Timetable
TERM 4 2008
Term 4 commences on Monday 13 October and concludes on Saturday 6 December 2008.
MONDAY
6-7pm Elementary (Level 3)
7-8pm Beginners (Level 1)
WEDNESDAY
6-7:30pm Intermediate (Level 4)
7:30-8:30pm Beginners (Level 1)
THURSDAY
(child minding service available for children under 5 years during morning classes)
10-11:30am Elementary/ Intermediate (Level 3/4)
11:30am-12:30pm Beginners (Level 1)
6-7pm Beginners 2/Elementary (Level 2/3)
7-7:30pm Stretch class with Jill (no class on 13 November 2008)
7:30- 8:30pm Advanced Technique (Level 5)
SATURDAY
10:30-11:30am Children's class (approx ages 5-9 years) (no class on 8 November)
11:30am- 12:30pm Children's class (approx ages 9-14 yrs)
12:30-1pm Cajon and Palmas (All levels) (no class on 8 November)
1-2pm Elementary (Level 3)
2-3pm Castanets (All levels) (no class on 25 October)
3-4:30pm Advanced (Level 5) (no class on 25 October and 8 November)
Classes
at Studio Flamenco are held in a mirrored dance studio.
There is ample parking alongside the building and the studio is easily accessible by public transport (Bus stop #8 on Goodwood Road).
Group classes with individualised attention are offered at a range of levels for children and adults. Private lessons are also available.
Flamenco Classes for Children
Classes are held for children from 5 years. Children's classes encourage enjoyment of dance and self-expression and cover the basics of flamenco technique as well as popular Spanish and flamenco dances.
Children aged 11 years and over may also attend adult classes.
Adult Beginner Flamenco (Levels 1 & 2)
Flamenco dance is suitable for people of all ages and no prior dance training is required. You do not need a partner for flamenco dance! Beginner classes cover the basics of flamenco technique as well as popular Spanish and flamenco dances.
Elementary Flamenco (Level 3)
Elementary classes are designed for people with some flamenco dance training and builds on technique already learnt at beginner level.
Intermediate and Advanced Flamenco (Levels 4 & 5)
Students at Intermediate and Advanced standard have significant training in flamenco dance and are challenged with more complex rhythms and choreography.
Cajon and Palmas
The cajon (or box drum) is the principal percussion instrument used in flamenco. These 1/2hour sessions provide an introduction to cajon technique and flamenco rhythms are taught for both cajon and palmas (clapping). The sessions are suitable for all students including those with little or no experience in flamenco music or dance.
Castanets
Castanets are played to accompany flamenco and Spanish folk dances. Castanet classes introduce the technique of castanet playing and develop the various rhythms used in flamenco. In these classes a simple choreography is taught which includes the use of castanets.
Stretch Class
Run by experienced and professionally accredited yoga instructor, Jill, this class utilises moves from a wide range of yoga disciplines. It will help you to improve flexibility, balance and strength- all very important in flamenco. It will relax and revive you and is suitable for anyone of any level (dancers and non-dancers alike). Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat.
What to wear for flamenco dance classes
Women and Girls
- Leotard or other top, comfortable pants and/or a skirt.
- Shoes with a sturdy heel and strap.
It is not necessary for beginners to wear a skirt to class initially.
Men and Boys
- T-shirt and comfortable pants.
- Shoes or boots with a sturdy heel.
For flamenco wear online see www.fiestacreations.com.au
Flamenco Shoes
Flamenco shoes and boots can be purchased at local dance shops or ordered via the internet (we suggest Don Flamenco shoes ). It is not necessary for beginners to purchase shoes in the first instance. Sturdy street shoes or boots, character shoes, tap shoes (with taps removed) or chorus shoes will be just as good to start with.
Studio Flamenco is grateful for the support of the following organisations:
