Chestnut Street Studio

01/13/2026

Featured dancer: Yumi Kouta.
"What sets Melinda apart from other dance instructors I've encountered is her deep commitment to evoking true artistry in every student. Rather than simply drilling choreographed sequences or focusing on perfect replication of steps, she nurtures the individual expression and emotional depth that flamenco demands. Each class feels like a journey of personal discovery—where technique is built as a foundation, but the real magic happens when you connect with passion, and your own inner voice through movement." Yumi Kouta (from her Google review of chestnutststudio.com)
Thank you so much Yumi!

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01/12/2026

There's more than one way to vibrate! Our fundamentals flamenco is open for new enrollments. The next session begins on February 2nd--every Monday 6-7:30pm. Come join this community of movers. Get back into your body, rhythms and harmony with yourself. Contact us for registration information or schedule a phone call for more information.
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12/27/2025

Beloved students. Sevillanas Workshop is cancelled today! Stay safe and warm.🥰

12/20/2025

Saturday class with choreography. There are those moments when you're not prepared to film but you have to capture some magic no matter what.Sorry for the blur! :) Patty Rodriguez Faraone was inspired and in the moment, as you can see in these stills from video. At Chestnut Street Studio we share joy, flamenco, art and loving community. Bravo Patty.

10/19/2025

Subtle body yoga and meditation practice right in the Wooster Square Neighborhood of New Haven, CT. For those who like to work slowly and mindfully, utilizing the power of prana. Every Sunday from 10am to 11:45am.
See our website for more information about Melinda, what we offer at our studio and how to get in touch. chestnutststudio.com

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09/14/2025

Update! Start date for our Dancing Aging, Dancing Life workshop has been postponed. We'll keep you posted! Thanks everyone for a great first week of classes and an exciting start for our Creative Cohort, pictured in photo.

09/08/2025

Starting tomorrow. Flamenco and Creative Processes 6-8pm. 18-week session. For more info: 203-361-1210

09/06/2025

We are proud and honored! First of all, it is with tremendous gratitude that we'll host, guide and witness the development of movement projects proposed by our amazing cohort this Fall. Second, with profound love we reflect upon and deeply cherish our spot in the Wooster Square Neighborhood and New Haven, and recognize the amazing and supportive beings who have come through our doors over many years, to learn and create together. 🥰
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Paula Rosa, Genoveva Castro, Louis Rogers, Michelle Collins, Haruko Nakamura, Yumi Kouta

09/04/2025

Are you ready? We look forward to seeing you next week!
See our website for more classes, more info, fees and class descriptions.
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09/02/2025

Beginner Level I and II Flamenco starts next week! 18-week Session every Monday, 6-7:30pm (except No Classes Week of Nov. 24th, 2025 and Winter Break: Dec.22, 2025-Jan. 5th, 2026)
Come dance with us! Call for more details or see our website:
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08/30/2025

Tomorrow's 10am yoga is cancelled. See you next week!

08/25/2025

Registration is underway! Let's keep moving.
See our website or call for more info: 203-361-1210
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