FLAMENCO IN JUNE (12, 13,19,20)

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Summer workshops are a great time to enjoy flamenco by working on different areas of technique, stretch and strength, rhythm and compas.  The levels are more general during the summer so feel free to email me if you are not sure what class you should take.

BEGINNER FLAMENCO: THURSDAY, JUNE 12 AND 19TH FROM 6:45 – 8:00PM! SINGLE CLASS $25 OR TWO CLASSES FOR $45 (1.5 hrs)

Thursday, June 13th and 20th

Beginner Flamenco

6:45-8:00pm

For new students interested in starting flamenco as well as continuing students that are currently still in their first year of training. (Rumba levels)

Registration:  $25 for a single class or $45 for both classes.

E Transfer to vscannura@gmail.com

Join us for an immersive flamenco dance experience in our comprehensive workshop intensives, extended versions of our regular classes. Our spacious loft studios in the heart of Toronto’s historic Stockyards area provide the perfect setting for an unforgettable experience. Our classes are accompanied by the live flamenco guitar of renowned musician Roger Scannura and the class is led by Artistic Director Valerie Scannura with over 30 years of teaching and performing experience.

Check out this video of one of our beginner classes:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/X5JDMrcsHVo

Wednesday, June 12th and June 19th, 2024

Elementary/Intermediate Technique

6:45-8:00pm

This is the class for those who have just finished Tangos and Bulerias levels.  We will be working on all areas of technique like arms, hands, footwork, stretch and strength. 

Registration:  $25 for single class or $45 for both classes.

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Advanced Flamenco Technique

8:00-9:15pm

For the Advanced students who have currently been in Garrotin

Registration:  $25 for a single class or $45 for both classes.

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Thursday, June 13th and 20th

Beginner Flamenco

6:45-8:00pm

For new students interested in starting flamenco as well as continuing students that are currently still in their first year of training. (Rumba levels)

Registration:  $25 for a single class or $45 for both classes.

E Transfer to vscannura@gmail.com

ELEMENTARY/INTER FLAMENCO WEDNESDAY JUNE 12 AND 19 FROM 6:45 – 8:00PM ADVANCED FLAMENCO ON WEDNESDAY JUNE 12 AND 19 FROM 8:00-9:15PM
BEGINNER FLAMENCO ON THURSDAY JUNE 13 AND JUNE 20 FROM 6:45 – 8:00PM
REGISTRATION IS $25 FOR A SINGLE CLASS OR $45 FOR TWO CLASSES.

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

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Valerie Scannura

The Ritmo Flamenco Dance & Music Ensemble was formed in 1995 by Valerie Scannura (Artistic Director, Choreographer, Dancer) and Roger Scannura (Music Director, flamenco guitarist).  Since then, she has performed in concerts and festivals worldwide.  A graduate of the National Ballet School’s Teacher Training Program, she began her studies in flamenco in Toronto before travelling to Spain to further absorb ideas and training methods at various centers such as Madrid, and Jerez de la Frontera, Granada.  She has also attended flamenco festivals in Albuquerque, New Mexico and New York City.   Her work has received praise by critics and arts presenters and she has spearheaded many projects for the company while guest teaching at several professional dance institutions like Canada’s National Ballet School, Canadian Contemporary Dance Theatre and the Quinte Ballet School of Canada.  Proving that flamenco is bred in the bone, her daughter Anjelica is Co-Artistic Director of the company and is a successor of her work as she is an award-winning choreographer and Valerie’s artistic partner.  More information at www.ritmoflamenco.net


“The talented dancers rivet the eye with their commitment and Valeria, as always is a compelling performer.”

“Flamenco concerts can sometimes by formulaic but Ritmo Flamenco refuses to fall into that trap.”

“Flamenco concerts can sometimes by formulaic but Ritmo Flamenco refuses to fall into that trap.”

Roger Scannura Flamenco Guitarist/Composer

Roger Scannura is an internationally recognized and award-winning flamenco guitarist and a leading exponent of Nuevo Flamenco.  Scannura was born on the history drenched island of Malta.  His early schooling began at the Franciscan Monastery of St. Theresa where he was tutored in European history and fine art restoration.  He has been immersed in music since early childhood and mastered the techniques and nuances of flamenco guitar while under the auspices of Pepe Habichuela and other gypsy masters.  Scannura is the founder of the Toronto based music and dance company Ritmo Flamenco which was founded alongside his wife, Artistic Director Valerie Scannura in 1995.  He has composed and released 9 CD’s of music spanning genres of flamenco and his music has been featured in both film and television.  Besides touring in concerts and festivals throughout the world, highlights of his career have been performing for dignitaries like the Prime Minister of both Malta and Canada and for celebrities such as Sting and Russell Crowe.  Roger is currently a course director at York University where he teaches flamenco guitar.  More information about Roger can be found at www.rogerscannura.ca

“a gifted composer whose music is as beautiful as it is haunting” The Globe and Mail

“rarely is flamenco guitar played so eloquently with just the right amount of passion and grace”  20th Century Guitar Magazine

Feria de Flamenco

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There are only a few tickets left to see this amazing performance featuring over 35 flamenco dancers from the school of Ritmo Flamenco and professional members of the company! Email vscannura@gmail.com to check availability.

Spring Beginner Flamenco

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Mondays from 8:00-9:00pm                  NEW and Returning students

INTRODUCTION TO FLAMENCO  

April 8 – May 13 (no class Easter Monday, April 1 and Victoria Day, May 20th)

Registration:  $120 for 6 wks (inclusive)

This is the perfect class for absolute beginners with no experience in flamenco dance or for those already registered from the Winter Term.    All the techniques of flamenco will be covered and students will also learn a fun choreography called “Rumba Flamenca”  Students can wear any comfortable workout clothes and shoes with a bit of heel that fit securely on the foot.

More info upon registration by emailing vscannura@gmail.com

E TRANSFER to vscannura@gmail.com

Direct PayPal link: https://www.paypal.me/ritmoflamenco

New Classes for Beginners

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Mondays from 8:00-9:00pm                  NEW!!

INTRODUCTION TO FLAMENCO  MARCH 18 – MAY 13

Registration:  $135 for 7 wks (inclusive)

This is the perfect class for absolute beginners with no experience in flamenco dance or for those already registered from the Winter Term.    All the techniques of flamenco will be covered and students will also learn a fun choreography called “Rumba Flamenca”  Students can wear any comfortable workout clothes and shoes with a bit of heel that fit securely on the foot.

More info upon registration by emailing vscannura@gmail.com

E TRANSFER to vscannura@gmail.com

Direct PayPal link: https://www.paypal.me/ritmoflamenco


Still time to register for Intro to Flamenco for Monday, January 22nd!

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If you missed our first class – don’t worry as there are new students starting this coming week on Monday, January 22nd. You can register for 7 weeks at $126! Check out our last Intro to Flamenco from the fall term and you can see how great flamenco dance at Ritmo Flamenco is:! Email vscannura@gmail.com or text 416 707-9164 and I will get back to you right away!

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/QJOH9ydQ1Ig

New students interested in learning flamenco can start Monday, January 15 from 8-9pm at Toronto’s most innovative studios with FREE PARKING, at 100 Symes Rd, Suite 201, Toronto, ON. We are a hidden gem in a former industrial building that now houses several breweries and art house studios! Ritmo Flamenco is on the 2nd floor and is an authentic loft space with high ceilings and tons of flamenco atmosphere!Email vscannura@gmail.com for an information package.

NEW INTRO TO FLAMENCO starting January 15, 2024

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Our next start date for Introduction to Flamenco is Mondays from 8-9pm starting January 15, 2024. Registration is $145 for the 8 week course on the following dates.

Monday, January 15, January 22, January 29, February 5, February 12, (no class Feb 19), February 26, no class March 4 and 11, March 18, March 25

This class is very popular and spaces fill up fast so to confirm you spot, please send an E Transfer to vscannura@gmail.com

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lCr1n1GuUvI