Jackie has a genuine approach to the art of teaching, because she remembers what it’s like to be a student.
Through the years she has developed skills to reach her students as individuals and takes them beyond the steps, by incorporating style and expression in an enjoyable, patient and personal way.
Jackie's students are encouraged to be mindful of using their whole body with presence, strength and confidence, all while being challenged and inspired to reach their full potential.
Through the years she has developed skills to reach her students as individuals and takes them beyond the steps, by incorporating style and expression in an enjoyable, patient and personal way.
Jackie's students are encouraged to be mindful of using their whole body with presence, strength and confidence, all while being challenged and inspired to reach their full potential.
New updated September 2020 SESSION SCHEDULE coming soon!
Monday 11:00-12:30pm Advance Plus Level - Solea Choreography and Castanets (by invitation only)
Monday 12:30-2:00pm Beginning Level II – Tangos de Malaga Choreography and Castanets
Monday 7:30-9:00pm Advanced Level - Solea Choreography and Castanets
Wednesday 7:30-9:00pm Intermediate Level I – Caracoles con Abanico Choreography and Castanets
Saturday 12:00-1:30pm Intermediate Level II – Zorongo con Castanets Choreography and Castanets
Saturday 1:30-3:00pm Beginning Level I - Flamenco Technique and Sevillanas
Sunday 1:30-3:00pm Flamenco Fusion – Classical/Jazz/Street/Flamenco Dance Genres
Contact Director Jackie Villegas-MacLin to register!
DoS flamenco class descriptions by beginning level to advance level
Saturday - Beginning Level I, 1:30-3:00pm at Kirkland Dance Center. This Intro level class is for those just entering the world of flamenco dance, or those that would like a more basic understanding of the genre. Students will learn the basic fundamentals and compelling rhythms/forms through clearly explained technique and movement drills, including posture, arms & hands, basic footwork, and step combinations that build coordination and connection to the music. A new student usually continues in the beginning level I class for a year or more.
Monday - Beginning Level II, 12:30-2:00pm is held at Kirkland Dance Center. This class is for flamenco students who are further along in their flamenco studies. Beg Level II students will build on the flamenco foundations at an advance beginning level and learn a group choreography and castanets. Students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. 1-2 years of flamenco experience.
Wednesday – Intermediate Level I, 8:00-9:30pm at International Ballet Academy. Beg/Int Castanets and Body Technique, Choreography/Repertoire. Int. Level I students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. 3-4 years flamenco experience.
Saturday - Intermediate Level II, 12:00-1:30pm at Kirkland Dance Center. Intermediate Upper and Lower Body Technique and Flamenco Choreography/Repertoire and Castanets. Int Level II students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. 4-5 years flamenco experience.
Monday - Advance Flamenco, 7:30-9:00pm at International Ballet Academy Advanced Upper and Lower Body Technique and Flamenco Choreography/Repertoire and Castanets. Adv students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. 5 years or more flamenco experience
Monday - Advance Plus Flamenco, 11:00-12:30pm at Kirkland Dance Center. (By invitation or audition only) Challenging and Fast Paced Advanced Upper and Lower Body Technique and Flamenco Choreography/Repertoire and Castanets. Adv Plus students are members of the performing DoS troupe. 5 years or more flamenco experience.
Sunday - Multi Level Flamenco Fusion, 1:30-3:00pm This is a fun and pulsating class merging flamenco, jazz and latin dance. Dance combinations will include flamenco technique and styling with across the floor work and a lot of great energy. Fusion students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. No experience required.
Monday Nighttime and Wednesday Classes are held at
The International Ballet Academy (IBA), 507 Sixth St. South, Kirkland Wa.
Monday Daytime and Saturdays Classes are held at
Kirkland Dance Center (KDC), 835 Seventh Ave. Kirkland Wa.
Sunday Classes are held at
Kirkland Dance Center (KDC), 835 Seventh Ave. Kirkland Wa.
Saturday - Beginning Level I, 1:30-3:00pm at Kirkland Dance Center. This Intro level class is for those just entering the world of flamenco dance, or those that would like a more basic understanding of the genre. Students will learn the basic fundamentals and compelling rhythms/forms through clearly explained technique and movement drills, including posture, arms & hands, basic footwork, and step combinations that build coordination and connection to the music. A new student usually continues in the beginning level I class for a year or more.
Monday - Beginning Level II, 12:30-2:00pm is held at Kirkland Dance Center. This class is for flamenco students who are further along in their flamenco studies. Beg Level II students will build on the flamenco foundations at an advance beginning level and learn a group choreography and castanets. Students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. 1-2 years of flamenco experience.
Wednesday – Intermediate Level I, 8:00-9:30pm at International Ballet Academy. Beg/Int Castanets and Body Technique, Choreography/Repertoire. Int. Level I students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. 3-4 years flamenco experience.
Saturday - Intermediate Level II, 12:00-1:30pm at Kirkland Dance Center. Intermediate Upper and Lower Body Technique and Flamenco Choreography/Repertoire and Castanets. Int Level II students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. 4-5 years flamenco experience.
Monday - Advance Flamenco, 7:30-9:00pm at International Ballet Academy Advanced Upper and Lower Body Technique and Flamenco Choreography/Repertoire and Castanets. Adv students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. 5 years or more flamenco experience
Monday - Advance Plus Flamenco, 11:00-12:30pm at Kirkland Dance Center. (By invitation or audition only) Challenging and Fast Paced Advanced Upper and Lower Body Technique and Flamenco Choreography/Repertoire and Castanets. Adv Plus students are members of the performing DoS troupe. 5 years or more flamenco experience.
Sunday - Multi Level Flamenco Fusion, 1:30-3:00pm This is a fun and pulsating class merging flamenco, jazz and latin dance. Dance combinations will include flamenco technique and styling with across the floor work and a lot of great energy. Fusion students are given the option of performing with the DoS troupe. No experience required.
Monday Nighttime and Wednesday Classes are held at
The International Ballet Academy (IBA), 507 Sixth St. South, Kirkland Wa.
Monday Daytime and Saturdays Classes are held at
Kirkland Dance Center (KDC), 835 Seventh Ave. Kirkland Wa.
Sunday Classes are held at
Kirkland Dance Center (KDC), 835 Seventh Ave. Kirkland Wa.
