Hola Reader Growing up in an Asian society following the typical route ā āstudy well, get a jobā. š We didnāt talk much about exploring our feelings and sensations. šŖšø Then I got to live in Spain and dived into a world where not expressing your vivid fullest is just humanly limiting. And not just in dance, but in Life. Met Jasmine over at MAD Collective studio and she is brimming with vibrant energy and outlook. I could tell, simply by her voice on our first phone call. She asked me to teach...
2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Hola Reader It's January of fresh starts! I prompt my students to plant the seeds of aspiration that would bring them joy, set aside 'me-time' to care for what they love to do, and make happen. That way, this self-awareness helps anchors them (before the river current of modern world sweeps their time and energy away) In this first newsletter of 2026: šDive into the energy of our classes. Still not too late to join some of them. šFor absolute beginners, a new once-off workshop (Sun 25 Jan)...
3 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Hola Reader I'm rounding up the year with a final show and you are invited to it! š¹A journey into Spanish dance, music, painting and poetry at my brand new show! š Get my free Christmas gifts (of experiences, not goods) šLook ahead to the new year, to live more and bring out the colours of your Life! Warmly, Tania Get your free ticket A Spanish Dance performance Inspired by Lorca x Zobel with Guest Artist, Paloma GĆ³mez (Madrid) And the Spanish Dance Singapore ensemble Click here to hear a...
4 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Hola Reader Ever wondered if you can go solo? In this video, I take you behind the scenes of my studentsā monthly āgraduation dayā ā where each of them courageously dances their beginnerās flamenco solo. šāØ š What youāll see in this video: How beginners learn flamenco rhythm My early years training in Spain! It was intense! The distinctive flamenco style (body, hips, arms, fingers) A tip on getting that 'Spanish look' for your arms. Flamenco coordination and why it is great training for both...
6 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hola Reader How important is posture, poise and self-presentation for your daily and work life? Here's sharing a video from my Classical Spanish dance lessons. You can try out the short & sweet dance sequence. And beyond just movement, remember that dance is also about inspiration, feeling and expressing your human self :) Plus: Catch a glimpse of our recent performance by the girls making their dance aspirations materialise. Warmly, Tania PS. New AUGUST term starts tomorrow! You're still in...
8 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hola Reader Want to predict if you can succeed? I remembered this TED talk as I was creating a video of flamenco tips for my students. The speaker raises these: What if doing well in life depends on much more than your ability to learn quickly and easily? One characteristic emerged as a significant predictor of success. And it wasn't social intelligence. It wasn't good looks, physical health and it wasn't IQ! THIS human trait - "is passion and perseverance for very long-term goals." I'm...
10 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Hola Reader I'm back in Singapore after my time in Sevilla. It's spring time, feel the energy of renewal. The trees are flourishing with orange blossoms, and perfume the city! It really energises me to be in the land of my art, learning and being inspired by my community (artists, peers, Spanish locals) Eager to share all that in Singapore. So get into my full swing in April-May: Get into the rhythm of new dance classes Flamenco vibes + 14 Free events at Esplanade Theatre, this Sat 12 April)...
12 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
Hola Reader I'm back in Singapore after my time in Jerez and Sevilla :) It's always great to feel the energy of the Festival de Jerez with Manuel Betanzos. In Sevilla, I continued to refine what I learnt in Jerez, with my musicians. From Spain, we now bring that energy and charisma to Singapore. The next project happening is Manuel Betanzos Singapore Flamenco workshop 2025 Dates: Wed 7 May - Sun 11 May. Early bird discount till this Sun 13 April š Workshop Highlights Get a FULL choreography...
12 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 3 min read
Hola Reader Are you looking for fresh, engaging ways to immerse your students in Spanish culture? In my latest video, I take my dance students behind the scenes of Carmen Fantasy, a flamenco dance inspired by Bizetās opera. Beyond just a dance, this piece is a gateway into Spainās rich traditionsāSeville as the setting, bullfighting, gypsy history, and flamenco culture. Itās a dynamic springboard to spark curiosity and bring learning to life. Here's sharing 5 exciting ideas you could explore...
about 1 year agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read