
Roberto Castellon, Roberto Castellon flamenco guitarist composer Roberto began his flamenco career at a young age. …It is the language with which I can best express myself.Īccompanists, Assistants and/or Substitutes: To learn about Flamenco dance technique, dance and music structure, as well as traditional and contemporary forms of flamenco.įinish this statement: I am passionate about teaching this style because… What can students expect from this class? She attended the Boston Conservatory where she received a BFA in Dance. Already a seasoned performer, Omayra sought to expand and enrich her art by studying other dance forms. By the time Omayra was fifteen, she was touring and performing internationally with her parents and other dance companies.

Her first choreographed role came at age twelve, when she performed as her father’s partner. Omayra first appeared on stage with her parent’s company. The daughter of flamenco dancers Olga and Curro Amaya and grandniece the greatest Flamenco dancer who ever lived, Carmen Amaya. Omayra Amaya’s legacy is one of a deep and proud gypsy flamenco tradition.


What background, training, and or relationship do you have with this style/technique/class subject? We guarantee to have a spot for you amongst one of our many teams.What is the legacy of the genre/form/style you are teaching?įlamenco, is an art form based on the various folkloric music traditions of southern Spain, developed within the gitano (Spanish Romani) subculture of the region of Andalusia, Spain. Become a valuable part of the extended AMAYA Dance family no matter what age or what level of dancing you are at. Have you ever heard the phrase “If you don’t use it you lose it”? Whatever your motivation is behind learning to dance, always remember – practice makes perfect! Put your dance skills to use at one of Houston’s favorite salsa social parties, AMAYA Dance “Salsa Sunday Funday”! Get excited!ĭance teams: Join our dance team! For those looking to take their dancing to the next level we offer students the chance to perform on stage, train under Houston’s elite dance instructors and travel to different cities and events dedicated to representing Houston at the top of the salsa scene. Salsa socials & parties: AMAYA Dance also offers social parties/events and first rate entertainment for our students and community. Interested in a private custom class? Gather your friends and create a fun, personalized experience! Private lessons are absolutely the key to putting your dancing skills on the fast track. Private lessons: For the student who prefers or needs that one on one attention we also offer private lessons (scheduled at your convenience). In group classes you receive an invaluable amount of experience perfecting your lead/follow by dancing with different partners in a comfortable social setting. Group classes: For the individual who is looking for a fun way to not only learn and refine their dance skills, but also meet people from all different ages and backgrounds while sharing the excitement of learning to dance. Do you have a desire for fun, good health, personal achievement and social fulfillment? AMAYA Dance is for you! So, what do we offer?Įvery student has a unique way of learning and for that reason we offer a variety of different ways to learn! AMAYA Dance provides not only fun group classes, but also first rate dance instruction, an incredible social community, and a friendly environment to help you develop your dance skills. ABOUT US “IMAGINE A SALSA DANCE STUDIO – JUST DIFFERENT.”ĪMAYA Dance, founded by one of Houston’s longest standing dance instructors, Salomon Amaya, not only prides ourselves in creating the best experience for our students but has a goal and a vision of building a lasting dance community.
