Introduction to Flamenco - Level I

For those who have never taken a flamenco class before, need a refresher, or have little to no dance experience, Introduction to Flamenco is the class for you. This class is an introduction to flamenco's basic elements by developing a solid foundation in its various techniques: floreo (hand movements), braceo (arm movements), zapateado (footwork), marcajes (marking steps), compas y palmas (rhythms and hand-clapping), giros (turns) and proper placement of the body. We also start to work the castanets technique. In this class we will learn the First and Second SEVILLANAS!

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Beginner – Level II

The Beginner II is a continuation of the level I, but at a faster pace and with further elaboration. We review the basic elements by further developing your foundation in the various techniques: floreo (hand movements), braceo (arm movements), zapateado (footwork), marcajes (marking steps), compás y palmas (rhythms and hand-clapping), giros (turns) and proper placement of the body. We continuous with castanets technique. In this class we will learn the third and fourth SEVILLANAS.

 

Intermediate – Level I, II & III

The Intermediate is an improvement of what was worked on at the beginners' level. We start an introduction to more elaborate rhythms (12 compás) with a predominance of festive rhythms, with little or no interpretative load such as Joy. Initiation to dance structures.  In this level, in addition of the castanets is worked other accessories typical of Flamenco dance as fan (Abanico), Shawl (Mantón) and so on.

 

Intermediate I: Auf diesem Level erlernen wir Fandangos und Sevillanas mit Fächer (Abanico).

Intermediate II: Auf diesem Level arbeiten wir an Alegrías und Tangos, sowie an Sevillanas mit Kastagnetten.

Intermediate III: In diesem Kurs beschäftigen wir uns mit komplexen Rhythmen, zum Beispiel mit Soleá und Caña mit Schultertüchern (Mantón).

 

Advanced

In this level we focus on more sophisticated exercises, combining technique, rhythm and interpretation. More complex dance structures and the meaning  of the dance within the flamenco culture.

As in this stage the student already has a good command of the technique, it is possible to start the improvisational work by means of exercises that facilitate fluency and free expression in the interpretation of the dance.

 

Bata de Cola

The Bata de Cola technique is taught in a simple and easy way to understand. To optimize your skills in using the Bata de Cola, we ll focus on the body awareness during the classes. In the first year CARACOLES is the choreography learned. The following years, some accessories are added. For example, a choreography Caña with Bata de Cola and Mantón or the choreography Guajiras with Bata de Cola and Fan (Abanico).

 

Dance for childrens

In a cosy and fun environment, the children are trained to develop their body movements and musical perception through flamenco art.

The focus is on developing concentration, creativity and social skills in addition to preparing a small choreography to be showed at the end of each year.

 

Flamenco for seniors

These specialized classes for seniors are tailored to those with little to no experience with flamenco dance. Experienced dancers in other genres are welcome to join. Students will be exposed to flamenco’s basic dance concepts, learn choreography, be involved in the creative process and have fun!

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