Beginner Flamenco

About This Class

Join Daniel Paredez for a Flamenco class that’s perfect for students with little or no prior flamenco dance experience. The class focuses on introducing and developing the technique of all aspects of flamenco dance – including the upper body (braceo), footwork (zapateado) and hand clapping (palmas) – as well as an explanation of its history and music theory, flamenco musical measure (compás), and its intricate patterns. The class will teach both technique and choreography and is available for session enrollment only.

The Spring session consists of 9 weeks – Wednesday, March 26, 2025 through Wednesday, May 28, 2025.

Classes will not be held on the following days:

Spring Break – Monday, April 14, 2025 through Sunday, April 20, 2025

Memorial Day Weekend –Saturday, May 24, 2025 through Monday, May 26, 2025

The current session runs through Wednesday, March 19, 2025.

Registration Information

Spring Session: $187 / 9 weeks + May 17 Performance Fee

Beginner Flamenco 9 Week Session: 3/26-5/28

*Included in the cost of this session is a performance fee that secures your spot in Furia Flamenca’s Friends & Family Showcase on Saturday, May 17, 2025 at The Writer’s Center, 4508 Walsh St, Bethesda MD. More information regarding this show will be shared during class time.

Location

This is an in-person class at CityDance @ Friendship Heights, 5207 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington DC 20015.

More About Flamenco 

The dances of Spain are varied and rich in ethnic and regional traditions. Fluid arms and percussive footwork are hallmarks of Flamenco dance that are paralleled in the beautiful melodies and intricate rhythms of Flamenco music. Originating in the Andalusia region of southern Spain, the fire of Flamenco dance is reflective of its gypsy (Gitano) dancing roots and influences from Arabic traditions.

Students should wear exercise or dance apparel or similar clothes that permit viewing of body movement. It is recommended that women wear long skirts and men, slacks. Flamenco shoes/boots (preferred), hard soled shoe with a heel acceptable. Consult instructor for specific information on where to buy or obtain Flamenco shoes (women), Flamenco boots (men), or other Flamenco attire.

For more information about where you can purchase shoes, click HERE.  

Cancellation/Reschedule Policy

If a class has low attendance, it may be subject to cancellation. Cancellation decisions for morning classes will be made by 9pm the night before and for evening classes by 3pm that day. In the event you cannot attend your purchased/scheduled drop-in class, please email adults@citydance.net by 9pm the day before to receive a full credit and/or reschedule your drop-in class. Cancellation emails received after 9pm the night before will receive a 50% class credit. If a cancellation email has not been sent before the start of class, our No Show policy takes effect and you will forfeit the full class credit.