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    Is the Flamenco dance hard to learn?
    Leela Fazzuoli & Daniele Cavallo
    Professional Latin Dance Instructors
    Daniele Cavallo and Leela Fazzuoli are Professional Latin Dance Instructors and the Co-Founders of Cavallo Dance AZ, a dance studio based in Phoenix, Arizona. With more than 20 years of experience each, they specialize in Latin dances, dance performances, and competition dance. They have expertise in Salsa and Bachata, Argentine Tango, Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive.
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    It depends—many rhythms and footwork require hours of practice, and most of it isn't used for social dance purposes. Still, the Siguiriyas is a type of Flamenco dance that is meant for social outings, and is a good starting point for anyone interested in learning.
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    Can I learn flamenco without going to a dancing class?
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    Yes, there are online tutorial videos that can teach you. Record yourself dancing to see how you compare, and work on any problem areas.
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    How hard is it to dance the flamenco?
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    You can start off with the basics, which are easy, but the more you progress, the harder the steps will be.
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    Can I learn with tap or jazz shoes?
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    If you don't have the traditional 'flamenco' shoes, use jazz shoes rather than tap shoes, as they are more flexible and don't have the distinctive noise of a tap shoe.
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