16/09 Colgadas vs Single Axis Turns (part I). Colgadas vs Single Axis Turns: a fascinating journey into the conquest of gravity in Tango! Finally master the mighty Colgadas and their nemesis the Single Axis turn, understand their differences, how to achieve stability, and practice to create that out of axis effect. Part I of II (last of series on Sunday), but can both lessons can be taken independently.
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16/10/2020 Solo Technique: Amazing footwork for him & her.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS
It is safe to say the beauty of tango resides in a large part in our footwork. Beyond the obvious flex vs. point, what can you do to ensure you look amazing and in control on the dancefloor? Understand how to develop and clean up the footwork, what techniques you can apply, and how it will impact your lead and following. For all of you who simply what to look polished and smooth. -
16/12/2020 Travelling Vs Still Tango: move with music and space, part I, 90 min.
Experience the incredible richness of tango, from those moments of stillness when time seems to stop, to moments of wide movements, when the music suddenly expands and makes us want to move. Learn how to use the space around you - may it be at home or a busy/quiet milonga, and make it your ally. This is part I of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
17/01/2021 Mastering Double time & Syncopations, part II, 90 min.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :).
Finally master these moments of acceleration and time shifts in tango songs! Double time and Syncopations moments can be tricky to unravel, as they necessitate planning and a hint of fearless execution. Learn the tricks and some beautiful examples of lead and adornos to interpret them when they come. An exhilarating session of challenge of fun. This is part I of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. -
17/02 Mastering Leaders and Followers Barridas, Part I, 90 min.
"How is that led?" Some Barridas (also called Arrastres) are sometimes so delicate and exquisite one can wonder what is the lead behind. Whilst most know the typical leaders barridas, they are also follower barridas, which seem to be even more floaty - almost diaphanous. Come and join us to discover some of these elegant and graceful movement, understand how to prepare for them and execute them flawlessly. This is part I of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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17/03 Master LINEAR VS CIRCULAR movements in Tango, 90 min.
The beauty of tango resides in its ever changing possibilities, adapting movement and energy to space, mood and music. One of its most useful tool is the realisation that a lot comes in two shades - linear and circular. Come and join us to discover and understand the body mechanics behind these two types of movement, and the challenges faced when changing from one system to the other.
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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 I of II. Best enjoyed together but can also be taken separately.
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Join the Adorno Secrets PURE TECHNIQUE workshop and discover when to decorate, how to decorate, the connection with the music and partner, how to play with the time signature and more. Secrets will be revealed, shhh!! ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS
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17/10 Amazing Front and Back crosses variations, 90 min. Front 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. All designed for the dance floor. Bring creativity using crosses to your dance! Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded.
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18/04 Pivots on 2 feet, Advanced Combinations - Part II, 90 min
The beauty of tango resides in its diversity of movement and shapes. Although most pivots happen on one leg, there are special ones which require both legs, from leader or follower. They give birth to graceful and surprising moves, where things don't always appear as they are. If you like subtlety and connection, you will love them. This is part II of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
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18/06 Tango SOLOS: CONTRA vs A-FAVOR technique for him & her, 90 min. SOLO TECHNIQUE: Energies in embrace and the CONTRA/A-FAVOR techniques of movements are delicate but incredibly powerful and innovative. Join us to discover how to fully use them, lead these movements and adapt the embrace to what is required for energy, balance and style. No partner required. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded.
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18/07 ENROSQUES SPECIAL – in couples, Part II, 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 II of II, both parts best enjoyed together but can be taken independently. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded.
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18/09 How to practice tango at home. Home alone? No partner? But still decided to take your tango to the next level? All is takes is practice. But how? What exercises to practice, how often, in what context, what songs? Today we will give you a training and development plan that you can (literally) take home.
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18/10 ticket for one couple - 3.30pm - 5.30pm Guided Practica, with DJ Bruno, 120 minutes Note: - Practica for couples, no switching of partners. You will need to come with your partner 'from your bubble' - Please bring your own drinks - Does not include the Workshop before the practica All precautions and safety guidelines will be taken, including track & trace, one-way circulation system, thorough cleaning of the hall, and temperature control. By attending the workshop or practica you agree to our terms and to the Covid specific conditions.
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Out of stock18/10 ticket for one couple A full afternoon of tango at Tanguito, including - 2pm - 3.30pm Workshop: USING SUDDEN CHANGES OF HEIGHT & SPEED IN GIROS, 90 minutes - 3.30pm - 5.30pm Guided Practica, with DJ Bruno, 120 minutes Notes: - workshop & practica for couples, no switching of partners. You will need to come with your partner 'from your bubble' - please bring your own drinks - given the covid situation and track & trace process, tickets are non refundable, non transferable All precautions and safety guidelines will be taken, including track & trace, one-way circulation system, thorough cleaning of the hall, and temperature control. By attending the workshop or practica you agree to our terms and to the Covid specific conditions.
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18/10 ticket for one couple - 2pm - 3.30pm Workshop: USING SUDDEN CHANGES OF HEIGHT & SPEED IN GIROS, 90 minutes Note: - workshop for couples, no switching of partners. You will need to come with your partner 'from your bubble' - does not include practica afterwards - please bring your own drinks - given the covid situation and track & trace process, tickets are non refundable, non transferable All precautions and safety guidelines will be taken, including track & trace, one-way circulation system, thorough cleaning of the hall, and temperature control. By attending the workshop or practica you agree to our terms and to the Covid specific conditions.
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18/10 ticket for one SOLO dancer - 2pm - 3.30pm Workshop: USING SUDDEN CHANGES OF HEIGHT & SPEED IN GIROS, 90 minutes Note: - as a solo dancer you will NOT be matched/partnered with another dancer: you will be given tango exercises to practice the topic taught - does not include practica afterwards - please bring your own drinks - given the covid situation and track & trace process, tickets are non refundable, non transferable All precautions and safety guidelines will be taken, including track & trace, one-way circulation system, thorough cleaning of the hall, and temperature control. By attending the workshop or practica you agree to our terms and to the Covid specific conditions.
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18/10/2020 Varying Speed and Style in your Giros Part I, 90 min.
Ah, the mighty giro. Learn how to add depth and colour to it - from style, energy to how it feels. Delve into the secrets of how to adapt your technique when you suddenly change the speed and amplitude in the giro, how to retain control and grace when things are faster and see what adornos can be added for extra fun. This is part II of II (best enjoyed together but each part can be taken independently). -
18/11/2020 CHANGING LANES, for a more creative tango (part I), 90 min.
Swirl around your partner, constantly navigating and changing lanes. Surprise and delight your partner with skillful path navigation, changes of direction, constant switch between cross and parallel system, and more. 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 :). -
18/12/2020 Solo Technique: STILL vs TRAVELLING TANGO, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Tango for SOLOs: Experience the incredible richness of tango, from those moments of stillness when time seems to stop, to moments of wide movements, when the music suddenly expands and makes us want to move. Learn how to manage your balance, energy, direction and connect to the music and space around you to take your dance to the next level. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). -
Bored 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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19/02 Tango SOLO Technique: BARRIDAS Technique for him and her, 90 min. 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 :). ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS -
19/03 Tango SOLOS: RULO & LAPIZ special intensive for him & her, 90 min.
Do you like these beautiful and elegant Rulos and Lapiz, during which the foot seems to be painting on the floor intricate and sophisticated shapes? Join us to learn the technique behind, how to develop a better control of the foot movement, and how to apply it in specific times in the song. Beauty in all its details!
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19/05 MOT for couples: Connection & Changes of Embrace, Part I, 90 min.
Once a year, our tango needs a little revision, also called M.O.T. when servicing one’s car in the UK! We will get in depth with the Connection and Embrace for couples, enhancing the most important part of dancing tango, and get some oil where parts get grippy after a while. Your best insurance and check-up this year! This is part I of II, both parts 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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19/08 The Embrace (Abrazo). They say Tango is nothing more (and nothing less) than an embrace. Could this be the very reason we all dance tango? Note that we’ve put an ‘s’ in Embraces, because the embrace is, as much as steps and combinations, a tool we can use to vary the feelings and interpretation in tango. This is Part I of II, but both can be taken separately.
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19/09 Fabulous GANCHO variations, Part II: Enganches, 90 min. Enganches (leg wraps) are, for many, the perfect way to spice up one’s tango, add flavour to it, and enrich it with a renewed connection. Although classic ganchos are relatively simple to achieve, more advanced variations require planning, precision and deeper communication. Join us to widen your gancho and enganche repertoire, 100% fun. Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :). Note: you agree to our disclaimer and terms when joining a lesson, live or recorded.
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Make your first married steps: Argentine! Argentine tango is the perfect choice for a wedding first dance. It also is a fantastic way to start your married life, with that little bit of South American passion. Beware though, once bitten by the tango bug, always in love with tango…
If you’d just like a quick introduction, this may be just what you need – 2 hours of training, to learn a couple of steps for your Big Day. NOTE: if you're after a full routine for the WOW factor, look at our simple and complex routine packs.
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20/01/2021 Introduction to Stage Tango (Escenario), Part I, 90 min.
Joining as a couple? Thanks for purchasing two tickets :).
For our first time EVER! Finally explore the fascinating world of stage tango, how it differs from Tango Salon, how and when to use it (safely). We will go over Tango Escenario fundamentals, how to prepare yourself, and will show you classics of Stage tango that will make your Auntie (or neighbour) go 'wow!'. A great way to spice up your tango, for that extra sparkle when you want to shine on the floor. This is part I of II, both part best enjoyed together but can be taken independently.
