SOLO TECHNIQUE BUNDLE: master a wide range of subjects for Leaders & Followers FOR SOLO DANCERS, absolutely no partner necessary. All videos start with technique for Leaders and follows with technique for Followers. We encourage all viewers to watch both whenever possible.
» Video 1: EMBRACE & POSTURE » Video 2: ADD STABILITY & PRECISION TO YOUR TANGO » Video 3: ENROSQUE TECHNIQUE FOR HIM & HER » Video 4: HOW TO MAKE YOUR PARTNER HAPPY » Video 5: HOW TO PRACTICE AT HOME » Video 6: GIROS TECHNIQUE FOR HIM & HER » Video 7: HOW TO BETTER MANAGE SUDDEN CHANGES OF DYNAMICS » Video 8: FUNDAMENTALS OF LEADING VS FOLLOWING » Video 9: FABULOUS FOOTWORK SCROLL DOWN FOR MORE DETAILS ON EACH CLASS CONTENTS-
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SOLO technique bundle for Leaders & Followers (9 lessons, tot. 13.5 hrs)
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26/02/2021 Tango SOLOS: PIVOTS & their adornos, fundamental technique
£12.0026/02/2021 Tango SOLOS: PIVOTS & their adornos, fundamental technique, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Dancing Tango is often linked to how our stable, fluid and clearly communicated our pivots are. When the music and embrace is right, we can decorate them, making these turns at times surprising, beautiful or inspiring. So today, join us to explore in depth these pivots and their decorations. A challenging but immensely useful class. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
24/03/2021 The Art of the Rebote (Rebound), Part I
£12.0024/03/2021 The Art of the Rebote (Rebound), Part I, 90 min. Supercharge your rhythmical tangos!
Tell me, mirror: is the rebote, the most useful and versatile of them all? Used when things go rhythmic, for sudden changes of directions, and so many other situations, it is the dancers' best ally. Join us to redefine how you use your rebounds, style them, mix them with other energies and steps, and find creative ways to add them to your repertoire. Fun! This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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22/04/2020 Dancing in Restricted Spaces II – the Americana edition
£12.00Learn to dance in restricted spaces. When milongas get busy, it is a precious skill that will make you a better dancer, managing the area around you in a smooth a fluid way. This is part II of II: today - Beginners, learn the AMERICANA – an embrace as much it is a step! Intermediates: explore how to use the Americana in playful ways when there is little space. A great class to revisit your Americana.
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05/09 Achieve Ultimate Control in Tango, Part I
£12.0005/09 Achieve Ultimate Control in Tango, Part I, 90 min.
How does one achieve a great amount of control in Tango, to communicate that subtle movement from leader to follower? What's the secret behind these slow and controlled movement when both dancers seem to merge into one? How is it possible to control the follower's free leg and create that precise rotation or movement, before a colgada, a gancho, or a lead decoration? This is the first part of this series but each part can be viewed independently.
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21/08/2020 Pure Technique: Embrace & Posture fundamentals
£12.0021/08 The embrace and associated posture is arguably the most tenuous component of dancing tango. It conditions stability, style and communication. So, what are the fundamentals to get these right? Designed for Solo dancers, these PURE TECHNIQUE sessions will enlighten a lot of dancers, of all levels. ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS -
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Off Axis bundle: Volcadas, Colgadas & Single Axis (4 lessons, tot. 6 hours)
£40.00OFF AXIS BUNDLE: master all these mighty off axis movements! ABOUT your pack: each lesson includes two parts, the first for beginners and improvers, and the second for intermediates and up. Intermediates, we recommend you watch the first part as a solid introduction.
== » LESSON 1 & 2: Colgadas vs Single Axis Turns part I & II: a fascinating journey into the conquest of gravity in Tango!Finally master the mighty Colgadas and their nemesis the Single Axis turn, understand their differences, how to achieve stability, and practice to create that out of axis effect.
» LESSON 3 & 4: Astonishing Volcadas part I and II.Tango’s Leaning Tower of Pisa, in Volcadas leader and follower use an deep interdependence for balance and axis. Master these beautiful tango steps and make them part of your repertoire!
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31/01/2021 Calibrate your TANGO: DO’s and DONT’s, Part II
£12.0031/01/2021 Calibrate your TANGO: DO's and DONT's, Part II, 90 min.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :).
Nothing is quicker to learn tango than, on one hand, to understand what pitfalls to avoid - the DONTs - and on the other, what to do to to to nurture a virtuous cycle that will help you make great progress - the DOs. Join today's session for an eye opening workshop in couples, that will resonate with many of you. This is part II of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
04/06/2021 Tango SOLOS: GIROS in depth technique for him & her
£12.0004/06/2021 Tango SOLOS: GIROS in depth technique for him & her, 90 min.
SOLO TECHNIQUE: Axis. Transfer. Embrace shift. Balance. Shoulder alignment. Core engagement. There is so much to work about the technique behind giros that it can seem, at times, overwhelming. But with the right focus, everyone can crack the secrets behind and become surprised at how stable, controlled and elegant their giros have become. Become a Giro master, and, like Yoda, learn to levitate - or at least feel like you are! No partner required.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS -
03/05/2020 Musicality: dancing on Di Sarli
£12.00We are absolute fans of Carlos Di Sarli, so we will give a workshop exploring how to interpret his music. True master of expertly mixing melodic and rhythmic tango, Carlos Di Sarli is a must in every milonga. What we will cover: (1) How to adapt movement to his work (2) Music structure and fraseo (3) How to interpret his songs and add contrast.
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19/05 MOT for couples: Connection & Changes of Embrace, Part I
£12.0019/05 MOT for couples: Connection & Changes of Embrace, Part I, 90 min.
Once a year, our tango needs a little revision, also called M.O.T. when servicing one's car in the UK! We will get in depth with the Connection and Embrace for couples, enhancing the most important part of dancing tango, and get some oil where parts get grippy after a while. Your best insurance and check-up this year! This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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10/07/2020 Pure Technique: Adorno secrets
£12.00Join the Adorno Secrets PURE TECHNIQUE workshop and discover when to decorate, how to decorate, the connection with the music and partner, how to play with the time signature and more. Secrets will be revealed, shhh!! ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS -
23/04/2021 Tango SOLOS: How to get QUICKER ON YOUR FEET
£12.0023/04/2021 Tango SOLOS: How to get QUICKER ON YOUR FEET, 90 min.
SOLO TECHNIQUE: Occasionally time in tango seems to be squeezed to its narrowest element: the song is accelerating, and so needs the dancing. Doing so necessitates rapid and precise movement. Learn useful tips, technique and exercises to get quicker, and to communicate this speed correctly to your dance partner. Fasten your seat belt! No partner required.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS -
03/10 Tango: inspiring CADENCIAS
£12.0003/10 Tango: inspiring CADENCIAS, 90 min.
Cadencia. Having great rhythm, a fabulous musicality, being in tune with your partner and the song… All these can define cadencia. Cadencia in tango is without doubt what makes a great dancer and you can spot these on the floor straight away: rather than complex sequences that rarely fit the music, they prefer playful movement in complete sync with the music – something that will bring a big smile on their partner, every time. 100% fun.
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10/05/2021 Tango Workout
£8.00Bored of your sofa? Missing sweat? Worried about not getting enough exercise during the day? OUR TANGO WORKOUT for solo dancers might be the cure! 45 min of fun and fast drills.
This FUNDAMENTALS special edition will delve into the details of a milonga and a tango, looking at the transitions, how to move with the music, and more. Fun and ideal for those who found some of the previous workouts to be a little too fast. So, perfect for those who aren't too sure about following fast sequences.
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14/07 ENROSQUES SPECIAL – in couples, Part I
£12.0014/07 ENROSQUES SPECIAL - in couples, Part I, 90 min.
Enrosques are truly some of the most elegant, at times gravity defying, decorations and movements in tango. We will show enrosque combinations in couples, for both leaders and followers. Sharp, soft, slow and fast, they will have no more mystery for you! This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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29/04/2020 Musicality series: dancing with O. Pugliese
£12.00Musicality series: dancing with O. Pugliese. The great maestro had such an impact on tango that to this day, his music is played every milonga. Yet, the contrast in his songs is such that dancers are often left wondering: how can I put these fabulous sounds to movement? We will explore how to modify movement to Pugliese, and how to interpret his work.
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26/06/2020 Pure Technique: Slowing it Down
£12.00They say Tango is the Walking Dance 'par excellence'. So, to truly master tango, we need to learn to slow down. Yet, it proves to be perhaps the most difficult aspect of learning tango as often balance is a challenge when slowing down. Join to discover why it is important, and how to do it. Exercises for solo dancers, taking a look at the music, strengthening drills - to make your tango beautiful - one step at a time. ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS -
10/06/2020 Gancho special edition part I
£12.00Part I of the 'Ganchos' series. Part II is here. Ahhh, the mighty Gancho… a true tango icon. In this special GANCHO workshops we will explore the art behind them, how to maintain balance and communication and have fun with different gancho dynamics, for him and her. The Int/Adv. workshop will include new combinations that will delight everyone who loves tango. We will also give exercises to solo dancers to perfect their ganchos. Best enjoyed together with part II. PROGRAMME: * First half of the video: BEGINNERS (45 min) * Second half: INTERMEDIATES (45 min) -
10/11/2020 Tango Workout
£8.00Bored of your sofa? Missing sweat? Worried about not getting enough exercise during the day? OUR TANGO WORKOUT for solo dancers might be the cure! 45 min of fun and fast drills.
What it is: no technique, just a very intense session based on tango & milonga movements designed to make you feel in tip top shape. Love sweat again! And the benefit: you will work on your tango speed, so this will help you with the quickest of tangos and milongas! :)
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Leg Interaction bundle: Ganchos, Enganches, Paradas, Patadas and Barridas (8 lessons, tot. 12 hours)
£80.00LEG INTERACTION BUNDLE: perfect what makes tango such a beautiful dance! ABOUT your pack: each lesson includes two parts, the first for beginners and improvers, and the second for intermediates and up. Intermediates, we recommend you watch the first part as a solid introduction.
== » LESSON 1 & 2: Paradas (stops & contact) vs Pasadas (over leg pass) part I & II: when movement stops or carries on around and above legs. » LESSON 3 & 4: Astonishing Patadas (kicks) part I and II: impressive in between (and away) sudden leg movements. » LESSON 5 & 6: Leaders and Followers Barridas (foot sweeps) part I and II: "sweet sweeps" of the feet, by both leaders and followers. » LESSON 7 & 8: Amazing Ganchos (leg hooks) & Enganches (leg wraps) part I and II: the favourite of many dancers and a true tango icon. 👉 READ MORE DETAILS ON EACH CLASS BELOW. -
01/03/2021 Tango Workout
£8.00From this week the Workout is on Monday evenings! Bored of your sofa? Missing sweat? Worried about not getting enough exercise during the day? OUR TANGO WORKOUT for solo dancers might be the cure! 45 min of fun and fast drills.
What it is: no technique, just a very intense session based on tango & milonga movements designed to make you feel in tip top shape. Love sweat again! And the benefit: you will work on your tango speed, so this will help you with the quickest of tangos and milongas! :)
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04/10/2020 Sudden changes of Dynamics part II
£12.000410/2020 Sudden changes of Dynamics part II, 90 min. With their sudden changes of rhythm and style, the most contrasted tangos, from Puglisese to Pontier, are often the most difficult to dance on. Learn how to interpret and fully enjoy these most incredible songs, how to plan and prepare, and let the magic happen. This is part I of II but the two can be taken independently.
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03/03/2021 Fabulous Giros & their Enrosques, Part I
£12.0003/03/2021 Fabulous Giros & their Enrosques, Part I, 90 min.
Few steps are as versatile, and a greater source of inspiration, than the mighty GIRO and its decorations and embellishments. We will cover in depth variations around the Giro/contra-giro, possible enrosques for him and her, precise technique in couple, working with speed, creating centrifugal or centripetal force inside the embrace and more. Don't miss it to master the intricacies and possibilities offered by the giro! 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 :).
