Here is some information and tips to help you in your study of flamenco dance! Don’t hesitate to contact Lexi (lexi@reflejosflamencos.com) if you have any questions.
What should I bring to Flamenco dance class?
Women/girls should wear fitted top or leotard, full ankle-length skirt, flamenco or character shoes and bring a water bottle. Men/boys should wear a T-shirt, exercise pants, flamenco boots and bring a water bottle. Hair should be pulled back away from face.
What kind of shoes should I wear in dance class?
For Children or Beginners who are still deciding if they are going to stick with flamenco dance, black character shoes (Brands: Capezio (approx. $20-$60)) are very adequate substitutes for flamenco shoes. Black character shoes can be purchased online or at any local dance store. Check out this link for a very affordable alternative to high end flamenco shoes: http://www.allaboutdance.com/Capezio-Flamenco-Character-Shoe-FLM10?sc=2&category=91
For Intermediate or Advanced Dancers, Semi-Professional or Professional Flamenco shoes (Brands: Gallardo, Menkes, Coral, among others (approx. $80-$200)) will be ideal. You will definitely be able to tell a difference in comfort, durability and the sound that the shoes can produce!
More Shoe Questions!
Q: How high is too high for flamenco shoe heels? A: I do not recommend heels higher than 2 inches which can cause back strain and stress on the ankles.
Q: Suede leather vs. Smooth leather shoes? A: Both are good. Suede is more comfortable to break in, but suede will also wear out faster than smooth leather.
Local Dance Supply Stores (for character shoes, leotards, lyrical skirts)
Trippets (26th & Harvard; (918) 742-7384)
Quest (101st & Sheridan; (918) 296-0090)
Checkers (61st & Memorial; (918) 254-9669)
Online Flamenco Dance Supply Stores (for flamenco shoes, skirts, dresses, accessories)
www.flamencoclosetcreations.com
http://www.allaboutdance.com/
Lexi Allen is the Artistic Director of FlamencoTULSA, and dancer/choreographer for Reflejos Flamencos and FlamencoTULSA.