Buying a bata is a big investment. It’s an important purchase and one that you can get a lot of worth out of if you look after your bata well. Maija Lepistö, Designer at flamenco dress shop Fabrica Flamenca gives us some tips on what to look for when choosing a bata.

Flamenco workshops are a popular way to push yourself a little bit further. Maestros from Spain visit Australia every year, often visiting two or three capital cities to run workshops at different levels. If you’ve never attended a workshop before and you’re not sure what to expect, here are a few considerations.