{"product_id":"2026-spring-manman-masa-taiko-fundamentals-wed-11am","title":"[2026 Spring] ManMan \u0026 Masa - Taiko FUNdamentals (Wed 11AM)","description":"\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" id=\":rp\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-OYPEnA gmail-text-decoration-none gmail-text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDay\/Time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWednesday, 11am-12:30pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMonthly Enrollment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-OYPEnA gmail-text-decoration-none gmail-text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gmail-OYPEnA gmail-text-decoration-none gmail-text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003eApr: 4\/1, 4\/8, 4\/15, 4\/29\u003cbr\u003eMay: 5\/6, 5\/13, 5\/20, 5\/27\u003cbr\u003eJun: 6\/3, 6\/10, 6\/17, 6\/24\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-OYPEnA gmail-text-decoration-none gmail-text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gmail-OYPEnA gmail-text-decoration-none gmail-text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExperience\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003eOpen to all (Recommended for seniors)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e- Learn the basics of the various styles of taiko drumming\u003cbr\u003e- This recreational class series will teach fundamentals and techniques at a pace slower than other taiko courses at our facility\u003cbr\u003e- Experience taiko in a fun environment through various mind and body workouts\u003cbr\u003e- Available for enrollment\/commitment on a monthly basis\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cs\u003eApril Topic:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeta Fundamentals ~Dokokara~\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/s\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cs\u003eInstructor: Masa\u003c\/s\u003e\u003cs\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNote: \"Beta\" -- the drum is placed vertically and the hitting surface is parallel to the floor; the most basic style of taiko. \"Dokokara\", a composition by Yuta Kato, draws its name from taiko syllabary, where “doko” means two strikes in the center of the drum and “kara” is two on the rim.\u003c\/s\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eMay Topic: \u003cstrong\u003eQuitiplas in the Pocket\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e — Building the Polyrhythmic Foundation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstructor: ManMan\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: \"Quitiplás in the Pocket\" invites participants to explore the dynamic interplay between Afro-Venezuelan Quitiplás rhythms and polyrhythmic patterns through small drums and Naname movement drills. Participants of all levels are welcome—whether you are new to polyrhythm or looking to deepen your rhythmic and movement practice. Designed for movement enthusiasts of all levels, this 4-week course focuses on developing a strong sense of rhythmic “pocket” while strengthening coordination between hands, body, and spatial movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe May course emphasizes building a strong polyrhythmic foundation, while the June course focuses on expanding those ideas into movement, variation, and creative expression—each month is designed to stand on its own.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eJune Topic: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuitiplás in the Pocket — Expanding the Polyrhythmic Toolkit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstructor: ManMan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eNote: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis 4-week course explores Afro-Venezuelan Quitiplás rhythms and polyrhythmic layering through small drums and Naname movement drills. Naname drills are taught with adaptable stance and movement options so participants can explore the material in ways that work for their own bodies. Participants will deepen their rhythmic awareness while experimenting with variations, transitions, and movement pathways that expand how polyrhythm can be embodied and expressed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e---------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\":x0\" aria-owns=\":x0\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-multiline=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" tabindex=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePayment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Monthly enrollment: $100 per session\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eRefund Policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that our courses\/classes are non-refundable once purchased. However, course cancellations made prior to the course start date may be eligible for a refund minus a 20% administrative fee. This policy ensures respect for our instructors' time and preparation while maintaining fairness for all parties involved.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ASANO TAIKO U.S.","offers":[{"title":"April","offer_id":52440361795863,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"May","offer_id":52440361828631,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"June","offer_id":52440362287383,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1242\/9508\/files\/15_d5542a5a-8223-4de4-ab56-9d8ab5761cd4.png?v=1773269980","url":"https:\/\/asano.us\/products\/2026-spring-manman-masa-taiko-fundamentals-wed-11am","provider":"ASANO TAIKO U.S., Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}