Celebrating a Spotlight: Laura Vila of La Viva Flamenco Featured on CBS News Los Angeles
We are thrilled to share that our founder and artistic lead, Laura Vila, has been featured in a compelling story by CBS News Los Angeles — sharing her journey from her roots in Spain to cultivating a vibrant dance community here in Southern Orange County. (CBS News)
A Story Rooted in Heritage and Heart
Laura’s story begins in a small village near Valencia, Spain, where she first fell in love with dance at the age of four. (CBS News) Over the years she toured internationally with professional companies and mastered multiple styles—including modern, ballet, and the deeply expressive art of Flamenco. What stands out in her journey is how Flamenco has always been more than just movement: it’s storytelling, rhythm, culture, and emotion woven into one. According to Laura, Flamenco blends influences from Romani travel, North African rhythms, and the Spanish colonies—creating a dance form rich in history and soul. (CBS News)
Bringing That Passion to Our Studio
This rich heritage informs everything we do at Laviva Flamenco. When Laura says she’s living the Flamenco lifestyle, she means it—and she brings that dedication into the studio with warmth, precision, and connection. At our classes in Dana Point and beyond, students don’t just learn steps—they engage with rhythm, culture, hand-movements, castanets, and the kind of footwork that makes your heart race with joy. Our studio isn’t just about discipline: it’s about community, self-expression, and bold creativity.
Why This Matters for You
Whether you’re a new dancer or returning to the floor, knowing that Laura’s work was recognized by a major news outlet is more than just a “nice to know”—it’s a sign of the authenticity and excellence at the heart of our programs.
A trusted instructor: Seeing Laura’s story featured means you’re in experienced and passionate hands.
A meaningful experience: You’ll be learning from someone whose craft is deeply rooted in culture and history.
A vibrant community: Our classes reflect that same spirit of joy, connection, and growth that caught CBS’s attention.
Ready to Join the Experience?
If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to dive into Flamenco—or to return and deepen your dance journey—this is it. With external recognition backing our studio’s mission, there is even more reason to trust the process, follow the rhythm, and find your voice in the dance.
Explore our current classes and sessions, join our welcoming community, and let the spotlight—of your own growth and joy—begin.
Let’s dance with intention, heart, and the power of a story that’s heard beyond our studio walls.