful choices can lead to greater stability and peace of mind.

Learn simple strategies to track your spending, automate your savings, and avoid impulse purchases that can throw off your budget. With grocery prices on the rise, this session also offers smart, everyday tips for planning meals, shopping strategically, and reducing waste—so your money stretches further without sacrificing what matters most.

Walk away with tools you can use immediately to shop smarter, save more, and stay in control of your financial future.

OVERVIEW

Join Riccardo and Anna for a Salsa Fundamentals class focused on building practical social dance skills. Over six lessons, students will work on the core elements of salsa—timing, body control, partner connection, and musicality—while developing the tools needed to feel comfortable in a social dance setting. Classes will include structured partnerwork covering basic steps and turn patterns, individual shines focused on footwork and styling, and an introduction to social dance etiquette. Whether you are new to salsa or looking to strengthen your foundation, this course provides a supportive and focused environment designed to help you move with confidence on the dance floor.

Note: We have a maximum capacity of 40 students (20 couples). People should specify in their form whether they would like to be a lead or a follow (or if they are open to either). Although traditionally leads are male and follows are female, we encourage anyone to choose their “role” freely. 

DATES
📅 Thursdays, March 12th, March 19th, April 2nd, April 9th, April 16th, and April 23rd.  
🕕  7:00-8:00 PM

This is a no theme event, just based off drop in topics and conversations. It is open to the community as a space to come and share what is going on and receive support.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

Take charge of your career in this action-focused workshop. Assess your options, rediscover your strengths, and clarify your goals and timeline. You’ll explore the risks and rewards of change, learn how to build on your past experiences, and tap into the power of planned happenstance. Walk away ready to commit—and take the next step toward the job you want now.

Email career@ywca-berkeley.org to RSVP. Drop-ins are also welcome.

Turn your global background into a career asset! In this workshop, you’ll name your skills, assess your unique strengths, and recognize the value of your international experience. Discover where your background can take you, who needs what you offer, and how to fill any skill gaps along the way. Explore new paths and leave with fresh ideas for putting your global expertise to work.

Email career@ywca-berkeley.org to RSVP. Drop-ins are also welcome.

OVERVIEW

Join Riccardo and Anna for a Salsa Fundamentals class focused on building practical social dance skills. Over six lessons, students will work on the core elements of salsa—timing, body control, partner connection, and musicality—while developing the tools needed to feel comfortable in a social dance setting. Classes will include structured partnerwork covering basic steps and turn patterns, individual shines focused on footwork and styling, and an introduction to social dance etiquette. Whether you are new to salsa or looking to strengthen your foundation, this course provides a supportive and focused environment designed to help you move with confidence on the dance floor.

Note: We have a maximum capacity of 40 students (20 couples). People should specify in their form whether they would like to be a lead or a follow (or if they are open to either). Although traditionally leads are male and follows are female, we encourage anyone to choose their “role” freely. 

DATES
📅 Thursdays, March 12th, March 19th, April 2nd, April 9th, April 16th, and April 23rd.  
🕕  7:00-8:00 PM

You have more to offer than you think. In this empowering workshop, you’ll list and evaluate your skills, explore new job possibilities, and identify potential employers. Tackle your challenges with a solid plan, practice your personal pitch, and discover fresh strategies and resources. Build your network—and your confidence—as you commit to taking the next step toward success.

Email career@ywca-berkeley.org to RSVP. Drop-ins are also welcome.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

This is a no theme event, just based off drop in topics and conversations. It is open to the community as a space to come and share what is going on and receive support.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

This event is hybrid.

This is a no theme event, just based off drop in topics and conversations. It is open to the community as a space to come and share what is going on and receive support.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.

This class includes dialogues about the benefits of a regular meditation practice specifically geared towards women, girls, those who identify as such as well as non-binary people. We will learn about Goddess terminology and iconography as well as about the feminist trilogy of the virgin, mother, and crone and stories about each stage in their development.

Each class will include breathing awareness/exercises as well as the nuts and bolts of a meditation session (posture, timing, comfort level, breathing) followed by a guided meditation and ending with a certain amount of silence (as time permits). There will also be time for questions at the end of class. There is a focus on using group practice to move from theoretical perspectives about "meditation" to an actual daily practice that serves to strengthen our ability to cope with our day to day stressors and uncomfortable realities.

The class is intended to introduce women and girls to the concepts of mindfulness and meditation through the use of short dialogues and live, guided meditations. Both beginners and experienced meditators are welcome to take this class. Classes will build on each other yet drop-ins are always welcome. Goddess terminology is referenced during the class.