- Duration
- About 1.5 to 2 hours
- Group size
- 10–40 pax
- Destinations
- Granada & Sierra Nevada
Flamenco is not learned by watching alone. In this workshop the group starts with the essentials: the compás, meaning the pulse and its cycles. Participants clap palmas, the hand claps that accompany song and dance, then learn to follow a cycle of twelve beats, the one used in soleá or bulerías, two of the most common forms.
Next comes the dance: posture, arm movements (brazos), the first stamped steps, and a short sequence to perform in pairs. The teacher adapts the exercise to each person's level and mobility. The aim is to take part and have fun, with nobody made to feel out of their depth.
At the end, the group can perform a short collective choreography, or simply keep the palmas going while a guitarist accompanies, depending on the format chosen. It is a good way to understand what moves people at a show, once you have experienced it from the inside.
Objectives
- Understand the compás and clap palmas in rhythm
- Discover the basic movements of flamenco dance
- Share a joyful collective experience that is open to everyone
How it works
- 1Welcome by a flamenco teacher and a short introduction to the art form.
- 2Work on palmas and compás, first in a circle, then in small groups.
- 3Introduction to basic movements: arms, posture, first stamped steps.
- 4Small collective choreography or accompanied palmas at the end, depending on the format.
Good to know
- Wear loose clothing and flat shoes with non-slip soles.
- No prerequisites: the workshop is also suitable for people who have never danced.
- We adapt the exercises for people with reduced mobility, on advance request.
Availability
Ask us about availability for your next event.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need to know how to dance first?
No. The workshop starts from scratch and is built around rhythm, with no set choreography. Those who feel at ease progress faster, while others focus on the palmas.
Can the workshop be combined with a show?
Yes. A daytime workshop followed by an evening show, in a Sacromonte cave for example, lets you experience flamenco from both sides of the stage.
