Victoria with the mantón of Kermit Edmonds’ mother, Anna Schulz, who danced with it across the western US at the turn of the previous century, from San Francisco’s Geary Theater to The Wilma Theater here in Missoula, MT. Photo credit: Jon Bertsche, 2018. It is a great privilege to dance with this stunning manton, always in memory of Kermit Edmonds’ kindness and generous spirit.
NEW! Classes starting Saturday, October 5, at ShowTyme Academy for the Performing Arts, 2500 Murphy, Missoula, MT. Best to join at the start of the month, but we love to have you any time!
Absolute Beginner: 10:15 am - 11:00 am beginning technique/flamenco basics
11:00 am - 11:30 am castanets (available to use or buy)
fee: $35 / month of four classes $15/single class
Fun flamenco for beginners and an excellent technique builder for those who have already begun to embrace flamenco as dance, as healing, as self-expression, as a way of life! This class builds a foundation, appropriate for new beginners. Focus on techniques specific to flamenco such as compás, braceo or arm movement, footwork, floreo or hand movement, and palmas, along with universal dance techniques in working correctly, body line and posture, and interpretation.
Flamenco 1: 11:00 am - 11:30 am castanets
11:30 am - 12:30 am technique and repertoire
fee: $45/ month of four classes $15/ single class
Continuing development of understanding and skill in the art. Awareness of compas, increasing artistry in braceo, taconeo, floreo, and palmas. Always integrated improvement in alignment and interpretation! Intermediate technique in flamenco with increased complexity of choreography and emphasis on interpretation of various palos.
Class variations: Castanet class only 11:00 am - 11:30 am $5/ class
Entire class both levels 10:15 am - 12:30 am $60/ month $25/class
Private classes are available to fit your personal goals and schedule, $35 per hour session, or $120 per month of four classes. Contact Victoria through our Contact page to arrange yours!
It isn't necessary to purchase special shoes or clothing before trying flamenco. A skirt, as you choose, and low heeled shoes for all people, are just fine! We are here to assist if you wish to purchase shoes or boots, and other flamenco clothing and accessories. Castanets are available through the studio to use in class or to buy.
