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FALL CLASSES
sept 13 to dec 17
RB FLAMENCO SCHOOL & STUDIO LA PUERTA NEGRA are directed by choreographer/dancer/teacher Rae Bowhay.
Both the school and the studio share the same mandate:
The creation of a warm and stimulating environment dedicated to music and dance collaborations.
Keywords: pleasure, knowledge, assurance,
​individuality, collaboration, love... :)
PALO SECO PLAYGROUND
The focus this session is technique and bulerias. 
PALO SECO PLAYGROUND
In a flamenco dance, after the salida, the letras, the escobillas there is often a moment for the dancer to 'play'. This is the base of what I wish to explore in the fall. From these explorations, we will experiment with how our dance dialogue can interact within various palos, with emphasis on honing our traditional buleria skills.
My plan is to organize practices with live musicians to share together what we are learning! (& break the Buleria 'fear' in a friendly and safe environment :)
LIMIT 12 people per class!
The classes this season will have a strict protocol to respect secure distances.
Each person will have their own block of space for the entire class. We will begin with a warmup for the spine, and finish in bulerias adapted to each level. 
The cuerpo classes will focus more on body training.
The zap classes will focus more on footwork training.
Don't hesitate to contact me if you are not sure what level is best for you!

INSIDE


​& OUT
SUNDAY
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​intermediate
16-17h30
​zap/bul2
14 weeks
sept 13- dec 13
​350$
MONDAY
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​advanced
18-19h30
cuerpo/ bul3
14 weeks
sept 14- dec 14
350$

initiation!
19h30-20h30
*8 weeks
​21 sept - 9 nov
140$
TUESDAY
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​adv/pro
​18-19h30
cuerpo/bul4
14 weeks
sept 15- dec 15
350$
WEDNESDAY
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​elementary
​18-19h30
cuerpo/bul2
14 weeks
sept 16- dec 16
​350$
THURSDAY
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beginner 2
​18-19h3o
​zap/bul1
14 weeks
sept 17- dec 17
350$

advanced
drop-in bulerias 
​19h30-20h30
20$ drop-in
140$ for 8 classes

faq
this list will be updated soon! (covid brings in a new set of variables..)

TRIAL CLASS:
  • You can try any class before registering
RESIGTRATION:
  • You can register via email or telephone. If you are simply curious and wish to see what we do, feel free to drop by the studio! There is a cozy livingroom area from which you can observe a class.
  • The total of the session is payable in one or two installments at the beginning of the session. You can pay at the studio or by e-transfer, following your first or second class.
Are these classes just for women?
​Is there an age limit?
  • Flamenco is for everyone!
WHAt is the best level for me?
  • If you have never done flamenco, start with INITIATION  If you have some experience and are not sure which level to join, you can try any to find the right one for you!
I would like to register for the session, but I will be away for 2 weeks...
  • No problem, if you know in advance, the missed classes will be deducted from the session rate.​
What should I wear?
  • Comfortable clothes (stretchable fabric) and shoes with a hard sole to start.  When you feel ready to invest in flamenco shoes, ask me about options because the best shoes are from Spain!​ ​​
REFUND POLICY:
  • Missed classes will not be refunded. If you need to stop classes for medical or other reasons, a refund or credit of the remaining classes of the session is possible however. Contact me!

MEN ARE WELCOME!!

A friend of mine responded to a fb post of a man dancing flamenco and commented:  "La danse fait les hommes des hommes véritables." She's from Brazil.. 

Here's a funny video 
​on this subject :)