Flamenco and Sevillanas Beginners and Improvers - 9th January 2027

About this course

The class develops foundational flamenco technique through guided exercises, repeated movement patterns and rhythmic practice. Participants work on arm movements, footwork, turns, stamping, clapping and basic castanet technique, accompanied by a guitarist. Teaching includes demonstration, repetition, tutor feedback and discussion with fellow learners. The group responds to core flamenco and Spanish dance rhythms and learns a short flamenco dance, including one verse of Sevillanas, for performance towards the end of the course. Session videos and digital resources are available to support practice between classes.

What you'll learn

• Demonstrate basic flamenco arm movements, footwork and turns
• Recognise core flamenco rhythms
• Reproduce flamenco rhythms through clapping and stamping
• Develop coordination, strength, flexibility and stamina through dance practice
• Perform a short flamenco dance and one verse of Sevillanas
• Demonstrate basic castanet technique

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for beginners and learners with up to two years of previous flamenco dance experience. It involves practical physical activity, including continuous dance exercises, and participants are expected to take part to the best of their ability. The tutor can adapt exercises for particular physical or learning needs.

• Suitable for learners with up to two years of flamenco dance experience
• Requires active participation in practical dance exercises
• Tutor adjustments can be requested for particular physical or learning needs
• Home practice is included using recap resources provided after sessions

Before you go

• Bring shoes with a small heel, preferably Cuban heels, securely attached to the feet. Flamenco shoes or flamenco boots are suitable.
• Wear a long, flared skirt or movement-friendly trousers and a fitted top.
• Bring a notebook and a bottle of water.
• Session videos are provided for practice at home.