Online classes give you the freedom to learn flamenco from wherever you are in the world. To make sure every session is safe, focused and productive — for you and for everyone in the class — please read through this guide before joining your first session.
It only takes a few minutes. It makes a real difference.
Safe Practice Guide
For Online Classes with La Sentío Flamenco School
FAQs
Safe Space
Before every class, take a moment to check your practice environment.
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Space and movement
Do you have enough room to move in all directions without obstruction?
Can you extend your arms fully in every direction without hitting any objects?
Have you checked above you — ceiling fans, low-hanging lights, shelves?
The floor
Is the floor suitable for flamenco practice — not too slippery and not excessively hard?
If the floor is hard, consider using a small mat for warm-up and cool-down, but not for footwork practice
If the floor is slippery, wear appropriate footwear for safety
Distractions
Are you free from distractions for the duration of the class?
If you have children or pets at home, make sure they are safely settled before class begins
Let the people you live with know that you are in class and need uninterrupted time
Self-Care
Looking After Yourself
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Clothing and footwear
Wear comfortable clothing that allows free movement in all directions
Wear your flamenco shoes if you have them, or appropriate footwear for footwork practice
Avoid loose jewellery or anything that could catch during movement
Physical wellbeing
If you have any pre-existing injuries or physical conditions, inform Irene before the class begins — not during. This allows her to adapt the material for you from the start
Only do what is comfortable for your body. It is always acceptable — and encouraged — to adapt any material to your physical reality
Listen to your body throughout the session. If something does not feel right, stop and let the teacher know
Warm-up and cool-down
Always warm up before class. A flamenco class is physical work — arriving cold increases the risk of injury
Always cool down after class. This is as important as the warm-up and is often skipped
If you are unsure how to warm up or cool down for flamenco, ask Irene at the end of a session — she will advise you
Emergency contact
If you live alone or will be without other adults at home during the class, please provide us with an emergency contact number before your first session
In the unlikely event of an injury during class, we want to make sure you have access to support
Your Connection & Technical Setup
A stable, reliable connection makes the difference between a class that works and one that doesn't. Check the following before every session: Setup
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Device
Make sure your device has sufficient battery to last the full duration of the class — or connect it to a power source before you begin
Tuck all wires and cables safely out of your practice area so they do not become a trip hazard
Test your camera angle before class — Irene needs to see your full body, including your feet. Set the camera far enough back and at the right height for this
Audio
Test your audio before class. Can you hear clearly? Is your microphone working?
Use headphones or earphones if your device speakers make it difficult to hear the music and compás clearly — sound quality matters in flamenco
Mute your microphone when you are not speaking to reduce background noise for the group
In Zoom, go to Audio Settings → Microphone → Noise Reduction and set it to Low — this allows Irene to hear your footwork, palmas and movement clearly and give you accurate corrections in real time
Internet connection
If possible, connect to your router via cable rather than Wi-Fi for a more stable connection
Close any unnecessary browser tabs, applications or downloads that may slow your connection during class
If you experience connection problems during a session, leave the call and rejoin — this resolves most issues
Our Commitment to You
We take your privacy seriously. The following measures are in place for every online class:
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All classes are closed events — available only to students who have booked and been confirmed in advance
Access to each class is via a private link and password sent to confirmed students only
The class will not be shared, advertised or made publicly accessible
Only Irene, as the host, has the ability to record the session
Please note that no online platform can be guaranteed as fully secure. We take every reasonable measure to protect your privacy, but we ask that you also take care with your own login details and do not share your class access link with others
Emergency contact We hold emergency contact details for all participants in case of injury during class, in the event that the participant is unable to access support at home independently. These details are stored securely and used only in genuine emergencies.
Class recordings Some group classes are recorded for the benefit of students who cannot attend live. If a class is being recorded, you will be informed in advance. Recordings are shared only with confirmed students of that class and are not published or shared publicly.
Questions?
If you have any questions before your first class — about the setup, your space, a physical condition, or anything else — do not hesitate to get in touch before the session begins. We would rather answer a question before class than have it affect your experience during it.