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Flamenco Classes
Contact: Cobarrubia@hotmail.com
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SCHEDULE
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Flamenco Arana is back to in-person classes.
Flamenco Arana teaches group lessons at the California Ballet Studios in Kearny Mesa. Classes taught by Kristina Cobarrubia. Mondays: 7:30-8:30pm Int 2 / Adv Studio A 8:30-9:30 Bata de Cola (Adv) Studio A Tuesdays: 7:30 - 8:30pm Intermed 1 Studio A 8:30 - 9:00pm Beginning Bata Studio A Wednesdays: 7:30-8:30pm Beginners Studio B To register, contact Kristina: cobarrubia@hotmail.com Kristina also teaches Workshop A: Flamenco, for Ballet 4 level students (10 years old and up) via the California Ballet curriculum. Wednesdays at 6:30pm Kristina is available for private dance instruction in Rancho Peñasquitos. Private flamenco classes are $60 per hour. New students may feel more comfortable taking a private or semi-private lesson to catch up on footwork. For students with previous dance experience this may not be necessary. Kristina also coordinates workshops from teachers visiting from Spain. A quarterly newsletter keeps students informed of concerts, juergas and shows and other events in the San Diego and Southern California flamenco society. |
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LOCATION
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FLAMENCO CLASSES
at The California Ballet Main Centre 4819 Ronson Court San Diego, CA 92111 (in Kearny Mesa, exit 163 and Clairemont Mesa Blvd): MAP |
Tuition
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Flamenco adult group class tuition is $60 per month, paid on the first class of the month, CHECK or CASH only, no credit cards. Months with five class days are $75. Single classes are $20 per class. New students are welcome to join a pre-existing class at any time. The first class for a new student is free in level Intermediate and up. Tipping for live music in class is required.
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CLASS FAQ's
What do I need for class?
To try a class, you will need a good pair of sturdy shoes with a heel. To continue, you will need a pair of character shoes (Capezio, about $45.00) or real flamenco shoes (about $80 and up). You will also need a full skirt (or pants), with a snug top or a leotard. Carmen's Dance Shoes (El Cajon Blvd) carries both character and an entry level flamenco shoe: call ahead 800-854-4318 or 619-287-5787.
You can also try either folklorico shoes or beginner flamenco shoes from El Charro. Folklorico shoes can be easier to get and have a thicker sole, nails in the front, back and heels and hard toe tip. El Charro offers affordable prices for both types, flamenco and folklorico.
www.elcharro1.com/flamenco/flamenco-shoes/
Do students perform?
Yes. We have small shows throughout the year (San Diego County Fair, street fairs and special festivals the SD International Nations of Dance) and a formal student recital on an annual or bi-annual schedule.
What is a flamenco class like?
Flamenco dance instruction is based on building an understanding of Spanish flamenco through solid technique. Flamenco dance steps are not named so students need to recognize a step by sight and sound. Kristina introduces beginner flamenco students to a wide variety of steps, while developing style in upper body and braceo (arms), and incorporating knowledge of the cante (singing) and compas (rhythm) through choreographies. Intermediate flamenco students build on complexity, contra-tiempo (counter-time), and speed. Advanced students practice working cuadro-style (solo) to be ready for local shows. All flamenco dance lessons are accompanied by live guitar. Classes are 60 minutes long.
What do I need for class?
To try a class, you will need a good pair of sturdy shoes with a heel. To continue, you will need a pair of character shoes (Capezio, about $45.00) or real flamenco shoes (about $80 and up). You will also need a full skirt (or pants), with a snug top or a leotard. Carmen's Dance Shoes (El Cajon Blvd) carries both character and an entry level flamenco shoe: call ahead 800-854-4318 or 619-287-5787.
You can also try either folklorico shoes or beginner flamenco shoes from El Charro. Folklorico shoes can be easier to get and have a thicker sole, nails in the front, back and heels and hard toe tip. El Charro offers affordable prices for both types, flamenco and folklorico.
www.elcharro1.com/flamenco/flamenco-shoes/
Do students perform?
Yes. We have small shows throughout the year (San Diego County Fair, street fairs and special festivals the SD International Nations of Dance) and a formal student recital on an annual or bi-annual schedule.
What is a flamenco class like?
Flamenco dance instruction is based on building an understanding of Spanish flamenco through solid technique. Flamenco dance steps are not named so students need to recognize a step by sight and sound. Kristina introduces beginner flamenco students to a wide variety of steps, while developing style in upper body and braceo (arms), and incorporating knowledge of the cante (singing) and compas (rhythm) through choreographies. Intermediate flamenco students build on complexity, contra-tiempo (counter-time), and speed. Advanced students practice working cuadro-style (solo) to be ready for local shows. All flamenco dance lessons are accompanied by live guitar. Classes are 60 minutes long.