Love Letter to Flamenco
On this Valentine’s Day, I write my own love letter to my sweet love, FLAMENCO. For all the highs and lows of our relationship, I think we’re on pretty good terms right now. “But, Rina,...
The Structure of Flamenco
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...
Quiz: How Flamenco Are YOU?
Do you wonder whether it’s more important to pay the utility bill or buy flamenco shoes? Have you ever wanted to cry while listening to a Siguirilla? Have you ever danced a buleria while brushing your...
How to Reach the Next Level in Flamenco
I recently held a student show last month at Tapas Restaurant in Newport Beach, CA. It was great because it was a lower stress event for me since I didn’t have to worry about all...
All I Really Need to Know in Life I Learned in Flamenco Class
Have you ever seen that book, “All I really need to know I learned in kindergarten?” Well, here’s the flamenco version of it! 1.You gotta put in the work. In flamenco, if you want...
Finding Your Voice as a Dancer
I get asked by my students sometimes, especially after they’ve been taking classes with me for awhile, what they can do to get to the next level. But it’s a trick question because they know...
Flamenco Covers ALL New Year’s Resolutions
My students at the last show, Flamenco Salon 2012. Women getting strong, building relationships, kicking butt. I love making New Year’s resolutions. They usually are the same thing, though: workout more, build community, keep my...
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