Flamenco: foundations of footwork, posture and flamenco style (beginners)

About this course

The course introduces core flamenco technique through guided practice of posture, footwork, arm and hand movements, turns and coordination. Learners work with a live guitarist to recognise flamenco rhythms and musical cues, linking movement to accompaniment at different speeds. Sessions also cover basic terminology, flamenco’s cultural roots and its global influences. Practical work builds towards performing a short beginner-level sequence with music, combining footwork and arm movements while maintaining clear sound and timing.

What you'll learn

• Perform at least five basic flamenco footwork techniques with appropriate posture
• Use an arm pathway and a turn within basic flamenco movement
• Identify and name a core flamenco rhythm, or compás
• Start and repeat a simple step sequence in time with live guitar
• Coordinate arms and footwork in a short sequence at two different speeds
• Perform a short beginner-level flamenco sequence with music

Is this course right for you?

The course is intended for adults who are new to flamenco or returning to its fundamentals. It is labelled Beginner (A1) and is taught step by step, with learners practising individual techniques before combining them in short sequences.

• No previous flamenco experience is needed
• Suitable for learners revisiting fundamental techniques
• Includes movement practice with live musical accompaniment