28/08 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.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS-
28/08/2020 Pure Technique: Add Stability and Precision to your tango
£12.00 -
16/04/2021 Tango SOLOS: Pivoting on 2 feet, in depth technique for him & her
£12.0016/04/2021 Tango SOLOS: Pivoting on 2 feet, in depth technique for him & her, 90 min.
SOLO TECHNIQUE: Pivots on 2 feet are of a different kind, leading to subtle and different movements and shapes. Learn the intricacies of the technique behind, understand how to improve balance and coordination in these pivots, and add these lovely moves to your repertoire. No partner required.
Lesson (pre-recorded) available from midday on Friday. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS -
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 :). -
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 :). -
21/05/2021 Tango SOLOS: the great M.O.T., get your tango technique back
£12.0021/05/2021 Tango SOLOS: the great M.O.T., get your tango technique back, 90 min.
SOLO TECHNIQUE: Once in a while, our fundamental tango technique needs a little revision, also called M.O.T. (when servicing one's car in the UK)! We will get in depth with the Balance, Transfer, Floor Connection, Embrace and more for SOLO dancers. Unmissable! No partner required.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
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 -
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 -
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 :). -
17/04/2020 Technique & Styling class – ADORNOS II
£12.00 -
11/12/2020 Solo Technique: Understanding FRONTS in Tango
£12.0011/12/2020 Solo Technique: Understanding FRONTS in Tango, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: UNDERSTANDING FRONTS in Tango. Master these moments when the follower shifts in embrace, and suddenly faces a different direction. They are beautiful moments of subtle connection changes and open a wide range of new possibilities: learn the art (and technique) behind. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
14/05/2021 Tango SOLOS: AMERICANA, in depth technique for him and her
£12.0014/05/2021 Tango SOLOS: AMERICANA, in depth technique for him and her, 90 min.
SOLO TECHNIQUE: Torso. Hips displacement. Legs and feet placement. Cross or parallel system. Reverse or forward. Doubled. The Americana has lots of flavours and shapes, so we will delve into the details and secrets of perhaps the most beloved embrace of most tango dancers. We will explore lead and response, in depth technique, and adornos. No partner required.
NOTE: THIS CLASS HAS BEEN PRERECORDED, so there is no 'Live' on 14/05. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS -
01/01/2021 Solo Technique: Tango Exercises after XMAS excesses
£12.0001/01/2021 Solo Technique: Tango Exercises after XMAS excesses, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: Champagne? Cakes? Turkey? Chocolate? Tarts? Biscuits? Sweet drinks? Way too much food? No problem- we have a plan! We will equip you with fun exercises to shake off all these excesses. And the bonus: your technique will improve in doing so, so what’s not to like? Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :).
