Root and bloom, institute - classroom rentals, water way

Water Way

Water Way features natural light filtered in through historic glass blocks, beautiful polished concrete floors, and adjustable overhead lighting for various activities and moods. The room includes a sink and counterspace, optional tables and chairs, blue-tooth speaker and flexible floor seating options. This room is perfect for art therapy groups, small weekly or monthly group gatherings, and can be rented by the hour. Instructors have access to a shared Teacher’s Lounge. For our opening year, full day rentals start at $490/day, with discounts available for non-profits, BIPOC-led organizations, and early bookings.

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More details about our room

Square Feet:

590

Where to stay:

Nearby lodging options

Audio Visual:

bluetooth speaker

Additional features:

kitchen sink and countertop

Ideal for:

art therapy groups, group circles for up to 20 people

Venue Specifications:

Walking distance to
restaurants and cafes

Nature trail and waterfront picnic benches a few blocks away

Bicycle friendly location

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Getting Here & Where to Stay

830 Bancroft Way
Berkeley, CA 94710

Our Address

Group participants at our 6th Street entrance, in the heart of West Berkeley.

Public Transit

Bus lines and Capital Corridor Train are within just a few blocks.  Nearest BART station is North Berkeley, a short bike-ride or ride service away.  Plan your public transit route here.

Bike

Neighborhood ‘bike boulevards’ are nearby, as are rentable bike shares (Bay Wheels), and bicyclists will find plenty of on-site bike parking.

Driving & Parking

Just six blocks off I-80, we’re easily accessibly from the highway. Street parking is available on 4th and 5th streets, between Addison and Dwight Way. No parking is allowed in in the residential corridors on 7th street.  Ride-sharing is encourged.

Restaurants & Nature

You’ll find a rich variety of cafés, casual eateries, and restaurants within walking distance. And just four blocks from the site lie walking trails along the bay, inviting you to slow down, ground, and breathe in nature.

Where to Stay

For our out-of-town guests, there are several small bed-and-breakfast options and boutique guesthouses in and around West Berkeley. Also nearby is the historic Hotel Durant or Berkeley City Club.

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