The following activity groups meet on a regular basis (except in summer when the Club may be closed in areas for maintenance or event setup). Extended group descriptions are on each group’s respective web page.
BoogieTanz Kabaratt
The BoogieTanz Kabaratt is mainly an adult dance group that focuses on the joy of learning and practicing of traditional German Folk Dancing as well as other formats of dance including Polka, Waltz, Ballroom, German line dances, and Karneval/cabaret-style dancing. Practices take place twice per week; Sunday practices are at 10 a.m. and are for dancers of any age and skill level while Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m., the dancers must be 21 and up and are focused on choreography for Karneval. Membership is $10/year in addition to Club membership. For more information, email boogietanzkabarett@gmail.com.
Damenkreis (Ladies Circle)
This group meets the first Wednesday of the month at noon, unless otherwise announced and is primarily a social gathering of up to 40 ladies who have a lot of fun sharing stories, recipes, pictures, and keeping traditions going at the Club. Meetings are held mostly in German, but also in English, and all guests are welcome. Sometimes bus trips are offered for members and friends. For more information, contact Chair Dagmar Purves at 619-540-1095 or info@germanclubsandiego.org.
Germania Blaskapelle
The Germania Blaskapelle performs music that would typically be heard at Oktoberfest or at a German village band concert. As the newest subgroup of the German American Societies in San Diego, the band is recruiting musicians and individuals wishing to serve on the band’s leadership team. Rehearsals take place most Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. at the Club. Musicians must be able to read music and have their own instruments. For more information, email GermaniaBlaskapelleSD@gmail.com.
German Language Study Groups for GAS Members
For information on the latest introductory and intermediate offerings for members, email info@germanclubsandiego.org.
German Theater Group
Wir machen Theater! [We’re creating theater!] This is a group of dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers whose mission is to bring quality German Theater to San Diego and neighboring areas. Founded in October 2016 by Astrid Ronke, the group has quickly attracted talented and creative folks who couldn’t wait to put their first play into production. For more information, contact Director Astrid Ronke at info@germantheatergroupsandiego.org.
Karneval Group (German Mardi Gras)
At our Club, we celebrate the Rheinische Karneval in the German tradition – called “Carnival” in Rio, and “Mardi Gras” in the United States… but all you need to know is that we celebrate a love for life and a willingness to let loose, have fun and frolic in full costume! Karneval season – also known as Fifth Season – runs from Nov. 11 through Ash Wednesday. The group supporting this months-long collection of events meets the third Thursday of every month at 7:30 p.m. during off-season, and weekly in season (unless otherwise determined by the elected Karneval Committee). Click on the Event Info page and Group tab to learn more.
KinderTanzGruppe
This group of boys and girls ages 5 and older meets weekly. The focus is on passing down German heritage through traditional folk dancing, interpretive dance and participation in the Club’s Karneval activities. They perform throughout the year, at our own Clubhouse as well as out in the community. Karneval performances takes them as far away as Las Vegas (with their parents, of course)! For more information, contact gaskindertanzgruppe@gmail.com.
Schützenverein
The Schützenverein participates in 10-meter, Olympic style, competitive shooting with 0.177 caliber air rifles. The group travels to other Schützenverein clubs such as Las Vegas and Anaheim to compete in a fun-filled 3-day tournament called Schützenfest, and they host an open range night every Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for guests to come out, try their hand at shooting, enjoy the bar, and eat an inexpensive dinner. Follow the web page for details: St. Hubertus Schützenverein – German American Societies San Diego (germanclubsandiego.org).
Skat Players
Skat is a 3-player trick-taking card game devised around 1810 in Altenburg in the Duchy of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg. It is the national game of Germany and, along with Doppelkopf, it is the most popular card game in both Germany and Silesia.The Skat Players meet the first and 3rd Thursday of the month at 4 p.m. (with the exception of July) in the Club’s main hall. On select Friday nights, free lessons are taught on how to play Skat – check out home page or follow us on Facebook to get the latest details on that, or if you are interested in joining the group, contact Eddie Scheuermann 858-279-0729 for more information.
ZZFC
ZZFC was founded by a small group of dads connected by their families, a love of soccer – or in German: Fussball – and a connection to Germany. They adhere to one simple belief: That the sport has the power to build a stronger community – and that community has the ability to create better Fussball. ZZFC started small with big ambitions to bring together fans from around San Diego to play on the new turf field, watch the game, and foster passionate soccer debates over tasty food and beverages. For more information, contact Peter Sawicki at pjsawicki@gmail.com.