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When you just don’t feel like practicing….

When you just don’t feel like practicing….

Nov 2, 2023

We all know that dancing flamenco takes consistency, dedication and lots and lots of practice if you truly want to reach a higher level of expertise.  Before I had kids I had time to go...

In Honor of Our Flamenco Ancestors

In Honor of Our Flamenco Ancestors

Oct 26, 2023

El Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) is a Latin American tradition, although Mexico celebrates it a bit more “spectacularly”. During this time (November 1 & 2), family and friends gather to pray...

The Dancer’s Guide to the Structure of Flamenco

The Dancer’s Guide to the Structure of Flamenco

Oct 11, 2023

When the general public watches Flamenco, they see a dancer just stomping away on stage with an impassioned look on her face. Little do they know that there is a structure to the dance, a...

Is Flamenco Really Flamenco Without Live Music?

Is Flamenco Really Flamenco Without Live Music?

May 24, 2023

If a flamenco dancer performs with recorded music, is she really dancing flamenco?  Do you think this is a question like a tree falling in the forest making a sound? Could be. From my training,...

Flamenco Dance Basics | Braceo (Arms Placement)

Flamenco Dance Basics | Braceo (Arms Placement)

Dec 20, 2022

In this video, you will learn the basics of braceo (arms placement). New beginners will learn positioning while experienced dancers can use this as a warm up. ¡Ole! 💃🏻 💃🏻 THE ONLINE FLAMENCO STUDIO ACADEMY:...

Flamenco Dance Basics | Palmas

Flamenco Dance Basics | Palmas

Dec 16, 2022

In this video, you will learn the syncopated palmas (hand clapping) for flamenco. ¡Ole! 💃🏻 💃🏻 THE ONLINE FLAMENCO STUDIO ACADEMY: Hands down this it the BEST online flamenco dance education out there- a true...

Flamenco Dance Basics | Learning the Fundamentals for New Beginners

Flamenco Dance Basics | Learning the Fundamentals for New Beginners

Dec 14, 2022

Learning the absolute fundamentals of flamenco in 15 minutes. You will learn about rhythm (compás), clapping (palmas), arm placement (braceo) and hand movements (manos). ¡Ole! 💃🏻 💃🏻 THE ONLINE FLAMENCO STUDIO ACADEMY: Hands down this...

Flamenco Dance Basics | Compás (12-Count)

Flamenco Dance Basics | Compás (12-Count)

Dec 12, 2022

Learn the basics of counting, accents, hand clapping (palmas) and two fundamental marking steps in the compás (12-count flamenco rhythm). ¡Ole! 💃🏻 💃🏻 THE ONLINE FLAMENCO STUDIO ACADEMY: Hands down this it the BEST online...

Gracias a Flamenco

Gracias a Flamenco

Nov 19, 2022

Just like the great Mercedes Sosa sings, “Gracias a la vida, que me ha dado tanto,” (Thank you, life, for giving me so much,) I have many things to be thankful for: my husband, my kids,...

All about Alegrías, the happy palo of flamenco

All about Alegrías, the happy palo of flamenco

Oct 6, 2022

Alegrías is such a fun rhythm. It’s a mid to fast tempo with a 12 count compás. The aire is happy and light and danced by both men and women. Many times it’s danced with...

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