26/02/2021 Tango SOLOS: PIVOTS & their adornos, fundamental technique, 90 min.
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 :).
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26/02/2021 Tango SOLOS: PIVOTS & their adornos, fundamental technique
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26/03/2021 Tango SOLOS: Rebounds & Changes of weight – in depth technique
£12.0026/03/2021 Tango SOLOS: Rebounds & Changes of weight - in depth technique, 90 min.
Rebounds and changes of weight are so ubiquitous in tango, their technique needs true precision and control. Join the Solo technique workshop to discover how to make them rigorous and flawless, when other factors such as speed and direction make them more complex. Uncover how you can adorn (decorate) them and add playfulness in the process. A useful technique workshop you will use every time you hit the dancefloor.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded. ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS -
26/04/2020 VALS Primer: time signature and cadenas
£12.0026/04/2020 VALS Primer: time signature and cadenasBeginners, learn the basics of the tango vals. Intermediates: explore the vals time signatures and learn cadenas specifically designed for vals (no large space required).
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26/04/2021 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, 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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26/05 Fabulous PLANEOS and their adornos for both roles, Part I
£12.0026/05 Fabulous PLANEOS and their adornos for both roles, Part I, 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 I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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26/05/2020 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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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 -
26/07/2020 Demystifying the CROSS system part II
£12.00The cross system is truly revolutionary in tango - a great tool to reinvent how leader and follower interact and literally dance around each other. A beautiful session, as much an eye opener than a fascinating way to play with your dance and repertoire. This is part II of II (part I on Wednesday), but each 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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27/01/2021 Calibrate your TANGO: DO’s and DONT’s, Part I
£12.0027/01/2021 Calibrate your TANGO: DO's and DONT's, Part I, 90 min. 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 I of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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27/03/2020 Technique & Styling class – caminata and more
£12.00This week, we explore the caminata, quality of movement and more. We focus on what perhaps matters most: giving you a roadmap towards developing an impeccable balance and thus making your tango secure, precise, and a joy to dance. -
27/05/2020 GREAT MILONGUEROS of the Past (2 of 3)
£12.00Great Milongueros of the Past Series (2 of 3), 90 min. Get inspired by those who paved the way! We will travel back in time and learn from the Great Maestros of the past – those, dancing in the 40s to 70s, who created new embraces, steps and combinations that were later adopted by their fellow dancers – and us. Be inspired by their genius. Best enjoyed along with part 1 and 3 but can be learnt independently.
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27/06 Astonishing GANCHO VARIATIONS – in couples, Part II
£12.0027/06 Astonishing GANCHO VARIATIONS - in couples, Part II, 90 min.
Ganchos (hooks) and Enganches are, for many, the perfect way to spice up one's tango, add flavour to it, and enrich it with a renewed connection. Although classic ganchos are relatively simple to achieve, more advanced variations require planning, precision and deeper communication. Join us to widen your gancho repertoire, 100% fun! This is part II of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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27/09/2020 Astonishing Volcadas part II
£12.0027/09/2020 Astonishing Volcadas part II, 90 min. 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! Part II of II but can both lessons can be taken independently.
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27/10/2020 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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27/11/2020 Solo Technique: SPIRALS fundamentals, technique for him & her
£12.0027/11/2020 Solo Technique: SPIRALS fundamentals, technique for him & her, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: special SPIRALS workshop. discover what Tango Spirals are, why they make a real difference and what you can do to practice them. Learn about their timing, body mechanics, and communication in embrace. The result? More grace, more power and more creativity. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
27/12/2020 Front & Back SACADAS Primer for Leaders & Followers, part II
£12.0027/12/2020 Front & Back SACADAS Primer for Leaders & Followers, part II, 90 min.
Front sacadas, back sacadas, sacadas of the leader, sacadas of the follower... Sacadas are the favourites of many tango dancers. At times dramatic, intriguing, surprising or in perfect sync with the music, they are a tool that becomes indispensable as soon as you start using them. Not to be missed! This is part II of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
28/02/2021 Elements of STAGE tango, Part II
£12.0028/02/2021 Elements of STAGE tango, Part II, 90 min.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :).
STAGE is back! Lifts, sentadas, jumps and so much more. Dig into the stage tango universe, and learn relatively simple movements designed for shows (or for those who want to occasionally impress). We will go over Tango Escenario fundamentals, how to prepare yourself, and will show you safe classics to spice up your dance and shine on the floor. This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
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. -
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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28/04/2021 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.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded. -
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 -
28/06/2020 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. -
28/07 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.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded.
