Flamenco Vivo's "Center for Flamenco Arts"

CLASSES
New York flamenco dance classes are taught by Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana Company members who teach dance technique and choreography with a strong focus on musicality, creativity and cultural background of flamenco. Maya de Silva, Juana Cala, Leslie Roybal and Alice Blumenfeld as well as other Company Members teach our classes. Classes are accompanied by a guitarist.  See schedule below.

SEVILLANAS WITH CASTANETS
Each class will incorporate castanet technique and apply it to Sevillanas choreography. Co-taught by our Company Members, teachers will teach a full copla before rotating.

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CLASS SCHEDULE

Mondays
May 4, May 21, [No Class Memorial Day - May 28], June 4, June 11, June 18, June 25, [No Class week of July 4th] July 9, July 16
6-7:30pm Intro to Flamenco - Juana Cala
7:30-9pm Flamenco 1B - Juana Cala

Wednesdays
May 6, May 23, May 30, June 6, June 13, June 20, June 27, [No Class week of July 4th] July 11
5:30-7pm Sevillanas Class (see schedule below)
7-8:30pm Flamenco 1A - Alice Blumenfeld

Thursdays
May 17, May 24, May 31, June 7, June 14, June 21, June 28, [No Class week of July 4th], July 12
6-7:30pm Flamenco II - Maya de Silva

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Basic Information about "Center for Flamenco Arts" Classes

• Location: Flamenco Vivo's Center for Flamenco Arts
                 4 West 43rd Street, 8th Floor (between 5th and 6th)
                 New York, NY 10036
• Class sessions begin every 8 weeks.
• Meet one night a week for 1 1/2 hours, on Mondays, Wednesdays or Thursdays.
• Cost: $180 for an eight-class session. *20% discount available if you take more than 1 class per week!*
• Payment method: Secure online transaction via Google Checkout.
• Pre-Registration and Pre-payment are required. Please note that because of popularity we usually have a waiting list for the classes. You must pre-pay the entire session. We cannot refund for missed classes, though we are glad to offer make-up sessions.
• Four levels: Introduction to Flamenco, Flamenco 1A, Flamenco 1B and Flamenco II
• Other course offerings: Sevillanas with castanets
• Want more information about classes? Read our Classes FAQ.

Introduction to Flamenco

No experience necessary! This course is for anyone who has never taken flamenco classes before. We will take you through the ABC’s of flamenco with an emphasis on basic technique, flamenco rhythms and movement phrases.

Flamenco 1A

This course is for people who have taken our Introduction to Flamenco class and are ready to continue with their flamenco studies. This class serves as the groundwork for all further flamenco exploration and acts as a transition into the higher levels.

Flamenco 1B

This course is for students who have had at least 1 year of flamenco and feel comfortable moving at a faster pace.

Flamenco II

This course is for students who have a command of the basic flamenco techniques and rhythms.  If you are not sure which level you belong in, ask us.

SEVILLANAS CLASS

Each class will incorporate castanet technique and apply it to Sevillanas choreography. Co-taught by our Company Members, teachers will teach a full copla before rotating. Each session will last 6 weeks. We suggest that students register at the beginning and take the entire 24-week course, but it is possible to join in at the start of a new Sevillanas. Pre-registration and payment of $135 is required to hold your spot in the class.

Spring/Summer 2012 Schedule:
Wednesdays, 5:30 - 7pm
Spring Sevillanas: April 18, April 25, May 2, May 9, May 16, May 23
Summer Sevillanas: May 30, June 6, June 13, June 20, June 27, [No Class – July 4], July 11

FAQ for Sevillanas:

• Do I need my own castanets?
  • Yes! You can get them at Menkes or any other Flamenco supplier. At Menkes, you get 10% off by mentioning you take our classes!
• What happens if I miss a class?
  • You can use your make-up session in any other Flamenco Vivo Studios class.
• Do I need previous Flamenco experience?
  • No, all levels welcome!
• How do I register?
  • Online registration is up and running - Click here to register. Make sure you check off the right number of weeks for the Sevillanas you want to learn and your start date!
• I still have questions...
  • Please read our Classes FAQs. If you have a question we didn't answer, don't hesitate to give us a call at (212) 736-4499.

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