Flamenco: rhythm, flow and complexity (improvers)

About this course

The course extends core flamenco technique through more complex step patterns, changing tempos and group formations. Learners work on footwork quality, posture, turns, skirt technique, arm movements and transitions, while developing awareness of rhythm and space. Sessions use clear structures and supported sequences, with live guitar providing a setting for exploring musical phrasing. Participants practise coordinating upper- and lower-body movements, then apply these elements in continuous sequences and a completed improver-level dance.

What you'll learn

• Perform footwork sequences with changes in speed while maintaining sound quality and posture.
• Coordinate arms, footwork and continuous movement for sustained sequences.
• Use arm, turn and skirt techniques within flowing movement.
• Match the beginnings, repetitions and endings of sequences to the musical phrasing.
• Perform a completed three- to four-minute flamenco dance at improver level.

Is this course right for you?

Designed for improvers, this course develops beyond foundational flamenco technique while welcoming learners new to the improver level through structured sequences. Participation involves coordinated movement, musical timing, use of space and group formations.

• Builds on core technique rather than introducing flamenco from the beginning.
• Includes group formations and movement work with live guitar.
• Involves sustained coordination of arms, footwork, posture and balance.