Osvaldo Fresedo… Chances are, his name brings soft, complex and highly danceable tunes to your mind. Isla de Capri… Cordobesita… Vida Mia… a multitude of beautiful tunes from ‘El pibe de La Paternal’ that are favourites in many milongas. Come and learn about his work and how to interpret it when you dance. A charming lesson of tango that will put a smile on your face for the whole week.
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13/05/2020 Musicality series: dancing with Osvaldo Fresedo
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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). -
02/06 GIROS just want to have fun – adornos, styling and speed, Part I
£12.0002/06 GIROS just want to have fun - adornos, styling and speed, Part I, 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 I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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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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15/11/2020 CORTES & CONTRA-CORTES, amazing variations, part II
£12.0015/11/2020 CORTES & CONTRA-CORTES, amazing variations, part II, 90 min.
This week, master the Cortes and Contra-Cortes! Fun and allowing plenty of variants, you will be surprised at how creative they will make your dance. Fun guaranteed (or your sandwich back). This is part II of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
08/07/2020 Leaders & Followers Barridas part I
£12.00Barridas (sometimes called Arrastres) are the true tango gem: a delicate foot contact - some may call it a gentle foot 'kiss and sweep' - that is without doubt a tango symbol. Learn how to prepare for a stable and safe barrida, how to lead it and respond to the lead, incorporate it in the music, and create your own. This is part I of II, best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
10/01/2021 From Patadas to Tocadas, part II
£12.0010/01/2021 From Patadas to Tocadas, part II, 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 II of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
10/06/2020 Gancho special edition part I
£12.00Part I of the 'Ganchos' series. Part II is here. Ahhh, the mighty Gancho… a true tango icon. In this special GANCHO workshops we will explore the art behind them, how to maintain balance and communication and have fun with different gancho dynamics, for him and her. The Int/Adv. workshop will include new combinations that will delight everyone who loves tango. We will also give exercises to solo dancers to perfect their ganchos. Best enjoyed together with part II. PROGRAMME: * First half of the video: BEGINNERS (45 min) * Second half: INTERMEDIATES (45 min) -
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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14/07 ENROSQUES SPECIAL – in couples, Part I
£12.0014/07 ENROSQUES SPECIAL - in couples, Part I, 90 min.
Enrosques are truly some of the most elegant, at times gravity defying, decorations and movements in tango. We will show enrosque combinations in couples, for both leaders and followers. Sharp, soft, slow and fast, they will have no more mystery for you! This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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03/03/2021 Fabulous Giros & their Enrosques, Part I
£12.0003/03/2021 Fabulous Giros & their Enrosques, Part I, 90 min.
Few steps are as versatile, and a greater source of inspiration, than the mighty GIRO and its decorations and embellishments. We will cover in depth variations around the Giro/contra-giro, possible enrosques for him and her, precise technique in couple, working with speed, creating centrifugal or centripetal force inside the embrace and more. Don't miss it to master the intricacies and possibilities offered by the giro! This is part I of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken 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.
