It’s never too late to learn new things…
Summer isn’t just for the kids anymore, especially not when you’ve reached that golden age of “tiguwang na man ko, pero game gihapon!” So, whether you’re trying to escape the daily stresses of your career, surviving that existential dread that hits your thoughts during late nights, or simply filling the void that used to be occupied by Saturday night laags, then this summer is the perfect time to try something new!
For the Curious, Bored, Brave, & Slightly Burned Out Adults
Daghan kaayog options on things you can try sa Cebu, but here are some that we have done ourselves as individuals in our late twenties and up:
Choral Singing (Without the Commitment)
Love singing, but not into every Saturday and Sunday night’s rehearsals? Then a one-day choral singing event is just the perfect opportunity for you! 2TinCans, a musical theater organization, launched their One Day Ensemble event which is an open group session or short-term choir workshop that lets you enjoy the vocalization as if you’re part of an ensemble of a show. Previously, they rehearsed the songs “One Short Day” from Wicked and “You Will Be Found” from Dear Evan Hansen.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
- Fee – It is a pay-what-you-can event, so you can donate any amount to support the cause
OTHER INFORMATION
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/2tincans.ph
- Contact Number: 0961 033 7946
- Email Address: [email protected]
HOW TO GET THERE?
Location: Depends on their event partner. So, just stay tuned on their social media announcements as it varies.
Adult Ballet
Growing up with “Barbie and the 12 Dancing Princess” made a lot of us dream of becoming a ballerina, or at least dance while wearing a tutu. Well, the good thing is that grace and sass aren’t just for the youth! You can channel your inner prima ballerina even at the age of 30 or 40, even beyond 50! Cebu is now home to many ballet centers and studios such as the Ballet Academy of Cebu where they offer classes for as young as 3 up to senior citizens. Who knew?
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
- Tuition fee – Depends on the number of sessions you’ll take. Message them directly on Facebook for their pricing details.
OTHER INFORMATION
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/balletacademy.cebu
- Contact Number: 0917 707 0477
- Email Address: [email protected]
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: City Sports Club (across Ayala Mall) Cardinal Rosales Ave, Cebu City, Philippines
- By Commute: Take the 14D jeepney route and drop off at Ayala Center Cebu. Once you arrive, head to the exit where you can find the Rustan’s store. City Sports Club Cebu is just located across the street from that exit. Upon entering, go down two (2) floors where you’ll find the Ballet Academy of Cebu.
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “City Sports Club Cebu” as your destination.
Skating (Yes, even if you might fall)
Grab a helmet, knee pads, and a brave heart. Whether it’s roller skating or ice skating, this childhood dream doesn’t expire. And yes, you will fall, but falling is easier to handle now—emotionally. So, go ahead and just live that ice princess vibe or maybe the 80’s Stranger Things moment where you’ll wear a colorful outfit to the skating rink.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
Ice Skating:
- 2-Hour Pass – ₱330 (Weekdays) | ₱350 (Weekends/Holidays)
- Day Pass – ₱499 (Weekdays) | ₱599 (Weekends/Holidays)
Roller Skating:
- Half Hour – ₱200
- Per Hour – ₱300
- Per Hour With Coach – ₱400
OTHER INFORMATION
- Ice Skating Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday: 10AM – 9PM | Friday – Saturday: 10:15AM – 10PM | Sunday: 10:15AM – 9PM
- Roller Skating Rental Hours: Saturday to Sunday: 10AM – 9PM
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: SM Seaside, South Coastal Rd., Cebu City
- By Commute: Take the SM Shuttle so it’ll be easier for you to get to SM Seaside. You can find the shuttle bus at Fuente Osmena or at selected SM Malls at their own designated times (every 30 minutes).
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “SM Seaside” as your destination.
Baking
Bread, cookies, and trauma healing; baking offers all three! There’s something therapeutic about kneading dough while listening to your “Hugot Spotify Playlist.” And the fact that you get to eat your emotions in the end is already a win-win! As a non-baker who attended a baking workshop (once), I can guarantee you that you’ll enjoy it, albeit stress a bit on designing with icing, even if you’re surrounded by kids with their moms and dads while you’re all alone. It’s worth it!
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
- Solo set cake – starts at Php 1,189.00
- Duo set cake – starts at Php 1,879.00
- Solo set cupcakes – starts at Php 979.00
- Duo set cupcakes – starts at Php 1,549.00
- Solo set cookies – starts at Php 789.00
- Duo set cookies – starts at Php 1,299.00
OTHER INFORMATION
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087733263924
- Operating Hours: Daily at 10AM – 9:30PM
- Duration: 2 1/2 hr baking sessions
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Paseo Arcenas, Banawa
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “Bakespace” as your destination.
Musical Theater
Always felt you were meant for the stage? Well, I did, and so that’s when the decision came to join a local workshop to live out this Broadway-bisaya fantasy! The best thing about having this passion and dream in this generation is the availability of options as the theater scene in Cebu keeps growing. And if you’re shy, then do it anyway! It’s better to be dramatic in a space where it’s actually encouraged, than to do so in the workplace or any other place where drama just won’t mesh well.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
- Fee – Depends on the program, so message them directly on Facebook.
OTHER INFORMATION
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/OctaveMusicCamp
- Schedule: Every Saturday and Sunday at 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM (from May 31 to June 29)
- Duration: 90 Minutes
- Contact Number: 09615354649
- Website: octavemusiccamp.com
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Guang Ming College Cebu, Cebu City, Philippines
- By Commute: Take the 16C jeepney route going to Guadalupe and inform the driver that you’ll be dropping off at the Fo Guang Shan Temple, nearby 12C Bakery or Pyramid Security Agency.
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “Guang Ming College Cebu” as your destination.
Mixology or Coffee Brewing
Perfect your daghang ice pero less sugar coffee, or become the barkada’s designated mixologist this summer by enrolling to a mixology or bartending class. Aside from being able to feel like a genius food chemist, you’ll also get to use what you learned to kickstart a business as some workshops offer assistance to starting a franchise.
COURSES & OTHER INFORMATION
COURSES AVAILABLE
- Barista Basics
- Latte Art
- Espresso Calibration
- Cafe Startup
OTHER INFORMATION
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554096536162
- Email Address: [email protected]
- Schedule: Fridays to Saturdays
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Unit 615, Mabolo Garden Flats, Tres Borces Ext., Cebu City, Philippines
- By Commute: Take the 03L jeepney route and inform the driver that you’re dropping off at the Mabolo Garden Flats. Upon arrival, head to unit 615 for the class.
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “Mabolo Garden Flats” as your destination.
Martial Arts & Stunt Training
Ever wanted to ride on a motorcycle and do a backflip while dodging rocks and stones thrown by an imaginary action star like Bucky Barnes? Then trying out different forms of martial arts such as Muay Thai, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, or Arnis (support local!) is the way to go. There’s even a stunt training program in Cebu where you’ll gain discipline, confidence, and maybe even the ability to karate-chop toxic energy as you go.
WORKSHOPS & OTHER INFORMATION
WORKSHOPS
- Capoeira
- Submission Grappling
- Judo
- Kickboxing
- Taekwondo
- Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
OTHER INFORMATION
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/studiothreetwo
- Operating Hours: 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: 2nd Floor Base Line Center, Juana Osmeña Street, Cebu City, Philippines
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “Base Line Center” as your destination.
Archery
This is a great add-on for your action star dream, being able to shoot an arrow and actually hit the center of a bullseye! Now, you can find several archery places in Cebu which makes it even greater as we may be heading to that year where a zombie deer will appear all of a sudden and BOOM—apocalypse! You get to live your dream as Katniss Everdeen or be more like Hawkeye! The best part, they both have an indoor and outdoor location so you will have no excuse regardless of the weather.
RATES & OTHER INFORMATION
RATES
OTHER INFORMATION
- Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday, 10AM to 9PM for walk-in
- Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/cebuwildbowarchery/
- Contact Number: 0917 162 5233
- Email Address: [email protected]
HOW TO GET THERE?
Exact Location: Second Floor, Cube Wing, SM Seaside City Cebu, Philippines
- By Car: Navigate via Waze or Google Maps and pin “SM Seaside City” as your destination. Make sure to park near the basement entrance for the Cube Wing to make your journey towards Wild Bow Archery more convenient. Then, head to the 2nd floor where you can find the archery area.
Bonus Tips for the Tiguwangs in Training
Di ta magdanghag kay edaran na ta, therefore, don’t forget to bring these along:
- Water. Lots of it. Hydration is no joke.
- Stretch first. Ayaw kompyansa. Your body isn’t 16 anymore.
- Don’t be shy. Everyone’s too busy worrying about themselves.
- Document it. Who says your summer can’t go viral?
Tiguwang na ka? So what? That just means you now have the budget, the time, and the zero-care attitude to try all the things you were once too shy (or too broke) to do. Whether you’re doing a pirrouette, belting a tune, brewing coffee, or skating—just go for it. After all, learning never gets old.
