The Flamenco Centre, Canberra

Dress Code, What to Wear

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ENTRY LEVEL DRESS CODE:
  • New beginners may wear their own casual clothes in the first Term, as long as they allow a good range of movement in class (eg sports pants, T-shirt). Nevertheless, students are advised if possible to wear hard leather shoes with a strong supportive heel + closed toes for protection, or light boots with a chunky heel or cuban heel, as this helps the execution of footwork technique. Women should wear a full circle skirt to get a better grasp of the specific skirt techniques of the women's technique.

  • Bulky upper clothing and padded shoulders are discouraged, as they don't allow the teacher to monitor the student's torso and neck/shoulder area for correct technique.  Long hair must be tied away from the face for the same reason.

  • Please don't spend money on new clothes in your first term - better to wait until you're sure you wish to continue, then invest in appropriate flamenco wear in the following Term.

  • Castanets are required from Day 1, but other specialised flamenco training wear is only compulsory in the second term of study. This gear is mostly available for purchase through the Flamenco Centre (for more information see Where To Get Uniform , Castanets and Shoes).

    • Continuing Students' Dress Code
    Where To Get Uniform, Castanets and Shoes
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    CONTINUING STUDENTS' DRESS CODE:

  • All continuing students are required to wear standard all-black flamenco classroom attire. Coloured or patterned clothes are not appropriate discipline in class at the Flamenco Centre. Any variations apply only to performance costumes and are determined by the Director.

  • Long or loose hair must be tied up away from the face to allow the teacher to monitor students' technique. Loose hair is a hazard during turns and encourages constant head tossing and preening.
    Loose jewellery/wristwatches must removed before class for safety reasons.

  • Spectacles should not be worn in class as they are a safety hazard and inhibit the energy required during turns and for sharp head movements. Contact lenses are highly recommended.

    • Entry Level Dress Code
    Where To Get Uniform, Castanets and Shoes
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    WHERE TO GET THE UNIFORM, CASTANETS AND SHOES:


    Ladies' Wear:


    Men's Wear:

    Flamenco shoes and boots (zapatos, botas):

    Professional quality flamenco shoes are available only from Spain via the internet (cost around $300). Student models, including imported and locally made shoes, are available in Sydney. Recommended makes are listed in our Links page.
    Please ask Tomás for advice before making any internet purchases as exchange for poor choices will be difficult and expensive.

    Occasionally second hand shoes may circulate for sale - please enquire.


    Castanets (castañuelas, palillos):

    Castanets are introduced at Entry Level, so all students must have a pair at the first class. Please advise the Director when enrolling if you do not have a pair.

    Student models can be purchased through the Flamenco Centre if in stock. Student models cost between $50 and $70, while higher grade and professional models cost between $140 and $230 depending on the model.

    Occasionally second hand castanets may circulate for sale - please enquire.

    Entry Level Dress Code
    Continuing Students' Dress Code
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