Flamenco classes in Barcelona

Flora Albaicín

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Flora Albaicín runs Spain’s oldest flamenco school in Barcelona.

For decades, the school has transmitted tradition, rigor, and artistic excellence through its flamenco classes.

Flora made her stage debut at the age of six at the Palau de la Música in Barcelona

She performed alongside her mother, the also renowned flamenco dancer Flora Albaicín, who introduced flamenco to this prestigious venue.

Since then, Flora Albaicín has maintained an uninterrupted artistic career, performing in major theaters—from the Teatre Grec of Barcelona to international stages—presenting the tradition of flamenco to audiences around the world.

Flora Albaicin complemented her artistic training with formal studies in music theory, solfège, singing, and piano at the Conservatory of the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona.

Also, she pursued studies in Dance Medicine at the University of Alcalá de Henares.

She is internationally recognized for the power of her zapateado footwork and the elegance of her hands movements.

As a choreographer, she focuses on respecting the cante and the rhythmic structure (compás).

Flora has served as the public image for Andalucía Televisión and the Osborne brand, and has participated in various productions including special dance programs for RAI Television and documentaries such as Akí hay Kaló by Israel Ramírez, a film exploring the history of the gipsy people.

In 2008, she was commissioned to compose the soundtrack for Freixenet’s international advertising campaign, which gained global media attention and great success.

Also, she choreographed the theatrical production of Federico Garcia Lorca La Casa de Bernarda Alba, directed by Joan Guaski, creating a score built around flamenco footwork that accompanied the entire dramatic narrative of the performance. The production was extended for several months due to its success.

Later in 2010 she collaborated with Anna Tarrés, introducing flamenco choreography into synchronized swimming for the first time at a professional level.

Flora prepared the Spanish national team for the London 2012 Olympic Games, where their flamenco-inspired choreography earned the Silver Medal.

During the same Olympic Games, the technical routine was performed to the piece Zapateado Flamenco, previously recorded by Flora Albaicín

Teaching has been a central dimension of her artistic career.

Continuing the legacy initiated by her mother, she has dedicated herself to the international promotion of flamenco culture and has collaborated with artists from many musical genres, including the legendary rock band Metallica.

She is also regularly invited to universities around the world to present seminars, workshops, and lectures on flamenco dance.

Flora Albaicin has a deep passion for the equestrian world. She owns a breeding program for sport horses developed from prestigious bloodlines including Pablo Hermoso de Mendoza, Paul Schockemöhle, Ortigão Costa, and Miguel Ángel de Cárdenas.

Her interest in equestrian arts led to a commission to choreograph a bulería for the Spanish vaulting team at the European Championship in Germany, where the performance received great recognition.

She also studied photography at the Escuela Industrial de Barcelona, a discipline that influences her work when designing stage environments and visual concepts for performance.

Her studies and passion for music and flamenco singing have also led her to train with voice specialists and collaborate on various recording projects.

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Flora Albaicín

FLAMENCO LESSONS IN BARCELONA

Upcoming Course 2026

🔵 New Flamenco Intensive Course
 June/July

Monday 29th – Friday July 10th

Ten consecutive days, one hour each afternoon.

The regular courses began on September 29th, 2025 and continue until the final week of June 2026.

Please contact us for information about enrollment and the possibility of joining the program.

Private lessons provide the most direct and effective way to study flamenco through personalized instruction.

Students may choose individual sessions or small group lessons. Flamenco training is offered as one-to-one instruction, while Sevillanas lessons may be taken by a maximum of two participants.

Therefore, individualized work, students develop technique, musicality, and expressive depth while gaining a deeper understanding of flamenco as a living artistic tradition.

Private lessons last one hour and must be scheduled in advance. Sessions are available throughout the year starting from 16:00.

The intensive program offers focused training designed to develop both technical precision and expressive depth.

Students work with Flora Albaicín one hour each afternoon from Monday to Friday during the two-week course.

Students enrolled in the school may attend theoretical seminars exploring the history and cultural foundations of flamenco.

Throughout the year the academy organizes lectures and practical sessions related to stage performance, helping students understand the origins and expressive power of flamenco.

For those unable to attend in person, the school offers online instruction.

In this way, students may study flamenco remotely through live sessions via Skype with Flora Albaicín, allowing them to ask questions and practice from home while receiving direct guidance from the instructor.

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INSTITUTO DE FLAMENCO FLORA ALBAICÍN:

PREMIO NACIONAL DE FLAMENCO

The Flora Albaicín Institute is officially recognized as the oldest active flamenco school in the world.

Flora Albaicín Method has received the National Flamenco Award from the Chair of Flamencology of Jerez de la Frontera.

Our teaching method emphasizes a deep understanding of the rhythmic structures (compases) that form the foundation of flamenco.

Instruction begins with the study of cante traditions and musical metrics. Groups are intentionally kept small to ensure close attention to each student.

However, all choreographies are developed and tested with live guitar accompaniment, allowing students to achieve genuine artistic freedom rather than simply copying movements.

Special emphasis is placed on body expression and theatrical presence.

The relationship between theater and flamenco is not accidental. The expressive triad of flamenco—cante, baile, and guitarra—contains an extraordinarily rich expressive repertoire that we explore through tradition and theatrical understanding inspired by the Actors Studio in New York.

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DANCE COMPANY

 

Flora Albaicín directs her own dance company, presenting performances in theaters around the world.

The company also produces flamenco events for private performances, conferences, conventions, cultural festivals, and flamenco weddings.

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Hay mucho salero en el taconeo de Flora Albaicín, y mucha oscuridad.

Diego Torres, Periodista, El País

Many thanks to two artists:

Flora Albaicin for keeping me sane for the last four years, and Michael Caine for his advice on turning a disadvantage into an advantage. You will never know how much you have helped me.

Sinem Eryilmaz, philosopher

(University of Chicago), 2010

Frequently Asked Questions –

Flamenco Classes in Barcelona

No previous experience is required. Our classes are designed for all levels, from complete beginners to advanced dancers. Each student receives personalized guidance to ensure steady and confident progress.

A long skirt and flamenco shoes are recommended to fully experience flamenco technique and aesthetics. However, if you do not have them, we provide all necessary material free of charge during the class.

Yes, we offer classes specifically designed for beginners. You will be introduced to the essential rhythms, posture, and footwork of flamenco in a structured and supportive environment.

Yes, private lessons are available in Barcelona. These sessions offer a highly personalized approach, allowing you to progress faster while focusing on your individual goals.

Flamenco is a rich and expressive art form that develops over time. However, with regular practice, most students begin to feel comfortable with basic rhythms and movements after just a few classes.

Yes, we offer intensive courses throughout the year. These programs are ideal for students who wish to deepen their technique and artistic expression in a short period of time.

Yes, we offer live online classes. This allows students from around the world to experience authentic flamenco training with direct guidance from the instructor.

Our school is located in Barcelona, near Gaudi's Park Güell, in a central and well-connected area. It is just a 5-minute walk from Lesseps station on the green metro line (L3), and only 10 minutes by metro from Las Ramblas. This location makes it especially convenient for students looking for flamenco classes near Park Güell or in central Barcelona.

If you are visiting Barcelona for a short stay, we recommend booking private lessons, available as one-to-one sessions or in small groups, as well as intensive courses. However, regular group classes follow a structured program and are not suitable for short-term participation.

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FLORA ALBAICÍN

Calle Vallirana 71-73 - 08006 Barcelona
Mobile: 675 081 799
info@flora-albaicin.com

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