Open Level Flamenco
This is an ongoing Open Level flamenco class designed for mixed levels, from beginners to intermediate dancers. Whether you are just starting your flamenco journey or building on existing foundations, the material will be adapted so everyone can participate, grow, and feel supported. Students are welcome to join any time, all the material is layered progressively so new participants can integrate smoothly. The class is organized in three parts as follows.

Class Structure (75 minutes)
Technique Foundations (30 minutes)
We rotate focus weekly between arms, body, and footwork. Exercises are progressively developed so you have time to properly learn, refine, and strengthen your technique. Variations are always offered to support different levels.

Choreography (30 minutes)
We apply technique to a specific flamenco palo (dance form). Each week we build a portion of choreography. The class works as a standalone drop-in, but students who attend consistently will gradually build and retain a full dance.

Palmas & Creative Expression (15 min)
We explore the language of flamenco through palmas, interaction, improvisation, and personal expression. This section develops musicality and teaches you how to communicate — with each other and with live musicians — through dance.

Arrival & Schedule
We meet at SpanicArts at 6:00 pm and head into the studio together (I’ll be there to let everyone in, the class is held in a locked part of the building that requires a key to access it). Class begins at 6:15 pm and runs for 75 minutes. We start at 6:15 to allow time for parking and settling in — street parking in the area is free after 6:00 pm, so this gives everyone a chance to arrive comfortably.

Please plan to arrive at 6:00 so we can enter together and begin dancing on time.

Experience required: Designed for dancers who are ready for more challenging classes and have been dancing for a few years.
Class length: 1.5 hour
Technique component: Strong focus on advanced techniques to refine and perfect skills.
Accompaniment: Live guitar and singing accompaniment is provided as needed, allowing for flexibility in advanced training.
Choreographies: Different choreographies are taught on a rotating basis to continuously challenge and inspire advanced dancers.

Palmas, or hand clapping, is a fundamental skill in flamenco that everyone — dancers, singers, guitarists, and enthusiasts alike — need to master. This essential technique is the heartbeat of flamenco and supports all other elements, without it, the performance cannot achieve its true essence. Whether you’re a dancer, singer, guitarist, or simply interested in exploring the rhythms of flamenco, this class is for you.

Flamenco Musicality and Rhythm – Approach Flamenco as a Language:
In this class, you’ll enhance your musicality and rhythm, skills that are applicable across various flamenco styles. Learn the foundational elements of basic compás accompaniment and explore the different palos to gain a deeper understanding of their unique rhythms and structures. We will practice percussion exercises that will sharpen your timing and coordination, helping you become a more versatile flamenco dancer or musician.

Additionally, we will cover the effective use of the metronome to improve your precision and timing, and provide techniques for productive home practice. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced student, this class is designed to meet you at your level and help you grow. Join us to deepen your connection to flamenco and elevate your rhythmic skills. Suitable for all levels.

Located in Calgary, Canada, I provide a comprehensive range of flamenco dance offerings, including regular classes, specialized workshops, and personalized one-on-one training. With over a decade of experience instructing flamenco, my teaching approach adopts an integrated perspective on flamenco as a language, delving into its core elements of dance, singing, guitar, and palmas.

Each class prioritizes a robust technique component within a supportive and growth-oriented atmosphere. My aim is to deliver a well-rounded flamenco education with a focus on the musical dimensions of the dance form. Additionally, I host regular workshops covering bulerias por fiesta, palmas, compas, and rhythm, suitable for enthusiasts, dancers, musicians, and vocalists alike.

As students progress in their flamenco journey, they have the opportunity to participate in my cuadro during tablao performances, enriching their experience and honing their skills in a live setting.