Flamenco Residential Weekends

The Flamenco Residential Weekends are immersive experiences designed for both experienced dancers and those new to flamenco. For anyone who would like to improve/ begin their technique, learn exciting choreography, and delve into the cultural depth of flamenco, all within a friendly, supportive and inspiring environment. Whether you are an experienced dancer or just starting, these weekends are carefully crafted to meet the needs of every participant.

The weekends include focused sessions on bodywork, footwork, turns, and choreography. You’ll also explore the history and essence of the flamenco style being taught, known as a palo, enhancing your connection to the dance. Each class is accompanied by a live flamenco guitarist and singer, ensuring you experience the vibrant energy and passion of flamenco in its authentic form.

A Unique and Enriching Experience

Held three to four times a year, the weekends take place in beautiful rural venues. In the winter and spring, we use a stunning venue in North Devon. The accommodation is spacious and comfortable, set amidst wooded grounds with breathtaking views. It offers excellent facilities, including underfloor heating, endless hot water, and ample light-filled spaces for dancing. In warmer months the event is held in an equally stunning rural location, with camping & glamping options.

In addition to the flamenco classes, the weekends offer optional morning Qi Gong and yoga sessions, both included in the course price. These help prepare your body and mind for the day ahead, and stretch out after. Participants are also treated to delicious, fully catered homemade meals, with an endless supply of tea, coffee, herbal teas, and mouthwatering cakes. All choreography learned during the weekend is supported by video recordings, allowing you to continue practicing at home.

The event fosters a warm and welcoming community spirit. From the Friday evening gathering with shared food and music to the Saturday night party featuring live music, dancing, and a fun fancy dress option, every aspect of the weekend is designed to create joy and connection. There’s even a charity clothes swap on Friday evening and the option to extend your stay through Sunday night at no extra charge.

Travel Details

Winter/Spring: The venue is easily accessible, with the nearest bus and train station located in a few minutes away in Okehampton. Summer/Autumn: Nearest stations Creditoion & Exeter. Ample on site parking

Lifts from station to the venue can be arranged, and there’s ample on-site parking. Lift shares from various parts of the UK are also often organized via a dedicated WhatsApp group set up for attendees.

Pricing: Weekend Course fully Catered

Early Bird
- Beginners Option: £180 (three hours/day)
- Full Course: £200 (up to four and a half hours/day)

Standard Price
- Beginners Option: £200
- Full Course: £220

Winter Accommodation Prices

(Per person for the full weekend):

Shared Room: £95
Shared En-Suite: £115
Small Non En-Suite Single: £120
En-Suite Single: £145

Summer Accommodation Prices

(per person for full weekend)

Camping: £60
Glamping from: £150

Non-dancing partners or friends may also join at a reduced cost (please enquire for details).

Additional Activities

For those attending in the warmer months, we occasionally organize wild swimming trips. On-site massage therapists are available throughout the weekend for an additional charge, and these can be booked in advance or during the event.

What people said about Flamenco Residentials

“This is a really special weekend suitable for all levels. The weekend is hosted by Karina. Very friendly community of dancers from all walks of life and with an endless supply of homemade cakes, tea, and coffee in between the delicious food! In short, flamenco is just one part of what makes these weekends special, which is why I’m happy to drive hours from London to get to them!!!”

“People at the weekend were very helpful to beginners. All very sociable and keen to give you advice.”

“Wonderful weekends. Karina makes everyone welcome and is so adept at teaching all levels. I learn so much to add to my usual dance plus a new choreo! Excellent winter venue, comfy beds, and so much space. Food amazing, really fun Saturday night parties!”

"Karina’s flamenco weekend retreats offer the beginner and more advanced dancer an opportunity to immerse themselves in a glorious flamenco bubble full of dance, music, song, delicious food and friendly company. Teaching is skilful, inclusive and supportive. Sessions are graded to suit a range of abilities and there’s the added bonus of live musicians to create an authentic experience."

They are also a retreat into the countryside with wild swimming on the doorstep. You are given precise instructions on how to get there, timing & what to bring. Very comfortable. Couldn’t be easier!"

Karina’s positive, supportive classes are completely life enhancing for me. As a tall woman, lacking in body confidence I was once told I was too tall to dance. Now I am learning to move joyfully in the body I am blessed to have, improve my posture, learn sound technique and have fun!

Flamenco is a very important part of my life, and Karina's residential flamenco camps really are special.I love Karina's choreographies, dancing with old friends and new ones, and the parties we have after class. I wouldn't miss one of these camps for anything!

For further details, contact Karina Gracia at:

📞 07813 990937
📧 danceflamenco@live.com
Or send a direct message on Facebook/Instagram.