Dimension: Energy - Theme: Back boleos

Back boleos are a great way to add energy to a dance. They are a whip-like movement using a change of energy, normally from backward ocho to forward ocho. In this class, we saw some simple versions of boleos for beginners and then upped the tempo with a boleo on the floor and a lifted boleo for intermediates & up.

Dimension: Energy - Theme: Soft giros with enrosque & lapiz

In this class, we played with soft, romantic giros, as a contrast with last week's high energy giro with sacada.

Dimension: Energy - Theme: High impact giros with sacadas & boleos

In this class, we built up a bit of tension and drama by playing with low and high sacadas, and a back / forward boleo combination.

Dimension: Energy - Theme: Romantic planeos

Planeos can really bring a bit of romance in any slow, dramatic tangos. Think Di Sarli, Malberba, Fresedo, Calo, certain slow Canaro like Poema. In this class, we saw a couple of simple versions and then built up to more complex planeos with advanced adornments.

Dimension: Energy - Theme: Changes of energy using the cross

The cross - such a classic step, the Argentinian call it the resolution step. To bring life and excitement back into the cross, we looked at how we could play with the energy (slower, faster) and use the cross to enter beautiful giros.