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Take Advantage Of More Than 100 Free Courses In ABC! Sign Up At The Culture Factories And Explore Art, Dance, Music, And Technology. Secure Your Spot!
The Culture Factories opened registrations for the first semester of 2025, offering more than 100 free courses in the ABC region of São Paulo. The opportunities include over 3,000 spots in the cities of Diadema and São Bernardo do Campo.
Registrations started on January 7, 2025, allowing interested individuals to participate in creation workshops, with bi-weekly meetings held twice a week, or production tracks, which last from two to four months and occur once a week.
Options For Free Courses For All Ages
The courses are aimed at audiences of different ages, starting from 6 years in Diadema and 8 years in São Bernardo do Campo. Classes take place from Tuesday to Saturday, in the morning, afternoon, and evening, covering various fields such as arts and technology.
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Highlights In Diadema
In Diadema, participants can learn screenwriting for film, breaking, creating projects for calls, creative electronics (maker), introduction to drones, manga-style drawing, and producing their own narratives. Among the new offerings, the tracks developed in partnership with PerifaCon stand out, addressing themes of pop culture and podcast creation.
Courses Offered In São Bernardo Do Campo
In São Bernardo do Campo, the free courses include music (guitar, violin, viola, choir singing, percussion, and music production), technology (game creation, robotics, audiovisual, computing, and drones), dance (street dance, ballroom dance, ballet, and contemporary dance), as well as capoeira, visual arts, theater, circus, and sign language. Maker formations and digital crafts are also big attractions.
Start Of Classes And Materials Offered
Classes begin on February 4, and all groups have materials provided for free by the Culture Factories. Interested individuals can register up to 45 days after the start of activities or while spots are available.
How To Participate In The Registration Process
The process varies by unit. In Diadema, it is necessary to register in person, presenting an ID and proof of residence. In São Bernardo do Campo, candidates must complete a pre-registration online (access here) by January 12, and if selected, they must go to the unit to complete the enrollment with the usual documentation.
