FAQs
What services do you offer?
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We offer flamenco dance classes in Calgary. We can be booked for entertainment for events in Calgary and surrounding areas. We write about flamenco so newcomers/amateurs feel celebrated!
Flamenco sounds like an interesting new thing to do in Calgary. How do I get started?
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Follow our registration prompts on our Classes page to register for classes.
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Who are your classes designed for?
Our classes are designed for adult dancers of all ages (16+). Having a dance or musical background is not necessary. Our classes are a nice re-entry into the artistic movement world for students who may have studied dance/figure skating or other artistic movements in the past. Our classes our multi-level, making them suitable for newcomers, intermediate and advanced dancers.
Where can we find out more about you, flamenco and your approach?
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We write a bi-weekly Substack publication called “Your FLAMENCO is Showing” aimed to make newcomers and amateurs in the art feel welcome and celebrated in the world of flamenco. Clicking the “Substack Publication” page will redirect you to our publication. Review the archive to learn about us, flamenco and our approach. Be sure to subscribe to keep up-to-date. We also write about our teaching approach on our Classes page.
Is this appropriate for beginners?
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Yes.
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Can I attend alone? Do I need a partner?
Flamenco is not a partner dance. You can attend alone.
What should I wear?
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Clothes you can easily move in are recommended. Gym/yoga style clothing is an option. It is common for flamenco dancers to wear full circle skirts above gym leggings in class (this is not a requirement).
Do I need flamenco shoes?
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Flamenco shoes are not required for those first starting classes. Sock feet are acceptable for class. As well, indoor sturdy heeled shoes with a closed toe and no grip can work. NOTE THAT OUTDOOR SHOES ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE STUDIO. Your goals will determine when/if investment in flamenco shoes are necessary (can be discussed with instructor).
When and where are classes? How much does it cost?
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Class times, locations and prices are listed on our classes page. We offer free trial classes!
What happens in the first class?
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We aim to make your first class a comfortable and fun experience. You will meet your classmates. We will review the goals of that class, warm up, conduct the body of the class and cool down. In addition to conventional dancing, we will engage in rhythm and ear training exercises, we will study (watch and listen) flamenco recordings and we will also sing from time to time. Bring a notebook!
What body types are good at flamenco?
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All body types are good at flamenco. All ages and all sizes.
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I am not comfortable showing skin, will I feel comfortable in a flamenco class?
Flamenco can be confused with other dance styles that do show skin. Flamenco costume is generally modest and “showing skin” is not typical.