Beginners, 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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26/04/2020 VALS Primer: time signature and cadenas
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23/08/2020 The Art of the Tango Embraces part II
£12.0023/08 The Embrace (Abrazo). They say Tango is nothing more (and nothing less!) than an embrace. Could this be the very reason we all dance tango? The embrace is, as much as steps and combinations, a tool we can use to vary the feelings and interpretation in tango. Part II of II, each part can be taken independently. -
25/10/2020 Varying Speed and Style in your Giros, part II
£12.0025/10/2020 Varying Speed and Style in your Giros, part II, 90 min.
Ah, the mighty giro. Learn how to add depth and colour to it - from style, energy to how it feels. Delve into the secrets of how to adapt your technique when you suddenly change the speed and amplitude in the giro, how to retain control and grace when things are faster and see what adornos can be added for extra fun. Sunday is part II of II (best enjoyed together but each part can be taken independently). -
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 :). -
19/02/2021 Tango SOLO Technique: BARRIDAS Technique for him and her
£12.0019/02/2021 Tango SOLO Technique: BARRIDAS Technique for him and her, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: BARRIDAS can seem gravity defying at times, but there is some strong technique behind them to achieve these connected and elegant foot sweep. With exercises deciphering the mechanics of lower body connection, understand the timing, strength required, angle and speed of the barridas, so you never lose your balance when trying them, ever again. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
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 -
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.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded. -
15/05/2020 Technique & Styling class – SPEED & MUSICALITY
£12.00(PART 2 of SPEED IN TANGO) Slow. Fast. Contrasted. Is Speed the holy grail of tango? Find out the technique behind sudden changes of speed, and how to sustain a higher or lower speed in good balance and control. Things will not be the same afterwards. We will also touch upon speed and musicality, and styling.
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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 -
22/11/2020 CHANGING LANES, for a more creative tango, Part II
£12.0022/11/2020 CHANGING LANES, for a more creative tango, Part II, 90 min.
Swirl around your partner, constantly navigating and changing lanes. Surprise and delight your partner with skillful path navigation, changes of direction, constant switch between cross and parallel system, and more. 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 :). -
13/01/2021 Mastering Double time & Syncopations, part I
£12.0013/01/2021 Mastering Double time & Syncopations, part I, 90 min.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :).
Finally master these moments of acceleration and time shifts in tango songs! Double time and Syncopations moments can be tricky to unravel, as they necessitate planning and a hint of fearless execution. Learn the tricks and some beautiful examples of lead and adornos to interpret them when they come. An exhilarating session of challenge of fun. This is part I of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
14/03/2021 Secrets of Elegance & Control, Part II
£12.0014/03/2021 Secrets of Elegance & Control, Part II, 90 min
How can dancers improve the quality of their movement, and increase the control and fluidity of their trajectory as a couple? We will show exercises and delve into the secrets of a controlled movement, a more graceful transfer, and put it to practice with sequences. For all of you who love tango as one of the most elegant dances! This is part II of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
NOTE: THIS CLASS WILL BE PRE-RECORDED Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :).
