The West Indian Youth Association of Ottawa is once again providing cultural space for our youth to embrace the beauty and rhythm of the Steelpan.
Classes are open to youth between the ages of 7 and 18 years.
Steelpan classes start on October 25th, 2026 and runs till February/March 2027.
Classes will be held twice a month starting October 25th, 2026.
Venue: Island Flava Caribbean Restaurant
412 Dalhousie Street, Ottawa, Ontario
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
Youth steelpan players will gain knowledge about the steelpan, its history, its rhythm and its story. Guided by our youthful and energetic steelpan instructor, students will learn hold to play and grow.
No prior musical/instrumental knowledge is required.
At the end of the term students will have the opportunity to showcase their steelpan journey to family and members of the community.
Registration fee: $150 a month
Payment can be made via e-transfer to wiyaottawa@gmail.com
Payment must be paid at the beginning of each month before participant can be part of the cohort.
What to expect during the first class on October 25th, 2026
- Players and parents/guardians will be introduced to our term's steelpan instructor
- Together with Pan instructor the future class schedules will be arranged
-Players will get a brief history of the steelpan
- Commencement of the first song to be learned
