Spring Entry Level Flamenco Dance Course (6 weeks)

Course Details:

• When: Wednesdays, 7.30-8.30pm
• Duration: 7 weeks
• Happy Soul Dance Studios, 3089 Oxford Street, Halifax
• Teacher: Maria Osende
  

This weekly Beginner Course is designed for individuals with:

• No Previous Flamenco Dance Experience: Whether you're taking your first steps into the world of flamenco or have never attended a dance class before, this course is crafted to introduce you to the art form with a beginner-friendly approach.
• Under 6 Months of Flamenco Dance Class Training: If you've recently started your flamenco dance journey and have been exploring the basics for less than a year, this level is structured to build on your foundation and enhance your skills.
• Higher Level Students Wanting to Review Basics and Add More Practice: For those at higher levels seeking to solidify their fundamentals, this course offers an opportunity to revisit and reinforce the basics while incorporating additional practice into your weekly class schedule.
• Students Reconnecting After a Break: If you've taken a break from flamenco dance and are eager to rekindle your passion, this level provides a welcoming space to reintegrate and rediscover the joy of flamenco.

Course Content:

Throughout the course, you will learn, review and practise the essential elements of flamenco, including:

• Arm and Hand Position, Movement, and Drills: Explore the expressive gestures and movements that define flamenco, refining your arm and hand techniques through targeted drills.
• Basic Footwork Steps and Drills: Master the foundational footwork steps, gradually building your agility and precision through structured drills.
• Basic Flamenco Steps "Marcajes": Learn the distinctive marking steps that are fundamental to the flamenco dance vocabulary.
• Clapping and Flamenco "Compas" (Rhythm): Immerse yourself in the rhythmic intricacies of flamenco by mastering the art of clapping and understanding the essential "compas."
• Choreography to Integrate and Practice All the Above: Bring together your newly acquired skills through choreographed sequences that integrate arm movements, footwork, turns, clapping, and rhythm.

Flamenco Shoes Recommended but Not Required for Beginners:

While flamenco shoes are recommended, especially for those progressing in their journey, beginners are not required to have them initially. Focus on your comfort and gradual immersion into the art form before considering specialized footwear. As you advance, flamenco shoes may become a valuable addition to enhance your dance experience.

Explore our latest " Special Offers and Discounts" 

• Multiple Course Discounts: between 20-30% off your second course
• Dance Duo: Join with a friend, family member or partner for a 20% discount.
• Student Discount: Full-time students with valid IDs get 20% off.

FAQ

Attire:

Wear comfortable clothing for movement. For footwear, grab your closest match to flamenco shoes or boots. Women, sturdy low heels or flats work; men, dress shoes or low-heeled boots.

About Flamenco Dance:

Dive into the soul of Spain with Flamenco – a dance of coiling wrists, swirling skirts, and percussive footwork. Experience the enchanting melodies and rhythms that make flamenco a globally admired art form.

Read more about our levels here: Flamenco Class Level Description