This is a group that celebrates and explores Los Angeles and the rich community of people who live here. Like an urban village with deep roots and diverse flavors . . .  L.A. is to me an Urban Pueblo. =) I'm looking forward to planning a wide variety of activities: from lectures at the Downtown Public Library to Dodger baseball games at Chavez Ravine; from the Farmer's Market in Barnsdall Park to the Tamale Festival in McArthur Park. =)  Let's go to Grand Central Market, Angels' Flight, The Holl …

Welcome to Walnut Figure Drawing & Painting Group. This workshop is open to all artists and art students of any skill level. We offer a modern-styled studio that provides figure drawing workshop and traditional Drawingand Painting classes. We have created an environment that is tranquil and relaxing just for our members. We are located in Walnut in east San Gabriel Valley, near the junction of 60 and 57 Freeways.We welcome all artists, beginners or those one with more experience, to join our mee …

Looking for a fun night out that's new, exciting, AND creative? This meet-up is not just for experienced artists, it's for anyone who has ever had a curiosity to paint but was afraid to try. You haven't lived until you've painted something in your life! Plus, you are welcome to bring your favorite bottle of wine to sip while you receive a 3 hour group lesson. I will walk you through your painting step by step and personally guide you so that you'll feel like a confident artist by the end of the …

Train & share knowledge on Bruce Lee's Jeet Kune Do Fighting Methods & MMA in an energetic pro environment (NOT in a park) @ our new location inside ELITE MMA ACADEMY in Santa Fe Springs, Ca. USA on Saturdays from 11am-1pm via RSVP. ELITE JKD / MMA training offers comprehensive full-contact (Realistic) training in effective Jun Fan Gung Fu-Jeet Kune Do and professional Mixed-Martial Arts instruction. All Saturday morning classes are conducted by 2011 Masters Hall of Fame Inductee Sifu Paul S. Le …

This is a group for people of all ages who want to learn Wushu (Kung fu), Taiji (Tai chi), or self defense. Whether you are a black belt, or an avid kung fu movie watcher, or any combination of the two, you are welcome to join our group. We are looking to increase awareness of what Wushu is, and how it can benefit everyone regardless of fitness level. With our qualified instructor, we are able to individualize our instruction to suit you! Whatever your goals, (fitness, confidence, respect, socia …

少林永春拳 - Shaolin Weng Chun This meet-up was created in 2011 in honor of my Sifu Ignatius Siu. The goal is to provide an accessible forum for those who interesting in spread the art of Shaolin Weng Chun (SWC). Learn the ancient Chinese Healing Art of Ba Duan Jin (8 Pieces of Brocade) to strengthen your internal organs & Dharma Yi Jin Jing (Muscle Tendon Changing Classic) to improve internal energy, release muscle pain and overall physical health. SWC is a system to show you how to overcome stronge …

Authentic Jeet Kune Do classes combining real world martial arts training with functional bodyweight fitness.Get out of that smelly gym and join us outdoors for some fun and fresh air!Sponsored by San Gabriel Valley Jeet Kune Do, our professional martial arts teaching staff provide a safe and dynamic environment to learn Bruce Lee's original Jeet Kune Do.  Classes also include functional bodyweight strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular conditioning.JKD is a modern, scientific martial art des …

Studio117B was created for artists that wish to further their abilities in figurative art. There is a live model every session and the studio has professional equipment, art benches, easels, lighting and a stage. A wide range of artists attend from beginners just starting their studies to working professionals. There is a great group of friendly regulars and new comers are always welcome.

Welcome! The purpose of this group is to bring together women martial artists for training and light sparring. Kung fu, jujitsu, aikido, and other styles, including self-defense practice welcome. This will be a supportive space for practice, improvement, and gentle challenging of each other to improve our martial arts and self-defense skills. This is for all levels, but women who are at least an "advanced beginner" preferrable. My vision: I have a vision to create a women's space for sparring.  …

This group is intended to introduce you to various health and fitness exercises and programs. We are open to everyone who wants to get in shape, stay in shape, lose weight, get fit, build lean muscle, and get on track to a healthy exercise program. Our workshops and programs encompass fitness exercises, core training, martial arts, kickboxing, muay thai, mma (mixed martial arts), yoga, flexibility & stretching, strength training, cardio exercise, grappling, juijitsu, and anything to motivate and …

Recently retired with lots of extra time. I was looking for an older women's group where I could have fun while meeting & making new friends. I created this group to do a little bit of everything. We'll meet up for lunch, happy hour, art shows, museums, chick flicks, concerts, sporting events, outdoor adventures, sunday brunch, etc. We can take overnight trips, cruises...sky's the limit. I'm a 17 yr cancer survivor who knows we have to enjoy our lives now. Having supportive friends and things to …

Introduction Interested in learning self-defense? Join us for a FREE Introduction self-defense class. You’ll learn how to effectively defend yourself and others from attacks, including common grips, punches, and weapons. We’ll teach you our Y.E.S. (yell, escape, stun) method, as well as various other tools you can implement in any situation. Taking our class will increase your awareness and confidence in situations, as well as in your daily life. No prior experience is necessary. Wear comfortab …

This group is a place for photographers, artists, models and creatives to work collaboratively to create some amazing photos in various genres such as boudoir, vintage pin-up, fine art, film noir, fetish/alternative, avant garde and other themes. I wanted to create a group that would give photographers and models an opportunity to do more than just the typical beauty portraits and fashion photography. We will have all kinds of group shoots, giving you some rare shooting opportunities; everything …

Come flow with us! It's fun, amazing for the mind, body, and heart, and we love it! Come play and learn poi, staff, hooping, and juggling.

The purpose of this I Heart Good Deeds Meetup Group is improving people's (strangers) daily lives through our planned stage action. We will be surprise in public places that will people happy, and emotional. "As long as they are happy, I am happy." This is the goal of this meetup.

This group is about amateur puppeteers and their puppets. From hand, marionette, human puppets, and other styles. It's a chance to meet other puppeteers who are starting out. Ventriloquist, Hand style, and any others styles. To talk about how to do shows, or just out and about with your puppets. Just meet and have fun and discover.

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FREE EVENTS: arts & cultural venues, free concerts, movies & theater plays, and active sports such as badminton, table tennis, ping pong, safe boffer games, hiking, larp, fencing, live action role playing, volleyball, basketball, archery, kendo, nerf, etc. Although many members here are expert Mandarin speakers, there are also many of us who are beginners and would like to improve both our Mandarin and English speaking skills (ESL Students are very welcome).  So if you are willing to learn and w …

Do you want to live in a wholistic way, nourishing your Physical, Emotional, Mental, Spiritual aspects? Do you want to connect more with your Higher Self and have a more happy and fulfilling life? Are you interested in Meditation, Consciousness, Yoga, Hiking, Martial Arts, Healing, Metaphysics...? Welcome to the Higher Self Community! Check out our scheduled events and take a moment to RSVP for the gatherings you'd like to attend. A day or two before the event you RSVP for takes place, you will …

Hello and welcome to Off the HOOK! Crochet Club! I'm starting this group to get together with other crochet lovers!  My grandmother taught me the basics of crochet as a kid, but I'm just recently learning to read patterns and expanding my skills! Let's break the stereotype!  Crochet (hooking) isn't just for old ladies!  We welcome hookers of all ages, men and women! This group is for all skill levels and I would especially like to welcome those with children!  We will meet to work on whatever pr …

Kimberly Rinaldi's Lessons in Joyful Living:  Mind Science and Metaphysics is here to teach you about being the best you you can be. Learn to master tools such as LOA, EFT, NLP, Hypnotherapy, Intuition, Meditation and so many more.  You can learn to master the tools to master your life.  Join us and Live-Joy-Fully! Text "LIJL" to 22828 and sign up for our VIP Newsletter and receive YOUR copy of my Deeper Meditation mp3 or online at http://KimberlyRinaldi.com Speaker, Author and Radio Show Host …

This is a group for anyone interested in Taichi, Taichi push hands, QiGong, wushu, Acupuncture. Los Angeles E-Mei Tai Chi Meetup is a rare chance for people to learn from one of the Great Masters of China, International 8th Degree Black Belt (Duan), China 6th Tiger Duan, world taichi and taichi push hands champion --- Grandmaster Fu Is offering classes to those interested in Learning the Traditional Yang style Taijichuan (Tai Chi) Tou Shou (Push Hands)and Qigong from a Highly Skilled Master, as …

I started this group because although there are so many Indians in this area, there is no group on this side of town. If you need new ideas to keep life interesting or just some company doing the things you already do - this is the group for you! Our Group The purpose of this group is simple – to make friends. This is a group of moms who like to hang out and have fun; we are moms who want to make lasting friendships for ourselves, our kids and families. Our Events The goal of the group is to do …

Motto: Give  Take  Share Come play with the business and community leaders who are doing amazing things in their business, personal lives and the world. The group is for those who are in the six and getting close to the seven figure income and above.  Please join us if you are ready to take all aspects of your life to the next level. The following industry leaders are included; Real Estate, Insurance, Wed development, Law, Medicine, Health, Art, Consulting, Prosperity Coaching, etc... The master …

We are a group of polymer clay enthusiasts of all skill levels, from beginner to pro, from dabblers to full-time artists. At our monthly meetings, we have a demo on a polymer clay-related topic, as well as show-and-tell of things we've made, announcements of upcoming polymer clay events, swaps, and general sharing of ideas, inspiration, and encouragement. We meet the first Thursday of each month from 7 to 9pm at the San Gabriel Bead Company in Arcadia.  We also occasionally schedule other event …

This group is for anyone interested in getting better with women. All skill levels are welcome. I started this group to meet other guys with the same interests. Looking forward to exploring the day and nightlife in Los Angeles, Hollywood and surrounding cities. We don't do Day Game or Night Game We do 24/7 Game.

This is a group for anyone that has ever wanted to truly experience the pleasures of cigar smoking. It is a rare opportunity to learn about the many varieties of cigars, their different tastes, countries of origin and the relaxation, and comfort a nice stogie can provide. Although the group was started to introduce others to cigars, it is absolutely open to avid smokers, and of course aficionado's are very much appreciated and welcome. I was introduced to the art at Robusto's Cigars in Arcadia, …

You have just found a one stop shop in photography. This group is for photographers who are starting out or have been shooting for years. We will help you build you portfolio that gears toward your style of shooting. We will have different themes and model on every shoot. So why here..????? Here, you get to shoot with lots of hot and beautiful models who are known in the industry. Here, you will learn and collaborate to build a portfolio that you want. Here, you will learn the standards of Light …