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08/07/2020 Leaders & Followers Barridas part I
£12.00Barridas (sometimes called Arrastres) are the true tango gem: a delicate foot contact - some may call it a gentle foot 'kiss and sweep' - that is without doubt a tango symbol. Learn how to prepare for a stable and safe barrida, how to lead it and respond to the lead, incorporate it in the music, and create your own. This is part I of II, best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
06/06 GIROS just want to have fun – adornos, styling and speed, Part II
£12.0006/06 GIROS just want to have fun - adornos, styling and speed, Part II, 90 min.
GIROS just wanna have fun... make the Giro your favourite of all tango steps, learn how to decorate it and play with the embrace, speed, and direction: a true treasure chest! We will show the different underlying techniques and how to improve communication when things go faster or wider. And giros, they wanna have fun; oh giros just wanna have fun! This is part II of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). CLASS IS PRE-RECORDED as we will give the same class in person at the same time. Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded. -
10/01/2021 From Patadas to Tocadas, part II
£12.0010/01/2021 From Patadas to Tocadas, part II, 90 min.
This week, learn all the secrets behind these feet and legs interactions, from patadas to tocadas (their softer version). Understand the dynamics behind these two fun movements, uncover the tips to keep your balance when using them, and apprehend when to use them - to make them part of your interpretation. Safe to say that patadas and tocadas are amongst the most entertaining and pleasant tango moves! This is part II of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
25/04/2021 Impressive VARIACIONES – sustain energy and speed in tango – Part II
£12.0025/04/2021 Impressive VARIACIONES - sustain energy and speed in tango - Part II, 90 min
Variaciones in tango are these moments in the song when the orchestra sustain the music energy and the speed for a prolonged amount of time. As fast as a Peregrine Falcon in dive, they seem incredibly swift. Join us to get your teeth (and feet) into variaciones and learn how to build them. A challenging, but immensely fun, lesson - and a hint of stage. This is part II of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded. -
14/08/2020 Pure Technique: Paradas & Pasadas, axis & balance
£12.00Paradas and Pasadas are much trickier than they first seem. Actually many dancers recognise that this perfect pivot in axis, followed by perfect control and stability is their Achilles’ tendon. Learn the secrets behind in axis pivots followed by a sudden 'stop', and see how to decorate at the Paradas (and Pasadas). We will show numerous exercises and styling options for SOLO dancers, both Leaders and Followers. Immensely useful! ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS -
18/12/2020 Solo Technique: STILL vs TRAVELLING TANGO
£12.0018/12/2020 Solo Technique: STILL vs TRAVELLING TANGO, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: Experience the incredible richness of tango, from those moments of stillness when time seems to stop, to moments of wide movements, when the music suddenly expands and makes us want to move. Learn how to manage your balance, energy, direction and connect to the music and space around you to take your dance to the next level. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
02/06 GIROS just want to have fun – adornos, styling and speed, Part I
£12.0002/06 GIROS just want to have fun - adornos, styling and speed, Part I, 90 min.
GIROS just wanna have fun... make the Giro your favourite of all tango steps, learn how to decorate it and play with the embrace, speed, and direction: a true treasure chest! We will show the different underlying techniques and how to improve communication when things go faster or wider. And giros, they wanna have fun; oh giros just wanna have fun! This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded. -
01/05/2020 Technique & Styling class – BODY MECHANICS – last part
£12.00Learn the intricacies of body mechanics in tango (part 2, also see 24/04/2020 – best enjoyed together). Look into the details of movement, both for leaders and followers. Understand the source of movement, how it travels the body and gets communicated to the partner, how to increase volume and assert speed.
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15/01/2021 Solo Technique: Mastering Fast Tangos & Syncopations, technique for him & her
£12.0015/01/2021 Solo Technique: Mastering Fast Tangos & Syncopations, technique for him & her, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: unravel the complexities behind these Syncopations and Accelerations in tango songs. How can we prepare for them and train our body to be precise and responsive to correctly interpret and execute them? Come closer: they are simpler than they look. We will show you tricks and behind the scenes technique to finally master them. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
16/08/2020 Paradas & Pasadas special part II
£12.0016/08 No tango would be complete without its paradas and pasadas. Used to close when phrasing comes to an end. Learn the technique behind these two families of steps, and discover new variants with exciting combinations alternating legs and points of contact. A must for every tango dancer! Part II of II, each part can be taken independently. -
26/08/2020 Master the CONTRA energy in tango – part I
£12.0026/08 Discover the secrets behind one of the most underused tools in tango: the CONTRA energy. A great ingredient to add spice and contrast to your dancing, CONTRA will without doubt become one of your favourite technique in your tango toolbox. We will also work on balance and timing. We are looking forward to seeing you!
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28/05/2021 Tango SOLOS: PLANEOS in depth technique for him & her
£12.0028/05/2021 Tango SOLOS: PLANEOS in depth technique for him & her, 90 min.
SOLO TECHNIQUE: Planeos are without doubt amongst the most elegant of tango steps. On one leg, they seem to defy gravity. Join us learn the secret behind them, master their technique, discover their associated adornments, and improve your balance in the process with exercises. A must-have in your tango toolbox. No partner required.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
