Basic Class Level Descriptions for Teens & Adults

This description is just a metric. The number of years of training does not accurately describe a student's actual skill level.

Intro to Flamenco (Tuesday 6pm class)

This class is for Absolute beginner. No prior flamenco or dance experience.  Great class for Teens/Adults who wish to enjoy the physical and aesthetic benefits of dance in a more recreational atmosphere. Also a great level for those returning after a long absence from flamenco dance.

What you learn:  Basic footwork and arms, understanding flamenco rhythms.

Beginner I - 1st ~ 2nd Year or who stopped dancing for a while (Saturday 10:30am class)

For those who have already taken either the Intro to Flamenco class or similar for a year or more, this class is the next step up. This is also a great class for those returning after an absence from flamenco dance.

What you learn:   This class focuses on mastering the basic arms, rhythms and basic footwork techniques through exercises and short choreographies.  Also a great level for those returning after a long absence from flamenco dance.

Beginner II - 2~4 years of continuous training (Wednesday 6pm class)

You will continue developing skills, learning terminology and steps.  

What you learn:  You will be introduced into various “palos”.

Intermediate I

For students with at least 4~6 years of continuous training (at least twice/week) but still need a breakdown.  

What you learn:  You will be introduced to various palos and props - castanets/fan/manton.

Intermediate II

For students with at least 6~8 years of continuous training (at least twice/week) with strong flamenco techniques and understanding all major palos and all props. Ones who are getting use to a fast pace class.

Advance I

For students who have developed a strong solid flamenco technique and can manage a fast challenging class and are looking for solo performance. This class focuses on faster and more intricate footwork. The dancer at this level will develop speed, clarity, dynamics, and the ability to execute to complex rhythmic combinations.  For those who can dance solo.

Advance II (semi professional)

For semi-professional dancers/dancers who are looking for performance opportunities and can create your own solo.