YISRAEL’S NEW GENERATION MOKOJUMBIES INTERNATIONAL
CLASSES
Learn the art and history of the Caribbean MokoJumbies in St. John & St. Thomas, U.S.V.I.
Classes are held every Thursday at National Park from 3:30pm to 5:00pm in St. John and every Sunday at Lockhart Elementary School from 10am to 2pm in St. Thomas. Please note that for St. Thomas classes (10am to 12pm period is for beginners and 12pm to 2pm are for seasoned stilt dancers).
Classes are Free!
There is a one-time $40 membership fee
All ages are welcomed!
If you like to learn more call 340-514-0680.
CARNIVALS & EVENTS
We participate in annual carnivals across our Virgin Islands including, St. Thomas, St. Croix and St. John.
Whenever you see carnival on island, we will be there! Join us by cheering our students on as they demonstrate this beautiful artform. Their hard work and dedication are unparallel and we are so proud. Big thanks to our parents for their support!
We also perform at events for businesses or special occasions for a donation fee to cover our transportation and other items.
Our Mission
Our mission is to uphold and carry the torch of the Moko Jumbie tradition to all generations that will follow and promote such a culture abroad to many nations as Cultural Ambassadors of the Virgin Islands. We are dedicated to teaching children and adults and building an all-inclusive community. Yisrael’s New Generation Moko Jumbies is a 501c3 non-profit organization started by the parents of Yisrael’s students. Together we can provide an enriching experience for our local community. We cannot do this alone your support is needed. We do accept donations so that we may provide free classes and create amazing costumes and stilts.
If you like to donate, please a write check to Yisrael’s New Generation MokoJumbies, Inc. Mail to Yisrael’s New Generation MokoJumbies, Inc. Attn: “Yisrael” Allan Petersen at 7308 Estate Bovoni, St. Thomas, USVI 00802.
Remember, to send us your correct contact information so we are able to mail you a donation tax exempt receipt for your donation to our organization.