Nuestros retiros de percusión folclórica afro-cubana en grupos reducidos ofrecen un estudio intensivo de los fundamentos de los ritmos cubanos e incluyen batá, rumba, makuta, bembé, gúiro, palo e iyesá, entre otros. Estos géneros altamente polirrítmicos mejoran el sentido del tiempo, las habilidades en conjunto, la concentración y la confianza. Además, es una excelente oportunidad para socializar con personas afines.
Adaptamos el contenido del curso para satisfacer las necesidades y el nivel de cada grupo.
Los retiros de una semana se dividen entre clases y tiempo de práctica, aprovechando al máximo el entorno excepcional, relajándose y, por supuesto, disfrutando de la comida y la bebida.
Qué está incluido:
5 horas de clases x 5 días más tiempo de práctica.
2- 7 noches de alojamiento.
3 comidas al día.
Alojamiento – compartido, habitaciones individuales o glamping.
Acceso a instrumentos.
La oportunidad de actuar la última noche en un bar local.
La oportunidad de alojarse en una hermosa granja en el espectacular campo lejos de las distracciones de la vida cotidiana.
No incluido:
Para más información sobre los puntos siguientes, visite nuestra página de información sobre informazioni di viaggio.
Noches extra de alojamiento
Comidas extra
Alcol
Costes y alojamiento: €100 de depósito. Pago completo antes del 8 de mayo de 2024
HABITACIÓN INDIVIDUAL: €840 o €120 por día, el número mínimo de días es dos.
HABITACIÓN COMPARTIDA: €630 o €90 por día, el número mínimo de días es dos.
GLAMPING
Cómo reservar
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Para asegurar tu plaza, realiza un pago de 75 euros en concepto de depósito no reembolsable.
For the fourth consecutive year, we are honoured to welcome one of the world’s leading masters of Cuban percussion to Finca Ará Oko. Bárbaro Crespo, known as “Machito”, is a ritual drummer and rumbero who comes from a dynasty of folkloric percussionists in Havana. Before moving to Europe, he was also a leading member of the renowned group Osain del Monte.
This retreat includes five days of immersive learning, with four hours of expert tuition each day led by Machito. Through a combination of practical workshops, ensemble playing and cultural insights, participants have the opportunity to deepen their understanding of Afro-Cuban rhythm and tradition.
But what makes this retreat truly special is not only the classes. Much of the magic happens outside the scheduled sessions: the spontaneous jams that emerge after class, the conversations shared around the table, and the impromptu musical moments that naturally unfold throughout the week.
Machito’s deep knowledge, extensive experience and clear, intuitive teaching style — combined with his generosity both inside and outside the formal class setting — have made him an essential part of the spirit and community of Finca Ará Oko.
His warm and encouraging approach creates a welcoming atmosphere where every participant feels supported, inspired and encouraged to grow musically.
Bookings for 2027 are now open with a discount of £50. To secure your place, a non-refundable deposit of £150 is required. We recommend booking early, as places are limited and this retreat fills quickly. Price will increase by £50 after April 20th 2027.
Alloggi e Prezzi
Prezzi: The price includes seven nights’ accommodation, three meals a day, and five days x four hours of tuition plus practice times and the chance of a live jam session at our local bar.. (Please see below for costs not included.)
SINGLE ROOM: £925
SHARED ROOM: £825. Each room shares 2 – 3 people.
GLAMPING: Earlybird £720. Each tent shares two people.
What is included:
4 ore di lezioni al giorno x 5 giorni più tempo di pratica.
7 notti in alloggio.
3 pasti al giorno.
Alloggio – condiviso, camere singole o glamping.
Access to drums.
Un'opportunità per esibirsi la sera dell'ultimo giorno in un bar locale.
The chance to stay in a beautiful farmhouse in the spectacular countryside away from the distractions of everyday life.
Non incluso:
For more information on the points below, please visit our informazioni di viaggio pagina.
Voli
Trasferimenti aeroportuali:
Assicurazione di viaggio
Extra nights of accommodation: €50 pn
Extra meals: €5 -20 pd
Alcol
Come prenotare
Fill out our registration form below and pay using the link.
What an amazing singing retreat! Set in the beautiful mountains of Spain, the whole experience was just magical. We stayed at a gorgeous finca with the loveliest hosts, Vicky and David, who made us feel so welcome.
The singing sessions were brilliant — lots of great singing, laughter and fun, with such a lovely group atmosphere. And the food was absolutely delicious, thanks to the wonderful Italian cook, Kiara!
A really special few days in a beautiful setting. I came home feeling happy, inspired and definitely singing a little louder! Would absolutely recommend.
An excellent Afro-Cuban singing retreat in an exceptional setting, with wonderful teachers and hosts. I not only recommend it, I will definitely be back.
Thank you for making everything so easy and natural.
Excellent retreat ! Great people to explore music with ❤! The house and grounds are very peaceful; the week was fun and restorative for me. I recommend it!
What a fantastic experience this Afro-Cuban singing retreat was! The setting was wonderful, and the professionals were excellent! Thank you so much, Vicky and David, for teaching us these beautiful songs.
We have done a great week. Vicky and dave gave all their love and power to creat community with wonderfull songs. We really succeded to learn that dificult stuff! And in the end even everybody song a solo voice! What big steps forward!
Ottimo posto, splendidi paesaggi, gente cordiale e musica ancora migliore. Vivamente consigliato ai principianti e a chiunque voglia godersi la musica latina. Un'ottima esperienza.
I absolutely loved spending time with Vicky and Dave and a fantastic group learning Afro-Cuban songs!
The food was super tasty and nourishing, and the views from the finca, overlooking the sea, with golden skies and the Milky Way, were truly unforgettable.
But what I loved most was spending time with these amazing human beings, who are genuinely devoted to music, teaching, and community-making in such a fun, humble, down to earth and heartfelt way. These are qualities I’ve rarely found in teachers, so meeting Vicky and Dave felt like a precious gift that brought a lot of joy into my life.
I can’t wait to go back. Thank you!
A week-long retreat for anyone interested in exploring the roots of Afro-Cuban percussion and ensemble work. This retreat is aimed at both beginners and those who have covered Latin percussion basics.
Our small-group folkloric percussion retreats offer intensive study in the foundations of Cuban rhythms, including batá, rumba, makuta, bembé, gúiro, palo and iyesá, among others. These highly polyrhythmic traditions strengthen timing, ensemble skills, focus and confidence. The retreat is also a great space to connect with like-minded people. We tailor each course to the needs and level of the group.
The week-long retreats are split between tuition and practice time, making the most of the amazing location, relaxing and, of course, eating and drinking.
Prezzi: Il prezzo include sette notti di alloggio, tre pasti al giorno e cinque giorni x quattro ore di lezioni. (Si prega di vedere sotto per i costi non inclusi.)
Tariffa Earlybird: a non-refundable deposit of £150 paid before 30th March 2025.
Tariffa standard: a deposit paid after 30th March 2025.
Pagamento completo: due by 5th April
If you would like to arrange to pay in instalments, let us know.
Camera singola: (Please note, you will still be sharing a bathroom)
Stanza Singola Earlybird: £845
Regular Single Room: £935 (1-2 available)
Come prenotare Step 1: Fill out our registration form below. Step 2: Pay your deposit by clicking on the payment link or using our bank details. Please read our Guida alla cancellazione e alla partecipazione prima di prenotare. Step 3: Pay the outstanding balance directly to our bank account by the 30th of April 2025.
What an amazing singing retreat! Set in the beautiful mountains of Spain, the whole experience was just magical. We stayed at a gorgeous finca with the loveliest hosts, Vicky and David, who made us feel so welcome.
The singing sessions were brilliant — lots of great singing, laughter and fun, with such a lovely group atmosphere. And the food was absolutely delicious, thanks to the wonderful Italian cook, Kiara!
A really special few days in a beautiful setting. I came home feeling happy, inspired and definitely singing a little louder! Would absolutely recommend.
An excellent Afro-Cuban singing retreat in an exceptional setting, with wonderful teachers and hosts. I not only recommend it, I will definitely be back.
Thank you for making everything so easy and natural.
Excellent retreat ! Great people to explore music with ❤! The house and grounds are very peaceful; the week was fun and restorative for me. I recommend it!
What a fantastic experience this Afro-Cuban singing retreat was! The setting was wonderful, and the professionals were excellent! Thank you so much, Vicky and David, for teaching us these beautiful songs.
We have done a great week. Vicky and dave gave all their love and power to creat community with wonderfull songs. We really succeded to learn that dificult stuff! And in the end even everybody song a solo voice! What big steps forward!
Ottimo posto, splendidi paesaggi, gente cordiale e musica ancora migliore. Vivamente consigliato ai principianti e a chiunque voglia godersi la musica latina. Un'ottima esperienza.
I absolutely loved spending time with Vicky and Dave and a fantastic group learning Afro-Cuban songs!
The food was super tasty and nourishing, and the views from the finca, overlooking the sea, with golden skies and the Milky Way, were truly unforgettable.
But what I loved most was spending time with these amazing human beings, who are genuinely devoted to music, teaching, and community-making in such a fun, humble, down to earth and heartfelt way. These are qualities I’ve rarely found in teachers, so meeting Vicky and Dave felt like a precious gift that brought a lot of joy into my life.
I can’t wait to go back. Thank you!
We offer small-scale retreats in a beautiful off-grid farmhouse in the Spanish Alpujarra, Sierra Nevada mountains.
Our retreats combine tuition and practice time as well as making the most of the amazing location, which includes mountain walks, beaches, sea-swimming, snorkelling, sunbathing, star-gazing and horse riding as well as relaxing and, of course, eating and drinking.
Video per farti assaporare la location e l'atmosfera di Finca Ara Oko.
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