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03/07/2020 Pure Technique: Speeding it UP
£12.00When the song accelerate, how do these dancers manage to keep control whilst increasing velocity of their movements? This edition will give you the tools and exercises to know what to do to acquire more speed and precision in your tango. A must see for all dancers in love with d’Arienzo, d’Agostino, Lomuto, Laurenz, Biagi, Troilo, Vals and Milongas! ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS -
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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04/04/2021 Special VALS: Fabulous Cadenas, Part II
£12.0004/04/2021 Special VALS: Fabulous Cadenas, Part II, 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 II of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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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 -
04/07 The 3 AXIS in Tango: fine tune your communication in embrace, Part II
£12.0004/07 The 3 AXIS in Tango: fine tune your communication in embrace, Part II, 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 II of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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04/08/2020 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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04/09/2020 Pure Technique: Enrosques for him & her
£12.0004/09/2020 Pure Technique: Enrosques for him & her
Ever dreamt of adding Enrosques to your tango repertoire? This Friday, you will understand how they work, their timing, and how to lead/follow and use them. Beautiful and powerful, they will become an indispensable part of your tango style. Make an impression on the tango floor!
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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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04/11/2020 SALON vs. MILONGUERO styles, part I
£12.0004/11/2020 SALON vs. MILONGUERO styles, part I, 90 min.
Special workshop SALON vs. MILONGUERO style, for all of you who always wanted to understand the fundamental differences, and when and how to play with both. Covering music, connection, embrace, and style. Wednesday is part I of II (best enjoyed together but each part can be taken independently). -
04/12/2020 Solo Technique: Beautiful FRONT AND BACK CROSSES, technique for him & her
£12.0004/12/2020 Solo Technique: Beautiful FRONT AND BACK CROSSES, technique for him & her, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: special FONT AND BACK CROSSES workshop. Front and Back crosses are amongst the most used (and decorative) movements in tango. Yet, they are not always done with control and style. Discover how to make them world-class, and what you can do to practice them. Some exercises will be challenging! Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
05/01/2021 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.
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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05/02/2021 Solo Technique: Keys to Musicality for him and her
£12.0005/02/2021 Solo Technique: Keys to Musicality for him and her, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: delve into the intricate details of tango songs, and discover how to put them to movement as a solo dancer. Get to know what exercises to add to your routine, so that your musicality fully develops when you are practicing by yourself. An insightful workshop based around music and movement, that you will fully enjoy! Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
05/03/2021 Tango SOLOS: GIROS in depth technique & advanced exercises
£12.0005/03/2021 Tango SOLOS: GIROS in depth technique & advanced exercises, 90 min.
Giros in depth. How can one achieve a beautiful, controlled, smooth and deeply connected giro? We will delve into the intricacies of axis control, energy sharing and sustenance, timing, pivot dominance, and back and forth communication from lead to response to lead. Don't miss this SOLO TECHNIQUE if you feel you wish to take your giros to the next level! We will also show you advanced exercises that you can also practice to better your giros. A must watch!
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05/04/2020 CROSSES VARIATIONS Beginners + Intermediates
£12.00Front and back crosses, but not as you know them! Add style and novelty to your crosses, in speed, direction and add some adornos. Trust us, you will love your ‘cruce’ again! The first half will explore the cross for beginners, and the second half will push the envelope into new territory. Usable for the dance floor!
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05/05 Fun Milonga Lisa and Traspie, Part I
£12.0005/05 Fun Milonga Lisa and Traspie, Part I, 90 min.
"Fun" and "Milonga" is almost a pleonasm: fun was inherently built in the milonga dance. Fun variations which are dancefloor-ready, for your greatest enjoyment. We guarantee it will make the rainiest day, well, filled with laughter and weightless light. We will cover Lisa and Traspie, the Laurels and Hardys of Milonga. This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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05/05/2020 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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05/06/2020 Pure Technique: Pivots pivots (Part 2 of 2)
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05/07/2020 Basic to Advanced Planeos special edition part II
£12.00When things slow down, Planeos are beautiful choices to interpret this sudden heightened connection with ourselves. Join and learn the delicate art of the Planeo – from simple ones for beginners to advanced ones for intermediates and up, playing with displacement, role and adornos. This is part II of II, best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
05/08/2020 Amazing Americana variations part II
£12.0005/08 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 II of II but the two can be taken independently. -
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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06/01/2021 From Patadas to Tocadas, part I
£12.0006/01/2021 From Patadas to Tocadas, part I, 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 I of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
06/05/2020 Musicality series: dancing with Juan d’Arienzo
£12.00It is not too risky to say every tango dancer loves Juan d’Arienzo – el ‘Rey del compas’. His work revolutionalised tango and is for all of us dancers a true source of constant inspiration. Yet, how are his songs built, and how do you put these beautiful pieces to movement? As for every musicality series workshop we will also talk about the artist, the man, and his orchestra.
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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. -
06/09/2020 Enroques Primer for couples
£12.0006/09 Unmissable! Add Enroques to your tango repertoire – for both leaders and followers – when you dance. Understand how they work, their timing, how to lead and follow within the embrace, when to use them and impact on embrace. Beautiful and powerful, they will become an indispensable part of your tango style.
