17
Jun

Jerónimo de Ayanz, the Spanish 'Leonardo Da Vinci'

event — Socials


Tuesday 17th June - Tuesday 17th June 2025

18:15 — 19:45

90 Minutes


£15.00

Description

🎨🧠 Masterclass: Jerónimo de Ayanz – The Spanish Leonardo da Vinci


Date & Time: Tuesday, 17th | 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM

Instructor: Paloma


Description:

Can you imagine someone strong enough to tear a gate off its hinges with their bare hands? Now add to that a gifted writer, painter, musician, engineer, and inventor. This extraordinary person existed – his name was Jerónimo de Ayanz y Beaumont.

Often called “the Spanish Leonardo da Vinci”, Ayanz was a true Renaissance man whose life and inventions will surprise you.

From early steam-powered machines to life-saving innovations, his legacy remains largely unknown but deeply fascinating.

Join us in this cultural deep dive as we explore:

  • His astonishing life and personality
  • The inventions he created (and tested himself!)
  • His impact on science, technology, and the arts
  • Why does he deserve a prominent place in history


Language level: Intermediate and above

Focus: Culture, history, and inspiring figures from the Spanish-speaking world

Format: Interactive talk + Q&A + related vocabulary and expression highlights


Limited spots available.

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Location

Battersea Spanish

263-265 Battersea Park Road
London, SW11 4NE

What people have to say

Very friendly and intimate venue - appropriate for tablao flamenco. Superb performances by all four participants - 2 dancers, brilliant vocalist and outstanding guitarist. Better than any flamenco shows I've seen at larger West End venues. 

Stella
Flamenco audience

I love flamenco shows and my visit to Battersea Spanish was the first time that I watched the dance up close instead of sitting away from the stage. I could see the feet tapping heels and toes and felt the passion of the dancers. The singer and the guitarist were both brilliant. The whole evening was very enjoyable. I have had my 'Flamenco fix'. The bar staff were very friendly and they went out of her way to make us feel welcome. I would go back and watch flamenco shows again and even enrol myself for the classes. 

Khim
Flamenco audience

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