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:
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Noches extra de alojamiento
Comidas extra
Alcohol
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
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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.
Prices: The price includes seven nights’ accommodation, three meals a day, and five days x four hours of tuition. (Please see below for costs not included.)
Earlybird rate: a non-refundable deposit of £150 paid before 30th March 2025.
Regular rate: a deposit paid after 30th March 2025.
Full payment: due by 5th April
If you would like to arrange to pay in instalments, let us know.
Single Room: (Please note, you will still be sharing a bathroom)
*Earlybird Single Room: £845
Regular Single Room: £935 (1-2 available)
How to book 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 Cancellation and Participation Guide before booking. Step 3: Pay the outstanding balance directly to our bank account by the 30th of April 2025.
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.
What a lovely way to spend a week! Playing Salsa together with lovely people in an idyllic setting surrounded by almond trees and the dazzling light of the Alpujarras! The accommodation was fantastic and so was the food. Dave and Vicky are fabulous hosts.
An absolutely amazing experience. It’s been two weeks, and I still can’t get the rolling mountain views, the beautiful light, the fruit trees, the delicious food, and—of course—the daily salsa ensemble lessons out of my mind! The arrangements and songs chosen were so contagious that we couldn’t stop singing them all week long. Dave and Vicky are wonderful hosts and teachers, and I wouldn’t hesitate to book this again.
Brilliant immersion into the songs & rhythm & traditions of the Afro-Cuban culture. Still singing snippets of the songs…my brain synapses have made all sorts of new connections as I learnt to balance moving, clapping & singing in different time signatures - like rubbing your stomach & patting your head! Great food & accommodation too.
What an amazing week the setting the people, the songs , the food, the accommodation all came together to create an unforgettable experience. Working with Dave and Vicki is always inspirational. Their ability to tailor the level of difficulty for each group means everyone has a positive experience. Performing with the Lobras choir was particularly memorable and uplifting.
I cannot recommend a stay at Finca Ara Oko enough. The accommodation was wonderful, we were very comfortable. Lots of different areas to relax in & the plunge pool was a lovely bonus to cool off in. The setting was simply stunning - huge skies, amazing sunsets & very peaceful, a real retreat from our busy lives. Vicky & Dave are such wonderful hosts, they made us feel really welcome & at home, such kind genuine people.
What a beautiful peaceful place with everything you could possibly need. Easy to get to with a car hire. Gorgeous apartments and spaces to relax and reflect . Lovely local walk to view the sunrise.
I cannot recommend Vicky and Dave at Finca Araoko enough. They are so welcoming and knowledgeable and such kind teachers. The location is spectacular, you really have the chance to disconnect and relax. If you are thinking about dipping your toe into the water of Cuban music, you couldn't choose a better team!
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.
Videos to give you a taste of the location and atmosphere at Finca Ara Oko.
Afro Cuban Folkloric
Salsa
Coro de Clave
Aerial Views
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