Flamenco, Sevillanas and Spanish Dance in London

Flamenco Dance Classes for Beginners at Danceworks every Sunday!

We will work on the placement of the body, the perception of the rhythm, clapping, footwork, movements of arms and head.

Choreography depending on the level: Alegrías, Bulerías, Tangos, etc.

We will learn or perfect the four Sevillanas.

If you have dancing shoes and clothes, bring them. Otherwise, don't worry, just feel comfortable to dance!

When?

Every Sunday

Time: 12:00 - 13:00

Where?

Danceworks

16 Balderton St, London W1K 6TN

Studio 4

Nearest Tube stations:

Bond St.

Marble Arch

Cost?

£12 per class.

Book here:

https://danceworks.com/london/classes/timetable/

Class bookings become available 7 days in advance.

Online bookings close 15 minutes before the class starts but you can book in person up to the start time.

Waiting lists are available.

About Maika:

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 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 from the tender age of nine.

Maika studied at Karen Taft Dance Academy and Flamenco Centre “Amor de Dios”, majoring in Spanish Dance at 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, Alfonso Losa, La Lupi, Rojas and Rodriguez.

Maika co-founded the company Spanish Flamenco Tour, based in Miami (USA), a business dedicated to promoting flamenco and Spanish culture, to a local audience. Adding more strings to her bow, Maika embarked on a Master´s Degree in Leadership and Management of Cultural Projects at Institute of Dance “Alicia Alonso”, Rey Juan Carlos University. Her final master’s project was based on the promotion of Spanish dance, receiving a First-Class Degree.

Maika’s classes are designed to extract every student’s natural ability to dance and show them how wonderful and fun, this art form is.

If you already know the basics of Sevillanas and you’d love to feel more confident, expressive and fluid when dancing, this course is for you! Join a warm, supportive group and continue your Sevillanas journey with rhythm, joy and authentic Spanish flair.

Over this course we will:
✨ Refine coordination and technique
✨ Improve styling and posture
✨ Build musicality and confidence
✨ Work on smoother transitions and partner awareness
✨ Dance with alegría, expression and connection

This is ideal for dancers who:
✔️ Have previously learned Sevillanas basics
✔️ Want to polish, strengthen and feel more natural dancing
✔️ Enjoy Spanish culture, music and community spirit
✔️ Love learning in a friendly and uplifting atmosphere

📅 Sundays – 11 January to 15 February
⏰ 13:00 – 14:00
📍 Danceworks London
🎟️ Limited spaces – booking essential
https://www.danceworks.com/sevillanascourse/

Whether you want to dance socially at ferias, cultural events or simply enjoy dancing for yourself, this course will help you dance with greater elegance, confidence and joy.

Come dance with us and feel the spirit of Spain in London! 🌺
If you have any questions, feel free to message