Classes

Flamenco Dance Classes

Anda Flamenco is dedicated to teaching not only flamenco dance, but the entire art of flamenco. With the intent of training professional dancers (or at least well-educated fans who can enjoy dancing a bulerías at a juerga), Anda Flamenco also explores the structure, the compás (rhythm), the cante (song), the palmas (hand clapping), and the sentimiento (feeling) for any choreography we teach.

Learning proper technique is important both for ease of performance and beauty of line. At the same time, creativity and individual style are also encouraged and expertly guided. All classes are taught with guitar accompaniment and special occasions allow for a singer and/or guest artist teachers.

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Winter 3 Schedule
What to Wear

Winter Session 3, 2012: February 13 - March 31

PREPAID CLASS CARDS ARE ADVISED FOR INTERMEDIATE & BEGINNING 2

PREPAID SESSIONS ARE ADVISED FOR INTRO, BEGINNING 1, CHILDREN'S TECHNIQUE, AND CHILDREN'S CHOREOGRAPHY

UNUSED PREPAID SESSIONS AND CARDS MUST BE MADE UP WITHIN THE SESSION

Monday and Tuesday Winter 3 Session: February 13 - March 27

Time

Level/Curriculum

Cost

Mondays, 5:00-6:00 pm

MEN'S CLASS Technique and Choreography

$126.00 prepaid session

$20.00 drop-in

Mondays, 6:00-7:00 pm

BEGINNING 1 Technique

The exercises in this class change weekly so it's ideal for drop-ins while increasing your both your stamina and flamenco vocabulary. Some flamenco vocabulary is helpful.

$60 prepaid session/ $50.00 prepaid with Farruca

$12.50 drop-in/ $10 drop-in w/Farruca

Mondays, SEVILLANAS 7:00-8:00 pm, April 8 - May 14

ALL LEVELS Sevillanas

This class is taught for all levels - from learning at the intro stage to polishing at the professional stage.

Sevillanas $60 prepaid/ / $12.50 drop-in/ $50 prepaid with Beginning Technique/ $100 prepaid couple/ $23 drop-in couple

NEW CLASSTuesdays, 6:00-7:00pm

INTRO: Basic Technique

We start with the basics - armwork, footwork, markings and turns, as well as understanding the music -in order to build a sound vocabulary for moving on to choreographies.

$126 prepaid session

$20.00 drop-in

Wednesday Winter 3 Session: February 15 - March 28

Time	Level/Curriculum	Cost
10:00-11:00 am	INTRO Technique Class held @ Kristina's home studio (No guitar) *Email RSVP weekly	$20.00 (drop-in only)
6:00-7:00 pm	INTERMEDIATE Technique and Repertory	1 class on card
7:00-8:00 pm	COMPANY AND ZAPATISTA REHEARSAL	Time away from your other life

Saturday Winter 3 Session: February 18 - March 31

Time	Level/Curriculum	Cost
10:00-11:00 am	BEGINNING 1 & 2 Technique, Choreography, and Repertory	$126 prepay session $20.00 drop-in
11:00-12:00 pm	BEGINNING 2 & INTERMEDIATE 1 Technique and Repertory	1 class on card $20 drop-in
12:00-1:00 pm	INTERMEDIATE 2 Technique and Repertory	1 class on card $20 drop-in
1:00-1:45 pm No classes until February 18	CHILDREN 1: Technique (No guitar)	$60.00 prepay session/ $45.00 Two sibling prepay/ $12.50 drop-in/ $18.50 Two sibling drop-in
1:45-2:30 pm	CHILDREN 2: Choreography (No guitar)	$60.00 prepay session/ $45.00 Two Sibling prepay NO DROP-IN PRICING

What Class Level Is Best For You?

CHILDREN 1 classes are for ages 5 - 9 and are all about having fun with dance while learning to concentrate, take instruction and work as an ensemble.

CHILDREN 2 classes are for ages 8 -12 and are for children with previous dance class experience who want to explore flamenco technique and choreography within a disciplined Spanish-style class. Consistent attendance is encouraged but not required. Nonetheless, this class session must be paid in full, with no drop-in pricing available.

INTRO classes are for people who have had NO flamenco training. We teach basic flamenco rhythms along with basic footwork patterns, arm work, and flamenco markings and turns. You can expect to spend at least a year in Intro learning the complex flamenco vocabulary.

BEGINNING 1 classes are for students who have ideally taken at least 1 year of Intro classes, but if the time frame fits your schedule and you aren't a perfectionist, you are welcome to join at any level of experience.

BEGINNING 2 classes are for students with 1 - 3 years of flamenco experience. At this level, students should be very comfortable with basic footwork and marking, and have a rudimentary understanding of the different palos.

INTERMEDIATE 1 classes are for Beginning students who want to challenge themselves and be the kid sisters of the Intermediate 2 class. The choreographies taught in these classes are difficult.

INTERMEDIATE 2 classes are for our most advanced students, most of whom perform professionally. A thorough knowledge of flamenco on all levels - music, dance, singing, palmas - is taught and expected to be understood.

Private Instruction

Kristina de Sacramento also teaches private classes. Please contact her by email for additional information.

What to Wear

For your first class, wear form-fitting clothes (skirt optional) and shoes with 1-2" sturdy heels. Make sure the shoes will stay on with activity—no sling-backs, for example, and straps are recommended. You should use shoes that are reserved for dance, not street shoes. Character shoes, if you have them, work for the first few classes. After that, you will have a better idea of what you want and need for classes. Many beginners find used flamenco shoes for sale from more experienced dancers either in classes or online.

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