Dance and Music
Like language, dance and music are important forms of communication. Whatever your level of ability or background, we hope you will find something to inspire you from the following options...
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Flamenco in Benalmadena, Spain
This course offers the opportunity to combine learning Spanish with one of the most popular dances in Andalusia. Flamenco is a form of dance which emerged from the gypsies and is an integral part of the Andalusian culture of the southern Spain. Dance classes are taught by a professional flamenco dancer, instructed through Spanish and focus on developing fundamental flamenco techniques through integrating footwork patterns, movement of hands and arms, body attitude, turns, etc.
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Salsa or Flamenco in Malaga, Spain
This course combines morning Spanish with dance classes in Salsa or Flamenco. All dance classes are taught in our school's own air-conditioned dance studio and the teachers are professional dance tutors. The Salsa option covers both salsa and other Latin American dances. The Flamenco option offers an introduction to the world of Flamenco, through Sevillanas, Rumbas and other typical Flamenco dance styles.
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Flamenco and Sevillanas in Seville, Spain
This course offers the opportunity to combine learning Spanish and two of the most popular dances in Andalusia: Flamenco and Sevillanas. Flamenco is a form of dance which emerged from the gypsies and is an integral part of the Andalusian culture. Sevillanas is a similar style of dance and takes its name from Seville, although it did not originate there. Dance classes are taken at a professional dance academy, instructed through Spanish, and consist of both theory and practical sessions focusing on developing fundamental techniques through integrating footwork patterns, movement of hands and arms, body attitude, turns, etc.
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Latin Dance in Playa del Carmen, Mexico
This is a fantastic course combining Spanish language tuition and Latin dance classes with expert dance instructors. Dance lessons take place on 3 afternoons per week and include popular Latin dances such as Salsa, Rumba, Samba and Chachacha.
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Latin Dance in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
Dominicans love to dance! The positive attitude of the people is reflected in Afro-Caribbean dances such as Merengue, Bachata and Salsa. This course is for those who wish to discover this vibrant culture and joy of movement, through their language, music and dance. Group or individual Spanish tuition is combined with group or individual dance classes with Dominican dance instructors at a local dance academy, just a few minutes' walk from the language school.
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Cuban Dance/ Percussion in Havana, Cuba
Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, Reggaeton, Rumba, Tango, Son and percussion courses can be taken in conjunction with a Spanish course or independently. Dance classes are held in the purpose built air-conditioned dance studio next to the school. Each student has their own Cuban dance partner, all professional dance teachers from La Habana Dance Academy. Percussion classes are held in the school and focus on drumming techniques and basic Cuban rhythms. Teachers are graduates from the Havana School of Arts.
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Cuban Dance/ Percussion in Santiago de Cuba
Cuban dance (Salsa, Son, Afro-cuban, Rumba, Reggaeton) and percussion courses (drumming techniques and Cuban rhythms aimed at your level) can be taken either in conjunction with a Spanish course or independently. Dance and percussion classes are held in a local theatre in the city centre. Each student has their own professional Cuban dance partner or percussion teacher from the Ballet Folklórico Cutumba, a well-established national dance and music company.
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Tango in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires is the place to learn the history and capture the mysterious elegance of Tango. With traditional cafes and sophisticated milongas to entice you into long nights of dancing as well as other excellent venues to practise what you have learned, this is a true insight into one of the world's most famous dances.
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Dance and music (without language classes)
Tailormade Cuban dance/ percussion course in Santiago de Cuba
Whether you are a complete beginner or already know how to dance or play an instrument, these lessons will increase your confidence and leave you feeling really good about yourself! Our tutors are all professionally trained and experienced teachers of Cuban dance, music and percussion at all levels. Their patience, encouragement and sense of fun will soon have you learning with a big smile on your face. You can also combine Spanish and Cuban dance or percussion lessons in both Santiago and Havana.
Group dance holidays in Cuba
We have been running our two-week dance holidays in Santiago de Cuba since 1999. The trips provide a heady cocktail of dance classes; nights out with our Cuban dance partners to live music venues; cultural excursions and visits and plenty of time to just chill out and soak up the Cuban atmosphere. Our dance teachers are all professional dancers from one of Cuba's top national dance companies, Ballet Folklorico Cutumba. A unique feature of our holidays is that everyone has his/her own partner/teacher for every lesson throughout the two weeks. Twice a year we also include an optional 3 day trekking trip to the Pico Turquino National Park in the Sierra Maestra mountains.
Our annual Cuban Music School in Havana, Cuba
Every February since 2001 we have managed a residential Cuban Music School based in the heart of Old Havana. The school is based in a former convent just 2 streets away from Plaza Vieja and within easy walking distance of the other main squares in the historic centre of the city. The course offers a unique opportunity for musicians and singers to spend their days learning and rehearsing with professional Cuban musicians and tutors, with evenings dedicated to visiting live music venues in Havana. The final day concert sees every student on the course playing alongside their Cuban tutors and other local musicians, and it is not unusual for some famous Cuban artistes to come along and join in! Musicians and singers of all ages and levels of ability are welcome.
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