[City of Menlo Park] Recreation Presents flamenco classes for children and Adults
Arrillaga Family Rec. Center
No class 4/4 or 7/4
Arrillaga Family Rec. Center
Children 2012 classes information
Fees $96/$128 res/non
Day/Time5:00 -6:00PM
Session date: 1/8 -3/73/14-5/9 5/16-7/11
Class codes 2041.301 2041.3022041.401
Adult 2012 classes information
Fees $96/$128 res/non
Day/Time6:30 -& 7:30 PMBeg. Beg /Intermediate
Session date: 1/8 -3/73/14-5/9 5/16-7/11
Class codes 1041.301 1041.3021041.401
Arrillaga Family Rec. Center
flamenco for Kids !
Flamenco dance classes from Spain with Rubina Valenzuela
Wednesdays,
6 and 8 weeks sessions/ guitar accompanient
flamenco-intro/ Time : 5:00 to 6:00
Parents participation is welcome! (at no charge)
Pre-registration required
Fees: $96 $129 non-residents
$20 drop in
Introduction to Flamenco Dance and Song from Spain for children
(Ages kindergartners to Elementary school ages.
Parents are welcome to participate with their children! We will teach basic rhythm and dance skills, with some singing and Palmas (hand clapping). A simple choreography. This dance is used in all festivals in Spain. Class will be conducted in Spanish and English enabling the children to learn simple Spanish words and dance language commands. The songs are in Spanish and the children will learn verses to the dance. Video clipping of children dancing in Spain will be part of the course. Ages 5 to 11
$20 drop ins fee. Please visitwww.flamencarubina.comfor more information. Pre-registration required
Instructor: R. Valenzuela, Location: Burgess Recreation Center
people can register online at www.menlopark.org/registration , via mail or fax, or by coming in to the Burgess Recreation Center. Registration now.!
Burgess Recreation Center Arrillaga Family Rec. Center
Menlo Park flamenco dance classes with Instructor Rubina Valenzuela
Adults classes beginning and Intermediate
Burgress recreation Center Wednesdays
8 weeks sessions
Each session has it's own activity No.
Technique and choregography flamenco
beginning/intro 6:30 to 7:30
Intermediate flamenco class 7:30 to 8:30
6 and 8 weeks sessions/ guitar accompanient all dance and song classes
Pre-registration required
starting now!
price: $94 res
Non res $ 128
online at www.menlopark.org/registration , via mail or fax, or by coming in to the Burgess Recreation Center. Registration now.!
Drops ins $ 20.00
Students Materials: females- a pair of comfortable, low heeled street shoes one or two inch heel in height. Capezio “character” shoes. No spike heels or metal tip shoes allowed. A thicker Cuban type is preferred. Males- leather soled lace-up or low heeled boots. No tennis shoes of loafer styles. T-shirt and comfortable pants or jeans.
see links for information on flamenco shoes / flamenco shirts and dresses.
Flamenco - Intro/Beginning This course is intended for students with little or no prior Flamenco Experience. Training in footwork, posture, rhythm, and technique with some simple choreography. All are well come!
Flamenco – Intermediate/advance This course is intended for students who have some prior experience in Flamenco dance or other type of dance who desire to learn Or improve their technical skills. We will develop students' abilities to do foot; arm, and body work and create more challenging choreography
City of Menlo Park group class
Santa Clara, CA; private classes only
City of Palo Alto private classes only at this time and Will resume group classes soon!
New!
Private classes for children and adult by appointment at your home or studio of your choice. By appointment with Rubina Valenzuela . Saturdays .
areas are Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Santa Cruz, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Redwood city, Menlo Atheron, Los Gatos, San Jose, California
write or call 650-906-2091 or
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See below for Dates & address for all classes
Photos by Laura Hamilton
.....Rubina Valenzuela: Sharing her passion for Flamenco with children and adults through new dance classes at Burgess Today marks the first day of registration for Menlo Park’s fall recreation classes for city residents. And dance teacher Rubina Valenzuela hopes that would-be students don’t delay signing up. She’s looking forward to introducing flamenco to a new crop of students and wants to ensure that class minimums are met before lessons start on September 8. Rubina’s new class, Flamenco for Kids, debuted in Menlo Park over the summer, and it was a big hit with kids and parents alike. The class teaches children ages 5 to 11 basic rhythms and choreography of the traditional Spanish dance. Rubina conducts the lessons in a blend of Spanish and English so that students can learn simple Spanish words and dance commands.
This combination of dancing, singing, and Spanish language has been a draw for many of her summer students who are part of the District’s new Spanish Immersion program. Many had learned about the class because Rubina has worked with some of the District’s teachers on special lessons and events, like Encinal’s school-wide Cultural Arts Day, which featured Spain. We had the opportunity to sit in on one of Rubina’s summer sessions and were quickly drawn in to the fun and immersive experience. As it often does, the lesson featured flamenco guitarist John Richter, one of Rubina’s long-time collaborators. After gathering in a circle to review songs and rhythms, it was time to practice dancing — parents included. A little awkwardly at first, they attempted to keep up with the kids. “Having the parents also dance helps them to help the kids, and everyone has fun,” explains Rubina.
From Menlo Park to Spain and back again Rubina, who has raised her own five children and now grandchildren here, has been practicing her craft for 30 years. Following a life-long dream, she had the opportunity to study in Spain and has had a successful dance career locally and abroad. Today, however, she no longer performs as a dancer but concentrates on teaching and running her production company. Along with the children’s class, Rubina will also teach adult flamenco classes (beginner and intermediate) at Burgess. She hopes all of the classes will become popular with the local community, but beyond that she has another wish, “My dream is to have an after school program where I could work with the children all year and conclude with a performance.” Note: Registration for non-residents opens now!
Summary of what will be taught to all classes. Note:
Beginners’/intermediate/advance adults
Rubina Valenzuela PO Box 782 Menlo Park, Ca 94025
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for more information
www.flamencarubina.com
Call with questions 650-906-2091
Note: Studio and time of class may change please check website for update
Rubina Valenzuela P.O. Box 782 Menlo Park, Ca 94026
Flamenco dancing and singing classes: in the United States: Menlo Park, Palo Alto, Santa Clara CA.
For other dates and locations,
please call: 650-906-2091 - United States (California)
Spain (Seville) write to:
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[All levels of flamenco classes,] Rubina, does referrals and recommendations for other instructors in the U.S. and in Spain. This includes flamenco guitar, lessons and singing. Rubina will set up flamenco group classes for student’s in:( US (with teachers from Spain) or with instructors in,
Seville - Spain
Madrid Spain
- In Dance students learn the language of the arm, body position, feet and, most importantly, beat or rhythm.
- The student will learn to recognize singing styles of singing and singing theory
Rubina Valenzuela Experience flamenco dance and song classes with Rubina Valenzuela! Rubina has been dancing flamenco for over 30 years, and has studied with some of the greatest instructors in Spain: Concha Vargas, El Torombo, Angelita Vargas, Juana Amaya, and Pepa Montes. She has also performed for 4 years in one of the most traditional flamenco clubs in Seville, the “La Carboneria”. She is well known in California as a flamenco singer. Rubina draws from this rich palette to produce moving and exciting classes, and brings the soul of Andalucía traditional flamenco into the environment.
Provider Name Rubina Valenzuela
City, State, Zip: Sevilla, Spain, 41003
Phone: 650-906-2091 US
Email:
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Teaching Location: At multiple studios, At student's home
Pricing: Per Lesson Per Hour, Per Month
Services Offered: Flamenco Dance; referrals, school demos, concerts, weddings, house parties this includes teaching groups. Private classes, Sets up workshops in Spain and US This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it
Biography
The student will be invited to understand the language of Flamenco through baile, cante, compás and toque, to further understand the relationship and interaction among the singing, dance and music. This involves learning both theory and exercises to enable the student to participate at juergas (a fiesta performance).
- In Dance the student will learn the language of arm work, body position, footwork and, most importantly, compás or rhythm
- In Cante the student will learn to recognize styles of Cante and cante theory
Basic Flamenco Students are invited to further understand and practice the language of Flamenco, emphasizing understanding of the structure, rhythm, style and interpretation. Students will have chosen their particular area of interest in baile, cante or toque and will be prepared to participate in juergas (a fiesta performance).
- Dance, footwork patterns and their application to various rhythms - floor exercises with arm and body movements - Cante - Toque
Intermediate/Advanced Flamenco Students are invited to further enhance their flamenco skills in one of the three areas of interest. Students are encouraged to participate in a culminating performance or juerga. - Dance, emphasis on footwork patterns and the application of various rhythms, floor exercises, with turns and body movements and the use of the mantón. Students will learn choreography and the relationship between cante and baile.
Summary:
Introduction to flamenco Dance from Spain /Beg
With Rubina Valenzuela
This course is intended for students with little or no prior flamenco experience. Training in footwork, posture, rhythm and technique with some simple choreography Guitar accompaniment will join some of the classes. www.flamencarubina.com
Beginner /Intermediate flamenco dance
With Rubina Valenzuela
This course is intended for students who have some prior experience in flamenco dance who desire to improve their technical skills. We will develop students’ abilities to do foot, arm and body work and created a more challenging choreography. Guitar accompaniment will join some of the classes. www.flamencarubina.com
Students Materials: females- a pair of comfortable, low heeled street shoes one or two inch heel in height. Capezio “character” shoes. No spike heels or metal tip shoes allowed. A thicker Cuban type is preferred. Males- leather soled lace-up or low heeled boots. No tennis shoes of loafer styles. T-shirt and comfortable pants or jeans.
see links for information on flamenco shoes / flamenco shirts and dresses.
