Centro de Flamenco Melbourne, Australia
—Committed to the promotion of flamenco dance and music in Australia—
Discover the Art of Flamenco! We offer flamenco dance classes, workshops, school incursions, private & group lessons in flamenco dance for children and adult beginners, flamenco guitar, percussion & singing in Melbourne.
Flamenco Guitar and music lessons are offered directly by affiliated instructors and also include opportunities in accompaniment for dance classes.
BEGINNERS WELCOME
NO PARTNER NEEDED
DEVELOP RHYTHM & MUSICALITY
IMPROVE COORDINATION
DEVELOP STRENGTH & CONFIDENCE
TIMETABLE 2019
JOIN ANY TIME! CASUAL WEEKLY DANCE LESSONS
STUDIO: 10-12 ROSSER ST, BRUNSWICK
NEW! ONE-DAY WORKSHOPS SATURDAY 31 AUGUST
FOOTWORK CHALLENGE & CASTANETS: 10:30-12:30pm Improve Rhythm & Raise Fitness Levels!
INTRODUCTORY BEGINNERS: 1:30-3:30pm Understanding Flamenco- For Absolute beginners
$55/session or $50/Earlybird til 30/8/2019
2019 TIMETABLE
REGULAR WEEKLY FLAMENCO CLASSES
Tuesdays 18:00 - 19:00 Beginners Technique
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Thursdays 17:00 - 18:00 Children’s Flamenco
Thursdays 19:30 - 20:30 Beginners Flamenco
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Saturdays 09:30-10:30 Inter/ Adv Technique (Bata de Cola / Mantón)
Saturdays 10:30-11:30 Beginners Technique (casual class)
Saturdays 11:30-12:30 Beginners Choreography
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2019 KEY DATES
NEXT DANCE COURSES COMMENCING:
BEGINNERS - SAT 14 SEPTEMBER 2019 (6 weeks)
BEGINNERS - TUE 17 SEPTEMBER 2019 (6 weeks)
INT/ADV - SAT 14 SEPTEMBER 2019 (4 weeks)
INT/ADV - SAT 12 OCTOBER 2019 (4 weeks)
INT/ADV - SAT 9 NOVEMBER 2019 (4 weeks)
CHILDREN’S FLAMENCO - THU 10 OCTOBER 2019 (4 weeks)
CHILDREN’S FLAMENCO - THU 7 NOVEMBER 2019 (4 weeks)
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OUR FLAMENCO CLASSES…
WORKSHOPS & MASTERCLASSES
REGULAR BALLARAT DANCE WORKSHOPS!
COMING SOON
Register for New Ballarat Flamenco Workshops
FLAMENCO CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
BEGINNERS LEVELS: Introduction to basic technique of footwork, arms and bodywork in flamenco dance. Students learn body awareness, improve posture, musicality and co-ordination whilst learning fundamental steps and essential rhythms. NO dance experience needed, no partner needed!
INTRODUCTORY LEVELS: learn a gentle but energetic approach to flamenco including arm and bodywork, technique of hand movements, basics of turns and some common steps which make a part of flamenco dance.
INTERMEDIATE+ : Suitable for dancers with at least 5 years experience in flamenco who would like to develop a deeper understanding of flamenco dance and music, including use of props in dance. A more comprehensive training to improve and consolidate on footwork, use of the body, turns, marcajes and students develop confidence to dance solo as well as personal instruction to correct technique.
FEE STRUCTURE
Fees are due on the day of your class. Please bring them with you to your lesson.
$150.00 / 6 weeks (6hours)
$120/ 4 weeks (4hours) Inter/Adv Choreography
$30.00 / 1 hr Casual Class
$20/ additional casual hours
$88/4 weeks Flamenco for Kids (or $25/session)
Booking required for all courses as timetable subject to change without prior notice.
Please bring correct change for fees. We do not have Credit Card facilities available.
Fees are non-refundable.
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CATCH UP LESSONS
Missed a class? Feel free to come to any other classes- Please complete catch up lessons within 6-weeks.
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PRIVATE LESSONS & COACHING
Can't make timetabled classes or attend on a regular basis?
Private lessons available at the studio or at your home!
We also cater for special needs students. Plan and a lesson program suitable to your needs.
Please enquire directly by email: senesflamenco@gmail.com or call us on 0415888542.
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DANCE CLASS GIFT CERTIFICATES
Give a memorable experience for special occasions! Group or private lessons can also be arranged at your home. Please email us at senesflamenco@gmail.com to arrange a personalised gift certificate.
Gift Certificate Examples:
6 x Flamenco Dance Group Lessons = $150
Private Flamenco Dance Lesson = From $90
1 x Casual Introductory Class = From $30
WHAT TO WEAR -DANCE CLASSES
Practice skirts available for sale at the studio! $30-$50 or design your own.
Flexible clothing eg. leggings/stretch pants
Full-length, wide circle skirt (available for sale at the studio)
CLOSED-toed shoes or short boots with a block heel
No sandals, open- toed shoes, wedges or pin heels
Bring a full circle skirt if you have one!
STUDIO ETIQUETTE
It is recommended to come 5-10minutes early to change/stretch/warm up.
Small children must be picked up and dropped off inside the studio entrance.
For parents bringing children to the class-quiet activities or entertainment is recommended for the hour.
Please make sure to ask permission from all instructors before you film any part of the dance class. Filming can be very disturbing for other students.
FLAMENCO DANCE WEAR
Order your shoes and handmade flamenco dance skirts at the studio! Flamenco dance wear now available in Melbourne. Please enquire at the studio regarding new orders and secondhand items including:
Example of typical flamenco shoes - gallardodance.com
flamenco shoes - new and used
flamenco dance skirts - made to measure & bata de colas
castanets, fans and accessories
Recommended Brands in Spain:
Gallardo - gallardodance.com (please consult instructor)
Senovilla - calzadossenovilla.com
flamencoymas.com - dancewear / accessories
flamencoexport.com - cds/dvds/dancewear
"Flamenco Exchange Australia"
For all new/pre-loved flamenco wear: flamenco shoes, skirts, accessories, props, instruments.
FLAMENCO MUSIC LESSONS
IN MELBOURNE
Flamenco Guitarist Alejandro Florez has over 20 years experience and plays regularly in live performances in Australia.
Flamenco & Spanish Guitar Lessons
in Melbourne with Alejandro Florez
Enquiries: 0400 888 993
or mail@solquemia.com
Other Recommended Teachers:
GUITAR: TONY HADJION 9386 2122CANTE: ANGEL MELLADO “EL BRUJO” 0400 217 635CAJÓN: JAVIER FREDES 0412 670 684