Esencia Flamenca is a 501(c)3 non-profit Dance Company whose focus is to promote the art of Flamenco dance and music. EFDC was established in the year  2000 . It was recognized as a 501(c)3 in May 2006.  EFDC  strives to educate the public about Flamenco through performances, lectures,  classes, and workshops taught by internationally known artists.
     Esencia Flamenca Dance Company is directed by Sarah Parra
     Sarah Parra has been teaching in Long Beach for over 10 years. Her mission has been to create a community of well trained and educated Flamenco dancers. This year EFDC has added 4 new teachers- Andrea Flores, Lisa Smith , Monica Gava , and Etsuko Yokoi.
     EFDC's  teaching focuses on a number of things such as  the dance  technique, the structure of Flamenco dances, performance techniques, strength and endurance for the dancer, the understanding of cante , improvisation, creating one's own style, palmas, and castanets.
     Classes are held  Tues, Thursdays, and Saturdays in Long Beach at the McDowell School of Dance (324 Redondo Ave) .       
    Students that dance with EFDC enjoy  numerous opportunities that allow them to and develop and explore their talents . Students have performed at Sacred Grounds in San Pedro, the Gypsy Den in Santa Ana , Tapas in Newport Beach,  and Alegria in Long Beach . EFDC's  goal has been to share Flamenco with as many people as possible to create a larger audience and a deeper understanding of the art of Flamenco.
    EFDC is largely supported by the public. Our dream is to have a studio of our own. There the community of Flamenco could meet to  study, practice, rehearse, perform, and socialize . Help make this a possibility by donating to EFDC. EFDC is a registered 501 ( c ) (3) nonprofit and your donation is a tax deduction.