Courses

flamenco christmas course

Christmas Flamenco Course 2008 27th-31st December

Fill the days between Christmas and New Year with Flamenco!

Study Choreography, Bata de Cola, Technique, Bulerías and Castanets with top teachers in this popular course.

This year we are delighted to bring Manuela Rios to teach Intermediate and Advanced Choreography and Bata de Cola.

Choreography Course

The Flamenco Dance Course will have classes at four levels; Beginners, Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced. All dance students will study flamenco dance technique and an original, complete choreography. The Beginners will be taught by Nuria García, Elementary by Vicki Ramos and Intermediate and Advanced by Manuela Rios. The course will run for 5 days, one and a half hours a day.

Bulerías Course

This course teaches the famous flamenco dance of Jerez — the Bulerías. These short pieces of choreography, full of character, are traditionally featured at the end of flamenco shows. This course is taught at 2 levels: Level 1 is taught by Nuria García and Level 2 by Vicki Ramos. This class lasts one hour per day.

technique Course

In this class you will improve your style by working on arms, footwork and turns. This class is taught at 2 levels: Level 1 is taught by Nuria Garcia and level 2 by Vicki Ramos. This class lasts one hour per day.

Bata de Cola Course

Learn the style and technique of the distinctive long Bata de Cola skirt (suitable for flamenco students of Intermediate level and above).Taught by Manuela Rios for one hour each day.

Castanets

Taught by Vicki Ramos for half an hour each day.

The Teachers

Manuela Rios was born in Seville and trained with Manolo Marin, Jose Galvan, Farruco and Tona. Her impressive early career included performances with the Farrucos and Paco de Lucia. She has been part of Cristina Hoyos’ company and currently performs as lead dancer with Javier Baron’s company.

Vicki Ramos, head of Centro de Baile Jerez has performed and taught all over the world.

Nuria García, Head of Escuela de Baile, has danced with top flamenco companies and has taught workshops all over the world. Her work with new students is astounding.

Course Timetable and Fees

Flamenco Dance Course (£125/ £135)

Beginners (Sevillanas)(Nuria García) 10.00 – 11.30am
Elementary (Vicki Ramos)) 10:00-11.30am
Intermediate (Manuela Rios) 10.00 – 11.30am
Advanced (Manuela Rios) 1.00 – 2.30pm

Bulerías Course (£65)

Level 1 (Nuria García) 11.45am-12.45pm
Level 2 (Vicki Ramos) 11.45am-12.45pm

Technique Course (£65)

Level 1 (Nuria Garcia) 1.00-2.00pm
Level 2 (Vicki Ramos) 1.00-2.00pm

Bata de Cola Course (£75) (Manuela Rios) 11.45-12.45

Castanets (£30) (Vicki Ramos) 2-2.30pm

Location

The Christmas Course is at The Place

DUKE'S ROAD ENTRANCE
The Place, 17 Duke's Road, London WC1H 9PY
The Place is located in a complex of buildings between Duke's Road and Flaxman Terrace, just off Euston Road in Central London.

Nearest Tubes : Euston, Kings Cross, Russell Square, Euston Square

www.theplace.org.uk/findus is The Place's website location page.

Booking Information

Please return your form with course fees to Escuela de Baile, 35 Tintagel Drive, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 4SR.

Please make cheques payable to Escuela de Baile.

You will receive email confirmation.

The course is extremely popular and only prompt booking can ensure the course of your choice. Please phone if you are unsure of your level.

You can download the application form for this course. (You will require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the PDF file. It can be obtained from the Adobe website)

More information about Escuela de Baile please contact us

flamenco easter course

Easter Flamenco Course 2009
Fri 10 April—Mon 13 April
(4 days)

update - availability

Intermediate Choreography now full.

You can download the Easter Course 2009 leaflet or just the booking form for this course. (You will require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the PDF file. It can be obtained from the Adobe website)

This year we are delighted to bring Juan Ogalla, La Malena, Vicki Ramos and Nuria García to teach Choreography, Technique, Bata de Cola and Bulerias. Pascual de Lorca will teach our popular Flamenco Guitar Course.

Dance Attic Studios 368 North End Road, London SW6 1LY
Nearest Tube Fulham Broadway

The Teachers

Juan Ogalla was lead male dancer in Cristina Hoyo’s company for 7 years. He studied flamenco with the great teachers such as Concha Baras, Angelita Gomez and Manolo Marin. His extensive career includes touring Japan with Yoko Komatsubara’s and Lola Greco’s companies as well as touring the world with his own company

La Malena A solo dance artist and choreographer, La Malena has long been immersed in flamenco through living and studying in Spain. Her teachers include Juana Amaya, Farruquito, Andres Marín and Isabel Bayón, among others.Now living in Seville, Spain, where she performs frequently, her next project is the production “Triana” with invited guest artist Juan Ogalla, which will be presented in Canada this year.

Vicki Ramos is head of Centro de Baile de Jerez. She is an examiner for the Spanish Dance Society and has been invited to dance and teach all over the world.

Nuria García is head of Escuela de Baile. She has danced with many important companies and taught at many top dance schools.

Pascual de Lorca is one of Spain’s most versatile and talented guitar players, as a concert player, dancing accompanist and teacher. He is the guitar player of the dancing company of Antonio El Pipa and of such female dancers as Patricia Valdes and Patricia Ibañez and performed at the Sadlers Wells Flamenco festival last year. His own company performs to a world audience.

The Classes

Choreography: Each class will learn an original choreography suitable for its level. Beginners will be taught by Nuria García, Elementary by Vicki Ramos, Lower Intermediate by La Malena and Intermediate and Advanced by Juan Ogalla. Each class is 2 hours.

Technique: These classes will improve your speed and style. Level 1 is taught by Nuria García and Level 2 by La Malena. Each class is 1 hour.

Bulerias: These short, fast dances are full of character and fun. Level 1 is taught by Nuria García, Level 2 by Vicki Ramos and Level 3 by La Malena. Each class is 1 hour.

Bata de Cola: Learn the beautiful style and technique of the distinctive long Bata de Cola skirt. Note: this class is for Intermediate Level and above and you must have your own bata. This class is taught by Vicki Ramos for 1 hour each day.

Cajon/Palmas: Improve your compas and timing as well as your understanding of flamenco structure and rhythm.

Sevillanas Refresher: Improve your Sevillanas! You must already have learnt the basics to attend this course. You will learn to dance at different speeds and to different songs. Each class is 1 hour.

Guitar: Suitable for all levels. Pascual de Lorca will teach this course for 2 hours per day.

The Timetable and Prices

Beginners: 10.00am -12.00pm (Nuria García) £125

Bulerías 1: 12.15 -1.15pm (Nuria García) £60

Technique 1: 1.30 -2.30pm (Nuria García) £60

Elementary and Improvers: 10.00am -12.00pm (Vicki Ramos) £125

Lower Intermediate: 10.00am -12.00pm (La Malena) £135

Bulerías 2: 12.15 -1.15pm (Vicki Ramos) £60

Intermediate: 10.00am -12.00pm (Juan Ogalla) £135

Bulerias 3: 12.15 -1.15pm (La Malena) £60

Technique 2 : 1.30 -2.30pm (La Malena) £60

Bata de Cola: 1.30 -2.30pm (Vicki Ramos) £65

Advanced: 2.30 -4.30pm (Juan Ogalla) £135

Cajón/Palmas: 3.15 -3.45pm £30

Castanets: 2.45 -3.15pm (Vicki Ramos) £30

Sevillanas Refresher: 3.45 -4.45pm £60

Guitar: 12.00 -2.00pm £150

Location

Dance Attic Studios, 368 North End Road, London SW6 1LY.
Nearest tube is Fulham Broadway.

Booking Information

Return your form with course fees to

Escuela de Baile,
35 Tintagel Drive,
Stanmore,
Middlesex
HA74SR

Please make cheques payable to Escuela de Baile.
You will receive email confirmation.

The course is extremely popular and only prompt booking can ensure the course of your choice. Please phone if you are unsure of your level or email us at info@ledb.co.uk More information about Escuela de Baile is available on this website. or call 0208 9054554

If you are unable to attend the course please inform us immediately. If we cannot re-allocate your place we will be unable to refund your booking fee.

Escuela de Baile reserves the right to provide alternative teachers where strictly necessary.

course leaflet and booking form

You can download the Easter Course 2009 leaflet or just the booking form for this course. (You will require Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the PDF file. It can be obtained from the Adobe website)

For more information contact us.

flamenco summer course in spain

3-8 August & 10-15 August 2009

Come and spend your summer in Jerez learning flamenco from top professionals.

This year we are delighted to announce that classes are being taught by Rafaela Carrasco, Pilar Ogalla, Beatriz Morales, Pascual Lorca (Guitar), Vicki Ramos and Nuria Garcia

We offer classes at all levels; Beginner, Elementary, Intermediate and Advanced, Bata de Cola and Cajon.

New this year! Guitar with Pascual Lorca -10-15 August.

The Flamenco Experience

The courses take place in modern air conditioned studios at Centro de Baile, 15 minutes from the centre of Jerez. Classes are held in the morning when the day is cooler.

All classes are accompanied by local professional guitarists and singers. After class you can relax or explore the lovely narrow streets and shady squares of Jerez, visit a Moorish castle or the Flamenco Museum. Beautiful beaches are only 20 minutes away and the fabulous city of Seville only an hour’s journey.

By night experience the vibrant atmosphere of the many bars and restaurants of Jerez, taking in the flamenco haunts normally off limits to foreign visitors.

The Teachers

Rafaela Carrasco began dancing at a young age at Matilde Corral’s Escuela de Danza and in 1991 joined Mario Maya’s Company where she became soloist. Her impressive career has included collaborations with Belen Maya., Javier Barrón and Rafael Amargo amongst others. With her own company she tours the world and will be performing at this year’s Flamenco Festival at Sadler’s Wells.

Manuela Rios was born in Seville and trained with Manolo Marin, Jose Galvan, Farruco and Tona. Her impressive early career included performances with the Farrucos and Paco de Lucia. She has been part of Cristina Hoyos’ company and currently performs as lead dancer with Javier Baron’s company.

Pilar Ogalla was born in Cádiz where she made her flamenco debut in 1982. She has toured the world with illustrious companies such as Cristana Hoyos’ and Juan Ogalla’s as well as performing in Los Gallos and Casa Patas in Madrid. She currently teaches in Manuel Betanzo’s Academy and has recently formed her own company with Andrés Peña.

Beatriz Morales comes to us from Jerez where she received her teaching qualification. She has studied with many top teachers including Belen Maya and Mercedes Ruiz, performs at Los Gallos in Seville as well as internationally and is currently working with Antonio ‘El Pipa’.

Vicki Ramos has danced with many well known flamenco companies. She is now head of Centro de Baile Jerez, travelling the world teaching and examining. PDB(SDS) RAD(T.Dip)

Nuria García, Head of Escuela de Baile, has danced with top flamenco companies and has taught workshops all over the world. Her work with new students is astounding.

courses

Week 1 (3-8 August)
Intermediate (Pilar Ogalla)
Advanced (Pilar Ogalla)
Bulerías: Inter/Adv (Pilar Ogalla)
Elementary (Vicki Ramos)
Bata de Cola (Vicki Ramos)
Beginners (Nuria García)
Bulerías: Beginnner (Beatriz Morales)
Bulerias: intermediate (Beatriz Morales)
Cajon 2.00-3.00 €60

Week 2 (10-15 August)
Intermediate (Rafaela Carrasco)
Advanced (Rafaela Carrasco)
Bata de Cola (Int) (Manuela Rios)
Bulerías (Int/Adv) (Manuela Rios)
Beginners Sevillanas (Nuria Garcia)
Elementary (Beatriz Morales)
Guitar (Pascual Lorca)
Cajon 11-14 Aug

Timetable and Fees

class	time	fee
Week 1 (3-8 August)
Intermediate (Pilar Ogalla)	9.30-11.00	€170
Advanced (Pilar Ogalla)	12.30-2.00	€170
Bulerías: Inter/Adv (Pilar Ogalla)	11.15-12.15	€100*
Elementary (Vicki Ramos)	10.00-11.30	€160
Bata de Cola (Vicki Ramos)	9.00-10.00	€150
Beginners (Nuria García)	11.30-1.00	€160
Bulerías: Beginnner (Beatriz Morales)	9.00-10.00	€100* (€80 with any other class)
Bulerias: intermediate (Beatriz Morales)	11.15-12.15	€100*(€80 with any other class)
Cajon	2.00-3.00	€60
Week 2 (10-15 August)
Intermediate (Rafaela Carrasco)	10.00-11.30	€190
Advanced (Rafaela Carrasco)	13.00-14.30	€90
Bata de Cola (Int) (Manuela Rios)	9.00-10.00	€150
Bulerías (Int/Adv) (Manuela Rios)	11.45-12.45	€100
Beginners Sevillanas (Nuria Garcia)	9.00-10.30	€150
Elementary (Beatriz Morales)	10.30-12.00	€160
Guitar (Pascual Lorca)	Time TBC	€220
Cajon 11-14 Aug	14.00-15.00	€60

Booking Information

Return your form with course fees to Escuela de Baile, 35 Tintagel Drive, Stanmore, Middlesex, HA7 4SR.

You will receive confirmation along with an information sheet.

The course is extremely popular and only prompt booking can ensure the course of your choice. Please phone if you are unsure of your level. More information about Escuela de Baile at www.ledb.co.uk or call 0208 905 4554/ 07795 166 590.

A copy of the booking form suitable for home printing can be downloaded in PDF format here. The full leaflet will be available for download and in printed format soon.

Hotels and flights

You can fly directly to Jerez with Ryanair (www.ryanair.com). You can also fly to Seville which is about an hour away by train.
You must book your own flights.
We can make your hotel reservations for you and you will pay the hotel directly when you check out. Please indicate your hotel preferences and flight details on the form.

Hotel San Andres** All rooms en-suite with air-conditioning and television. Single €24/day, Double €38,50 /day Please note that you will be required to give credit card details and one night’s payment will be taken from your card in order to hold your booking at the discount rate.

Hotel Sherry Park (****) Prices: €80 per night for single, €95 for double. No triple rooms but do have a childs bed which is €112 (double and single bed for a child). Prices include tax and breakfast. Avenida Alvaro Domecq 11 Jerez de la Frontera, Cadiz Andalucia 11405. It’s close to the studio and as beautiful swimming pool.

Useful information

The course takes place at the Centro Baile de Jerez, c/Velazquez num 24, San Gines (plg San Benito) Jerez de la Frontera

The website of the Spanish school is
www.academiadebailejerez.com (in Spanish)
For any enquiries please call 0208 9054554

You can also join the mailing list to be kept up to date and have a paper copy sent to you, details on the contacts page.