FOR ALL INTERESTED IN STARTING OR PERFECTING VALS AND MILONGA! 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: 08/04 Milonga: Introductions & fundamentals » LESSON 2: 26/04/2020 Vals Primer: time signature and fundamentals » LESSON 3: 24/05/2020 Milonga: fun combinations » LESSON 4: 02/08/2020 Milonga: Lisa & Traspie » LESSON 5: 09/08/2020 Vals: Special Cadenas PLEASE SCROLL BELOW FOR MORE CLASS DETAILS-
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Vals & Milonga Bundle (5 lessons, tot. 7.5 hours)
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SOLO technique bundle for Leaders & Followers (9 lessons, tot. 13.5 hrs)
£95.00SOLO 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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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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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. -
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Complete Beginner Tango Course: no experience necessary (12 lessons, tot. 9 hrs)
£80.00COMPLETE BEGINNER TANGO COURSE You have never danced tango but always wanted to try? This course is the perfect place to start. LESSON 1. TANGO FUNDAMENTALS LESSON 2. FIRST STEPS LESSON 3. TANGO WALK (CAMINATA) LESSON 4. BOX STEP (BALDOSA) LESSON 5. CROSS (CRUCE) LESSON 6. REBOUNDS (REBOTE) LESSON 7. PIVOTS & OCHOS LESSON 8. SANGUCHITO LESSON 9. OCHO CORTADO LESSON 10. PROMENADE AND CALECITA LESSON 11. AMERICANA LESSON 12. FOOT SWEEP (BARRIDA) SCROLL DOWN FOR MORE DETAILS ON EACH CLASS CONTENTS or look at the short INTRODUCTION VIDEO on the left (click on the double red arrows on the bottom right to make it full screen)
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31/10 SPEED: how to achieve Speed in tango
£12.0031/10 SPEED: how to achieve Speed in tango, 90 min.
SPEED: from Variaciones to quick Rhythmical tangos, we sometimes need to up our game and get more agile and quicker on our feet. Discover the technique and actual examples of sequences that can be used when things are heating up. A dream for d'Arienzo, Biagi, Puglises and milonga lovers. Become scarily quick and impress your partner!
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31/07/2020 Pure Technique: adapting Tango technique to Milonga
£12.00Milonga brings an infinite amount of joy and fun to its dancers. Yet, how does one adapt their technique from Tango to Milonga? What are the fundamental differences between the two? Learn the tricks to look like, and dance like, a milonga expert. ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS -
31/05/2020 Beginnings & Endings special
£12.00They say a tango is mostly danced in the first 30 seconds. Have you ever wanted to start your tango dances with the perfect Beginning and complete them with an inspirational Ending? Discover the best way to set the right context for what’s to come, and delight your partner. Pauses will also be covered. A one off theme that shouldn’t be missed.
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31/03/2021 Special VALS: Fabulous Cadenas, Part I
£12.0031/03/2021 Special VALS: Fabulous Cadenas, Part I, 90 min.
Fabulous vals cadenas! Join us to learn how to make your vals inspiring and beautifully connected to your partner. We will explore cadenas (chains), these vals combinations that fit the vals time signature like a glove. Understand the technique behind, the points of connection, the usage of hips and movement in the embrace, and all that is necessary for your cadenas to work. For all Vals lovers. This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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31/03/2020 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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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. -
30/12/2020 Keys to Improvisation for Leaders & Followers, part I
£12.0030/12/2020 Keys to Improvisation for Leaders & Followers, part I, 90 min.
Improvisation. It can be said that, for many, it is the main challenge tango encapsulates. This week, join your lessons to discover KEYS TO IMPROVISATION, and understand how to connect to your dance, from within. We will equip you with tools to make it easier and more structured, as they say that structure itself is the best tool to unstructured flow and inspiration. This is part I of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
30/10/2020 Solo Technique: Ganchos vs Enganches vs Boleos
£12.0030/10/2020 Solo Technique: Ganchos vs Enganches vs Boleos, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Ganchos, Enganches and Boleos: what better way to have fun and add style to your tango? You will discover the difference between them, and equip you with technique, timing, balance, styling and how to smoothly communicate to your partner. -
30/09/2020 Sudden changes of Dynamics part I
£12.0030/09/2020 Sudden changes of Dynamics part I, 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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30/08/2020 Master the CONTRA energy in tango – part II
£12.0030/08 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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30/06/2020 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! :) -
30/06 The 3 AXIS in Tango: fine tune your communication in embrace, Part I
£12.0030/06 The 3 AXIS in Tango: fine tune your communication in embrace, Part I, 90 min.
We may often refer to 'the axis' in Tango, but truth is, things are a little more subtle than that. Learn about the 3 axis in tango, and how to use them, to use the complete range of tools for a more precise communication in your dancing. Sometimes, less is more, but also less is finer, more accurate, for unambiguous and definite transmission of lead and response to lead. For those who want to create a deeper connection and wider range of movements. This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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30/05 Fabulous PLANEOS and their adornos for both roles, Part II
£12.0030/05 Fabulous PLANEOS and their adornos for both roles, Part II, 90 min.
Fabulous PLANEOS! Planeos are these gravity defying moments when the follower (or the leader, in more complex combinations) stand and rotate on one leg for a prolonged time, often decorating with elaborate adornos. Perfect choices for soft and melancholic songs, they are a true gem. Come join us to master them (for both roles) and understand when and how to use them! This is part II of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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30/04/2021 Tango SOLOS: Sanguchitos & Crosses, in depth technique
£12.0030/04/2021 Tango SOLOS: Sanguchitos & Crosses, in depth technique, 90 min.
SOLO TECHNIQUE: two elements in tango are used constantly: sanguchitos and crosses. They both have their own technique, and when coupled with precision, can be some of the most satisfying and elegant combinations in tango. Come join us to learn how to make them part of your strongest steps, from tips on balance to timing, lead and even decorating them. No partner required.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS -
29/11/2020 fabulous SPIRALS: what they are and how to use them, part II
£12.0029/11/2020 fabulous SPIRALS: what they are and how to use them, part II, 90 min.
Heads will turn this week! Discover the spirals, what they are, their precise timing, which part of your body contributes to this effect, when they can be used and why they make a real difference. The result? More grace, more power and more creativity. This is part II of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
29/09/2020 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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29/08 Open or Close? Many tango embraces Part II
£12.0029/08 Open or Close? Many tango embraces Part II, 90 min.
Open or close? Learn the tricks and tips to make your embrace alive and a true part of your tango. When do you need to open, when can you keep it close by creating space inside the embrace, the role of the hips, the shape of the frame, and how to communicate a sudden change of shape. A truly useful session to understand the components of the embrace and how to use the right tool at the right time. This is the last part of this series but each part can be viewed independently.
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29/07/2020 Amazing Americana variations part I
£12.0029/07 Amazing Americana variations: The Americana might sound like a coffee variant, but it is one of the most versatile positions in tango, the entry to a multitude of steps and creative combinations. Add the Americana to your repertoire, it will become a close ally beautifying your tango. This is part I of II (next part, this coming Wednesday) but the two can be taken independently. -
29/05/2020 Pure Technique: Special Pivots edition
£12.00This Friday, we will discover the secret of solid, controlled pivots. Pivoting is… pivotal to dancing tango ;). Learn the subtle art of pivoting, and discover many exercises to also practice by yourself afterwards! Balance • Elegance • Precision • Timing. Become a pivot expert!
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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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29/03/2021 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 Idilio Trunco VALS, 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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29/03/2020 Half giro (Beginners) & Detailed giros in depth (Intermediates)
£12.00Learn the secret art of the Giro! We start with beginners with the half giro, its simpler version. Intermediates will learn in depth Giro technique: both in terms of lead, and how to execute them. We will cover advanced technique, how to improve balance, precision in giros, time signature and musicality - and how to vary their shape and speed. Fun and deeply informative, both for solo dancers and couples alike!
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29/01/2021 Solo Technique: How to Practice Tango as a SOLO, DOs and DONTs
£12.0029/01/2021 Solo Technique: How to Practice Tango as a SOLO, DOs and DONTs, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: Everyone agrees than practicing solo can lead to developing bad habits, which have to be unlearnt later. What are the DOs and DONT's of learning Tango as a SOLO dancer, to improve your technique and make the most of your time by yourself to enhance your movement and skill? Join today to supercharge your SOLO technique training. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
28/10/2020 GANCHOS vs. ENGANCHES, part I
£12.0028/10/2020 GANCHOS vs. ENGANCHES, part I, 90 min.
We love ganchos and enganches: they are the true icons of tango! Explore how to master some astonishing hooks and wraps, from preparation, balance, technique and lead, to adding finesse and style to them. Wednesday is part I of II (best enjoyed together but each part can be taken independently). -
28/08/2020 Pure Technique: Add Stability and Precision to your tango
£12.0028/08 Learn the secrets of stability & precision in tango. Stability in tango is often what makes the difference between a great and satisfying dance and one that doesn't feel right. It is difficult to achieve, yet these tips & exercises will help you understand where this stability is coming from, and how to nurture it. We will add precision to stability, as they work together.
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28/07 Tango: Add contrast in your dancing, Part I
£12.0028/07 Tango: Add contrast in your dancing, Part I, 90 min.
Contrast is everything in tango. Rugged mountains, wide spaces, soft plains, dramatic crevices - there is nothing more beautiful than adding and interpreting this contrast when the music offers the possibility. Adding contrast isn't always easy to do but they is a technique behind which will help you do so. insightful session. This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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28/06/2020 Advanced Sanguchito Variations special edition part II
£12.00Advanced Sanguchito variations w Paula & Bruno: rediscover the sheer pleasure of playing with the Sanguchito! Not as straight forward as it seems, but so surprising and versatile! The Sanguchito is a true Tango Icon, at the same time elegant, useful in crowded spaces, and surprisingly musical when used in the right context. We will explore together new and interesting variants around the sandwich. We guarantee you will love it again. This is part II of II. Best enjoyed together but can also be taken separately. -
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 -
28/04/2021 Sanguchito Creative Variations, Part I
£12.0028/04/2021 Sanguchito Creative Variations, Part I, 90 min.
Lord Sandwich will be pleased! Sanguchitos, or foot wraps, are everyone's beloved combinations, as they give more space and time for the couple to breathe and connect. You might know the classic sanguchito, but there are so many more we will explore with you which are playful, fun and at times simply cheeky. A must-have tool in your tango treasure box. This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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28/04/2020 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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28/03/2021 The Art of the Rebote (Rebound), Part II
£12.0028/03/2021 The Art of the Rebote (Rebound), Part II, 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 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.
