Destiny Arts Center is an after-school dance, theater, and martial arts program for youth ages 3 to 18, located in Oakland, CA and in dozens of school sites throughout the East Bay. Established in 1988 Destiny Arts Center is an innovative program teaching violence prevention, conflict resolution and youth leadership using the arts as a vehicle for individual, community level and social change.

Our classes are led by professional instructors, utilizing our proven violence prevention curriculum to teach youth alternatives to aggression, gain self-confidence, esteem and discipline while learning life-long skills. Our state of the art facility hosts our youth and adult classes, workshops, events and is a great venue for private and community events at affordable rates. 

As an arts and cultural hub, we are committed to providing accessible, affordable arts and creative space to our large community and beyond.

Education

Performing Arts

Social Impact

Destiny Arts Center

Archana Nagraj

Tesfaye Tekelu

Danielle K.

Sifu Kate Hobbs

Sifu Anthony Daniels

Bryan Massengale

Allan Frias

Nasim Coy

Susan Andrien Lmft

Rashidi Omari

Mike Lee

Aliza Schnayer

The Management and Operations team at Destiny Arts Center oversees the strategic direction, administration, and daily operations of the organization. This group ensures the seamless execution of programs, manages financial resources, maintains the facility, and fosters relationships with partners and the community. The team is also responsible for advancing the organization's mission through effective leadership and institutional development.

Management and Operations

Teaching and Instruction Team

Programs and Development Team

Management and Operations

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