Experience Flamenco 5516 Southeast Foster Road, Portland, OR 97206

"I had a great week with Experience Flamenco in Granada, Laura and Julie were super helpful with organizing flamenco class times and locations, as well as organizing Flamenco shows and dinners for our group to attend. Oh, and Laura and Julie were helpful with Spanish translating, as well as interesting history of the Spanish history and culture. No pressure opting in or out of any of the scheduled events, so it was easy to take things at my own pace. I would love to go again!"

"I have taken a number of online classes presented by Laura with various flamenco artists. I have found all of them to be fun and very informative. Today I attended a class with Carmen Herrera and José Mijita about dancing Bulerías de Jerez to the cante from the barrio of La Plazuela. It was amazing. Although I've studied flamenco for many years I found answers to several questions I've never had answers to before. Also, Carmen explains this very complex flamenco palo extremely well. I would recommend any class offered by Experience Flamenco and don't just take the classes - explore the site, read Laura's blog and expand your flamenco knowledge and experience. Great for all levels from beginners to advanced."

"Experience Flamenco strives to provide Flamenco lovers with opportunities to learn and practice this amazing art form. The recent workshop with Manuel Gutierrez is a great example. He taught a terrific energetic and groovy class on Tangos Flamencos on November 5 2023. Also, Experience Flamenco's newsletters provide subscribers with access to very interesting information, including cante letras and videos. The dedication of this organization to maintaining a vibrant, fun, non-competitive, and supportive community is incredible. Thank you."

"Experience Flamenco, expect inspiration If you are Flamenco-curious, Experience Flamenco is the perfect guide. Why not start with Laura Onizuka's blog? Her posts demystify the arcane, open windows to the wider world and, with deep cultural respect, share personal and historical contexts to an intricate musical art form. If you decide to dance, there are many options. For three years I have enjoyed online classes, Portland weekend studio workshops and outdoor pop up classes. Every experience well organized with superb instruction and a warm welcoming atmosphere that draws dancers of diverse backgrounds and levels of experience. Guest instructor workshops were seriously fun and I felt lucky absorbing some magic from amazing international performers including Manuel Gutierrez and Cristina Hall. Yes it is possible to be a bit starstruck and still feel that you belong there with them"