We’re taking a break from technique classes and will resume after Easter. There are no technique classes on March 25th or April 1st.
Looking to improve your flamenco technique? Join my weekly class working on arms, hands, marking, footwork, turns… This is a chance to focus on improving your foundational skills without having to remember a choreography or set of steps from week to week.
These classes are for Int /Adv students that have had some exposure to the 12 count. You do not need to be a past or current student of mine to attend. This class is not intended for Level 1 students. If you are a current student in Flamenco 2 or 3, this class is for you!
Mondays 8:00 – 9:00pm at Sugar Swing.
Next series – 4 Mondays: Apr 8 – Apr 29
The early-bird deadline is Apr 1st. Drop in also available – register via the drop in link
*Students currently registered in flamenco at Sugar Swing receive an additional 15% off.
Our first 6 week series finished last week and we are taking a break this week with no classes on Thursday the 29th. If you signed up for the full 12 week session in January, I’ll see you again on March 7th.
Wondering about this next 6 week series or wanting to sign up? Each series covers new material. More information below.
Classes run Thursday nights at Sugar Swing.
6 – 7 Beginner
This class works with some of the basic elements of flamenco dance: arms, footwork, movement and clapping. Students will gain an understanding of flamenco terminology, rhythm, music, and structure as they learn how to dance, clap, and improvise within the 4 count. The upcoming series will focus on a footwork section.
7 – 8 Beg/Int
Along with technique, we will continue to dance, clap, and improvise within the 12 count.
8 – 9 Int/Adv
Along with technique, we will continue to work with Caña with a focus on a footwork section.
The upcoming early-bird deadline is Feb 29th.
Series 1 – 6 weeks: Jan 18 – Feb 22 (ended) Series 2 – 6 weeks: Mar 7 – Apr 11*
*IMPORTANT – April 11th’s class will be all levels combined from 6:30 – 8:00
Looking to improve your flamenco technique? Join my new weekly class working on arms, hands, marking, footwork, turns… This is a chance to focus on improving your foundational skills without having to remember a choreography or set of steps from week to week.
These classes are for any student that has had some exposure to the 12 count. You do not need to be a past or current student of mine to attend.
Mondays 8:00 – 9:00pm at Sugar Swing.
This series – 4 Mondays: Feb 26 – Mar 18
The early-bird deadline is Feb 19th. Drop in also available – register via the drop in link
*Students currently registered in flamenco at Sugar Swing receive an additional 15% off.
The second series in our Fall flamenco session begins November 9th. If you registered for the 12 week session in September, you’re already set up. Weren’t able to start yet and want to join the upcoming 6 week series? Now is the time to register. Each series covers new material.
Good news! Sugar Swing has re-recoated their floor this summer and it is no longer slippery as it was after the first recoat in May. It’s back to normal and all ready for flamenco.
The NEXT SESSION of flamenco starts April 20th* – the focus is footwork!
Flamenco 1 – Beginner – For those with little or no flamenco experience and those wanting to review and improve their skills with 4 count rhythm. You do not need previous flamenco experience to take the Level 1 class.
Flamenco 2 – Int/Adv – For those that have worked with the 12 count before. A more advanced option for steps given will be made available to those students needing a challenge.
*Appropriate footwear required – Character shoes or any shoes with a sturdy heel would be fine for beginner students.
Classes run for 8 Thursdays: April 20th – June 8th. The early-bird deadline is April 13th.
A quick note to update you on my flamenco classes. In what would have been the start of my 20th year of teaching flamenco in Edmonton I find myself instead taking a semester off for the first time. As an independent teacher, I’m not comfortable hosting groups of students in person in the studio at this point. Insurance does not cover this type of situation and Marrmac themselves have had to put some pretty strict protocols in place to keep their studio running. Many people are finding this a very uncertain time, I think it’s best to wait until the situation improves and we can see each other in person again.
I hope everyone is managing in these very interesting times and finding ways to stay positive. I am taking advantage of the time to work on my own development. I hope you are inspired to do the same! Since March I have been studying quite intensely with my own teachers in Spain and will have a lot to share with you when we finally meet again.
I will re-update everyone in the New Year about if a Spring session of regular classes will be happening or not. Until then, I hope everyone stays safe and healthy. If you have any questions or just want to connect for a chat, please do send me a note. I sure do miss seeing all of your lovely faces in class!
Here are some pics from the past few years to lift your spirits
Tangos master class with visiting Spanish dancer Farru, November 2019.
Tangos workshop with visiting Spanish dancer Carmen Ledesma, November 2019.
Romance workshop with visiting Spanish dancer Carmen Ledesma, November 2019.
Dancers Magdalena Difani, Jen Dunford, and Carmen performing the Alegrias from my Level IV class at the Flamenco Society of Edmonton’s 2019 Community Show. Photo – Earl Mckenzie
Song and Dance Workshops with Vancouver’s Stephanie Pedraza and guest guitarist Tosh Hayashi from Calgary – 2015
Soleá performers from my Level II/III class with guest singer Susan MacGregor and guitarist David Matyas at the Flamenco Society of Edmonton’s 2019 Community Show
Song and Dance workshops with Vancouver’s Oscar Nieto – 2015
Flashmobbers performing my tangos choreography created for the Edmonton Flamenco Festival in 2016/17
Just a quick note to say that due to some last minute circumstances review classes have been cancelled for January 15th and 22nd. Winter session starts January 24th.
Wednesday classes are confirmed – 2 weeks of general technique and compas for Intermediate levels and above. We will focus on arms, movement, footwork technique, and compas. There is still room to join.
Friday, January 17th classes are not running.
Intermediate – Technique and compas
(pre-requisite: 2 sessions of Level I)
Wednesdays, Jan 15th and 22nd only
8:15 – 9:15
January 24th – March 6th (no classes on February 14th) Early-bird registration deadline – January 17th
A reminder that you are not considered registered until you have both filled out the form and sent payment.The beginner level is filling up quickly, if you have filled out the form but haven’t paid yet you may lose your spot.
Flamenco with Jane 