Flamenco Shawl Masterclass
with Maika Jimenez Blanco
Details
DATE: Sunday 13th April
TIME: 13-14
LEVEL: All Levels
PRICE: £20
Discover the elegance and power of the Flamenco shawl (mantón) in this special masterclass! Whether you’re new to using the mantón or looking to refine your technique, this workshop will guide you through the fundamentals of handling the shawl with grace and confidence.
- Learn the essential techniques for moving the mantón from scratch.
- Explore fluid arm and body coordination to enhance your flamenco expression.
- Dance a beautifully choreographed routine incorporating the mantón.
- If you have flamenco shoes and a shawl (mantón), bring them along!
- Otherwise, comfortable shoes and a large shawl or scarf will work perfectly.
Maika is an accomplished flamenco and Spanish dance instructor with over 18 years of international teaching experience. Her passion for dance has taken her from her native Spain to the United States, Mexico, Canada, and the UK, where she has inspired students of all ages to connect with the vibrant art of flamenco. From 2013 to 2018, Maika brought her expertise to Rey Juan Carlos University, leading classes that celebrated the depth and beauty of Spanish dance.
Hailing from Madrid, Maika’s dance journey began at just nine years old with classical ballet and Spanish dance. She honed her craft at the prestigious Karen Taft Dance Academy and the renowned Flamenco Centre “Amor de Dios,” while majoring in Spanish Dance at the Conservatory of Dance in Madrid. In 2003, she earned a certificate in Teaching Methodology Applied to Spanish Dance, marking the start of her dedicated career in dance education.
