They say a tango is mostly danced in the first 30 seconds. Have you ever wanted to start your tango dances with the perfect Beginning and complete them with an inspirational Ending? Discover the best way to set the right context for what’s to come, and delight your partner. Pauses will also be covered. A one off theme that shouldn’t be missed.
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Part II of the 'Ganchos' series. Part I 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 I. PROGRAMME: * First half of the video: BEGINNERS (45 min) * Second half: INTERMEDIATES (45 min)
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Learn the intricacies behind front & Back Sacadas! Sacadas are like the spice in cooking: they add flavour and excitement to tango. We will explore the fundamental technique behind them, understanding when to use them, the correct timing and embrace adaptation in the process. This is part II of II. Best enjoyed together but can also be taken separately.
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Advanced Sanguchito variations w Paula & Bruno: rediscover the sheer pleasure of playing with the Sanguchito! Not as straight forward as it seems, but so surprising and versatile! The Sanguchito is a true Tango Icon, at the same time elegant, useful in crowded spaces, and surprisingly musical when used in the right context. We will explore together new and interesting variants around the sandwich. We guarantee you will love it again. This is part II of II. Best enjoyed together but can also be taken separately.
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When 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.
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Barridas (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 II of II, best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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Ahh, the Ocho Cortado. Myth has it that it came into existence when a dancer had to suddenly abort a giro. Come learn this iconic and its multiple variants, playing with speed, direction and musicality. This is part II of II, best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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The cross system is truly revolutionary in tango - a great tool to reinvent how leader and follower interact and literally dance around each other. A beautiful session, as much an eye opener than a fascinating way to play with your dance and repertoire. This is part II of II (part I on Wednesday), but each can be taken independently.
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02/08/2020 Special Milonga: Lisa & Traspie
MILONGA! Dancing it brings an infinite amount of joy and fun to everyone. Join us to learn how to enjoy its different speeds and combinations, so you're truly 100% MILONGA ready for your next outing! Milonga Lisa & Traspie variations.
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09/08/2020 Vals special: Cadenas
The name alone makes every tango dancer want to get on the floor and twirl, until the world around fades and becomes a distant memory. Learn how to use vals' beautiful cadenas, whilst retaining a strong connection with music and partner. Heads will turn this Sunday!
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16/08 No tango would be complete without its paradas and pasadas. Used to close when phrasing comes to an end. Learn the technique behind these two families of steps, and discover new variants with exciting combinations alternating legs and points of contact. A must for every tango dancer! Part II of II, each part can be taken independently.
