The Friendship Club
Friendships are everything to our preteen and teen girls.
It is right here in her friendships that she will take important steps towards independence and explore who she is.
But they aren’t always easy for our girls, especially in today’s tech heavy world.
The Friendship Club is a special space, created and led by Fiona to have fun and give the girls the chance to have new experiences, build friendships and step outside their comfort zone to shine and grow.
“These days, childhood is on fast-forward, and kids are cruising through these years without learning essential life skills. They don’t have the time to practice friendship skills, and they don’t get the necessary feedback to learn better ways to relate.”
— Katie Hurley, LCSW
We’re in this together!
Research shows that during the preteen years, girls often experience a noticeable drop in confidence - a trend not seen as strongly in boys. That’s why I created the Friendship Club: a space for preteen girls in Valencia to grow, connect, and thrive.
Here, girls get the chance to try new and exciting challenges, discover their strengths, and build real friendships along the way. With every experience, they’re not just having fun - they’re learning resilience, courage, and the joy of cheering each other on.
The Friendship Club is more than activities - it’s about helping girls feel seen, supported, and confident as they take on the adventure of growing up.
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In 2025 the Friendship Club is evolving!
We are excited to announce a new series of experiences for the girls in Valencia!
Every month inspirational women and girls who have found their passion will help our girls step outside of their comfort zone and try something new and magical together.
Here is a sneak peek into some of the experiences awaiting!
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Experiences
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Flamenco with Irene de la Rosa
Irene de la Rosa is a Spanish dance and contemporary flamenco artist, choreographer, and educator based in Valencia. Trained since age five, she bridges stage practice, pedagogy, and cultural management. She holds degrees in Spanish Dance (Conservatorio de València), Law and Business Administration, Pedagogy of Dance, and a Master’s in Cultural Management (UNIR). She has collaborated with institutions and companies such as the Ballet de la Generalitat Valenciana, the Museum of Fine Arts of València, Óscar de Manuel, Marea Danza, and Taiat Dansa. Leading her own company, she explores inclusive, forward-looking flamenco in works like Minimal (2022), Then, Who Understands This?—Focus Days Award 2024—La duda (2024), and Antoñita, a research-creation with Deaf communities supported by FESORD and festivals like 10 Sentidos and Bucles.
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Dance & Theatre with Saskia
Saskia, or Sas as she’s affectionately known, is a passionate and dynamic individual with a lifelong love for the arts. Her dance journey began early, with numerous dance exams and experiences in children’s theatre. She went on to study Musical Theatre at The Brit School of Performing Arts and Technology, followed by a degree in Contemporary Dance and Choreography from a London university.
Over the years, Saskia has traveled the world, performing on stages across multiple countries, and worked on a wide range of exciting projects—from dance collaborations to touring theatre. She has also had the incredible opportunity to teach internationally, sharing her love of movement with students from different cultures.
Saskia’s real passion lies in teaching and creating opportunities for others to express themselves through movement. She is committed to helping people of all ages reconnect with their inner child, fostering a fun, friendly, and inspiring environment for everyone.
With Saskia, students can expect an exciting, energizing experience that’s all about having fun, staying active, and enjoying the journey together—whether on stage, in the studio, or simply moving to the music.