Intro to Flamenco- A Spanish Dance Program (Age 7-12)
In this one time class, students will learn how to move and dance Flamenco ending with a short Tango choreography
Isabel
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(16)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Studies show that music, art, theater and dance are crucial to the development of our children’s critical thinking and communication skills. Through flamenco, children will acquire the tools for exploring self-expression, while simultaneously opening the door to Spanish culture and language. Through their voices, hand clapping and through the movement of their arms and feet, children are encouraged to interpret the poetry that is sung, and the mood created by flamenco music. Classes are designed to cover and practice all basic aspects for students without prior dance experience. Classes will focus on safe and strong footwork, upper body coordination, proper posture, and compás with palmas (rythmic clapping). As we develop muscle strength and basic dance skills we will also develop an understanding of the rich musical language that is flamenco and its tradition!
Learning Goals
Students learn the basics of flamenco dance (baile)
-hand movements (manos)
-arm movements (bracéo)
-footwork (zapatéo)
-hand clapping (palmas)
-marking steps (marcaje)
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Learners should have an open workout space, wear a leotard or fitted top, proper footwear and a water bottle. If your child has long hair, it should be pulled back into a ponytail or bun. Students are responsible for listening to their bodies and should discontinue a movement if it feels uncomfortable to prevent injuries.
Supply List
If available, a hard wood surface would help in the production of sound. Character shoes or shoes with a small heel would also help with sound production. Girls should wear a leotard or form fitting top, have a long skirt that is light and can move freely. Boys should have a form fitted t-shirt and exercise pants for easy movement.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have performed throughout the New England area with El Arte Flamenco, Faustino Rios Spanish Dance Company at the Columbia Restaurant, Ramon delos Reyes Spanish Dance Theatre, Omayra Amaya-Flamenco Sin Limites, The Revels of Cambridge, MA and the Ballet Espanol de Clara Ramona to name a few. I have appeared on broadcast shows such as Revista Hispana WHDH TV, Boston, MA; Gypsy Heart with Omayra Amaya; El Show de Fernandito and in theatre for Blood Wedding by Double Edge Theatre, Boston, MA. My teaching experience is with the Gilford Public Library, Gilford, NH; Flamenco Summer Session 2018 at the Studio at Meredith Bay; Sevillanas Concurso de Rosa, Gilford, NH; Faustino Rios Spanish Dance Academy, Maynard, MA; Concord Academy, Concord, MA; The Middlesex School, Concord, MA.
My training in classical dance and Flamenco began at the age of five. I have been fortunate to study Flamenco with Farruquito (Montoya), Ramon de los Reyes, Clara Ramona, Omayra Amaya, Rogelio Rodriguez, Maria Magdalena (Madrid), Nino de los Reyes, Isaac de los Reyes, Luisa Triana, Jesus Carmona and Lucia Campillo.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-9
2-5 learners per class
