Flamenco hat masterclass

Flamenco Hat Masterclass

with Maika Jimenez Blanco

Masterclass details

  • Day : Sunday 12th January
  • Level: all levels
  • Time: 13:00 – 14:00
  • Fee: £20

Classes bookable HERE from one week ahead.

Masterclass description

Dive into the world of Flamenco and add a touch of elegance to your dance repertoire with our Flamenco Hat Masterclass. This unique class is designed to help you master the artistry and technical precision needed to dance with one of Flamenco’s most iconic accessories: the sombrero cordobés, or Flamenco hat. Whether you’re a seasoned Flamenco dancer or a passionate beginner, this masterclass will teach you how to integrate the hat seamlessly into your dance with grace, poise, and expressive flair.
What You’ll Learn:
  • Hat Handling Techniques: Develop control, fluidity, and precision in handling the hat, ensuring each movement enhances your dance.
  • Styling and Poses: Explore traditional and contemporary Flamenco poses that make the hat an extension of your personal expression.
  • Cultural Insights: Gain an understanding of the history and significance of the hat in Flamenco, enriching your appreciation for this captivating art form.
  • Choreographed Sequences: Practice powerful sequences with the hat, incorporating traditional Flamenco rhythms and building coordination between footwork, arms, and hat handling.
Note: Hats will be provided for participants, but if you have your own Flamenco hat, feel free to bring it along!
This masterclass is more than just technique—it’s an opportunity to express your individuality while honoring a centuries-old tradition. Whether you aim to perfect your stage presence, bring new life to your Flamenco practice, or simply enjoy the artistry, this class offers an immersive, culturally rich experience that will elevate you      r dance.

Biography

Maika is a flamenco and Spanish dance teacher with more than 17 years of experience, teaching adults and children in Spain, the United States of America, Mexico, Canada, and the UK. She also led flamenco classes at Rey Juan Carlos University from 2013 to 2018.

Born and raised in Madrid (Spain), she began studying ballet and Spanish dance at the tender age of nine.

Maika studied at Karen Taft Dance Academy and Flamenco Centre “Amor de Dios”, majoring in Spanish Dance at the Conservatory of Dance in Madrid. In 2003, she was awarded a certificate in Teaching Methodology Applied to Spanish Dance and then focused her career on dance education. Maika has continued her professional training alongside teachers including Antonio Canales, La Lupi, Alfonso Losa, María Juncal, and Rojas y Rodriguez.