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ClassesThis page is a directory of flamenco classes in North America. If you are an instructor and would like to be added to the list please send an e-mail to 
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WashingtonAna Montes Flamenco Danzarte Studio / Seattle [Updated 07/29/06]Ana Montes teaches in SeattleFlamenco Danzarte Studio: 2306 - 4th Ave. (between Bell and Battery) in Seattle, WA 98121 For current schedule, see www.anamontes.com Ana Montes has been dancing since she was 9, training in classical ballet which she continues to this day. Her flamenco studies started in Sevilla where she has studied under Angelita Vargas and José Galván. In Madrid Ana studied with many of the most well known and respected flamenco teachers and artists including Ciro, La Tati, El Güito and Merce Esmeralda. She also studied the Spanish folkdance "jota" with the famous Pedro Azorín. Ana danced professionally at various clubs and theaters and with Rosa Montoya Bailes Flamencos. She left the United States to dance professionally in Spain, Europe and Mexico for 7 years. These years include dancing with the Ballet Español del Camborio, the Ballet Español de Fernando Romero in Madrid, and at El Burrero Peña Flamenca in Madrid. Ana has been performing and teaching in the Seattle area since 1991. Known as one of the West Coast's foremost female flamenco dancers Ana has been acclaimed as brilliant and charismatic, moving with grace and elegance, especially the upper torso, arms and hands which so defines the female flamenco dancer, yet at the same time containing that tension and passion which makes flamenco so exciting. Ana currently teaches and produces student shows out of her studio Flamenco Danzarte in downtown Seattle. Maria Gitana / Seattle [Updated 04/08/07]Maria GitanaLearn the exciting rhythms and footwork of flamenco, the dance that originates with the gypsies of southern Spain. The Spanish Dance Society, an international organization dedicated to excellence in Spanish dance, teaches flamenco through a structured syllabus and certificate program. Maria Gitana, a Maestra de Baile with S.D.S, offers technique for castanets, arms, turns and footwork and a complete choreography each 8 week session. More details and class schedule available at: http://flamencogitana.com Rubina Carmona / Seattle [Updated 05/01/06]Rubina Carmona teaches at the American Dance Institute, 8007 Greenwood Ave. N. Seattle, WABeginners: Monday 6 pm pre-repertoire Monday 7 pm beginning repertoire Intermediate/advances: Thursday 6 pm advanced repertoire Thursday 7 pm intermediate repertoire Technique: Saturday 11:15 inter/adv upperbody, castanets, turns, manton Saturday 12:15 inter/adv footwork and palmas Saturday 1:15 beginners, all techniques Cost: $15 annual registration; $15 per class; class cards available Contact: Rubina Carmona at rubina@fanw or (206) 932-4067 Sara de Luis / Seattle [Updated 01/17/02]Sara de Luis teaches flamenco and classical Spanish dance. She is on the staff of the Pacific Northwest Ballet. 1019 Belmont Place, East, Seattle, WA 98102.Call 206-324-5034 or e-mail
Washington Contemporary Ballet Studio and Metro Parks, Tacoma [Updated 03/17/05]Marisela Fleites has been dancing Flamenco for more than 25 years, in Cuba (with Olga Bustamante and Orlando Vargas) and in Spain (with, among others, Stella Arauzo, the last partner of the great Antonio Gades). Marisela will teach you not only how to dance, but also to understand the history and the soul of this unique form of dancing. In addition to being a great art form, Flamenco is a demanding aerobic exercise. Bring sturdy shoes with heels (if you are a woman, bring a long wide skirt) and come ready to charge your mind and body with deep emotions.Tuesdays, from 5:30-6:30 pm (beginners) and 6:30-8:30pm (intermediate/advanced) at the School of the Arts Performing Art Center (1118 Broadway, between S. 11th and S. 13th, Tacoma downtown) Registration through the Metropolitan Park District, phone: (253) 305 1030. Saturdays, from 9:45am-10:45 am (intermediate/advanced); 10:45-11:45am (beginners): Washington Contemporary Ballet Studio (253) 4744312 (4020 S. 56th & Tyler, Suite 105, Tacoma) Carpool option from Olympia! Call: (360) 956 0674 |
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