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Join our passionate community, ignite your passion for this enchanting dance, and let the magic of Flamenco unfold before your eyes. Let the journey begin!


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What is Flamenco?

Flamenco is a captivating and expressive art form that originates from Spain. It encompasses a vibrant fusion of music, dance, singing, and poetry, which together create a unique and powerful cultural experience. Flamenco is characterized by its passionate and soulful expressions, intense emotions, intricate footwork, rhythmic handclapping, and the intricate melodies of the guitar. It serves as a vehicle for storytelling, conveying a range of human experiences such as love, longing, joy, and sorrow. Flamenco has a rich history and has evolved over centuries, representing the cultural heritage and identity of the Spanish people. It is often performed in intimate venues called "tablaos" or during festive gatherings and celebrations. Flamenco has gained international recognition and continues to captivate audiences around the world with its raw energy, artistic complexity, and profound connection to the human spirit.

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Testimonials

  • “Amazing instructor, beautiful performer!

    Laura is such a caring and lovely person full of passion for what she does, she takes the time to get to know her students and she is a wonderful dancer as well. Her classes are very well developed and I believe she is the only Spanish flamenco instructor in Orange County which makes her more valuable. Take her classes you won’t regret it!”

    — ELIZABETH LORENZO

  • “Laura Vila is a wonderful Spanish flamenco dance instructor! She is incredibly patient, kind, and filled with such joy to what she is teaching you, that you are put at ease and want to learn even more. I thoroughly enjoy taking her classes and highly recommend her.”

    — MICHELLE ERWIN

  • “We were thrilled to find flamenco classes for our six year old daughter. We were even more thrilled when we met the instructor, Laura. Not only is she an amazing flamenco dancer, she is very professional, patient, and kind. Our daughter loves her and looks forward to coming to class each week. I even signed up for the adult classes myself!”

    — MARISA MONTOYA MARKEN

  • “Laura Vila is a beautiful and talented dancer that has performed in our dance company. She is also a great person, and if you live/work in Orange County you should definitely take her classes!”

    — KATERINA TOMÁS

  • “I haven’t been in a dance class in 20 years! Laura is patient, skilled and fun! She got me dancing in a very short time and now I’m performing in front of audiences!”

    — DEBBIE KASPER

  • “Excellent Flamenco dancer, I have seen her live and it’s just amazing. I totally recommend Laviva Flamenco!”

    — YOANELLA BLANCO