Tango solo technique & styling series
If you feel you would like to give your tango technique a boost, you have come to the right place. Just browse our selection of full-length 90-minutes class videos below and get started: learn more about body mechanics, how to improve balance and posture, manage both slow and fast moves, create new adornments. The list is endless when you’re passionate!
No partner needed for all Solo videos. Classes are available on Youtube, you don’t need to download any new app.
Browse our tango technique & styling videos for solos
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30/10/2020 Solo Technique: Ganchos vs Enganches vs Boleos, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm FOLLOWERS 8pm LEADERS
Ganchos, Enganches and Boleos: what better way to have fun and add style to your tango? You will discover the difference between them, and equip you with technique, timing, balance, styling and how to smoothly communicate to your partner. -
23/10/2020 Solo Technique: Understanding and interpreting Tango music, 90 min.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS
Unearth the secrets behind tango music, from orchestras to instruments, from rhythm to melody, from the base to the layers on top. And discover how to vary your musical interpretation. An exciting and useful session that might make you see the music with a new eye (or both). -
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. -
09/10/2020 Solo Technique: Leading vs. Following, secrets of the 'other side'.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS
Explore what the follower expects from the leader & vice versa. Understand how the two roles interconnect and build on each other, how the ‘other side’ receives your signals and interpret them correctly. A fundamental session designed to make each role able to deeply adapt and give clear feedback, for a much richer experience and connection. -
02/10/2020 Solo Technique: how to Master sudden changes of Dynamics. MASTER SUDDEN CHANGES OF DYNAMICS: tango from 0 to 100MPH, or how to practice SOLO to become insanely precise, in control and lightning quick! The most contrasted tangos are often the most difficult to interpret. Learn how to practice as a Solo to prepare your body to respond to these incredible songs.
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25/09 Solo Technique: Giros in Depth for him & her. Ah, the mighty giro. Considered the pivotal tango step par excellence, it is as central to tango as the wheel is to a moving vehicle. It necessitates practice and refinement, but when it feels right, it seems there is little better in tango. Join us to learn the in depth technique for both roles (incl. lead), and how to style it in many ways.
** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS -
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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11/09 Making your partner happy: how more important can it be? Today, we will give you lots of tips on how to make your tango partner happy, for an enhanced experience and connection. Perhaps our most important class to date.
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04/09 Ever dreamt of adding Enroques to your tango repertoire? This Friday, you will understand how they work, their timing, and how to lead/follow and use them. Beautiful and powerful, they will become an indispensable part of your tango style. Make an impression on the tango floor!
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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 -
21/08 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
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Paradas and Pasadas are much trickier than they first seem. Actually many dancers recognise that this perfect pivot in axis, followed by perfect control and stability is their Achilles’ tendon. Learn the secrets behind in axis pivots followed by a sudden 'stop', and see how to decorate at the Paradas (and Pasadas). We will show numerous exercises and styling options for SOLO dancers, both Leaders and Followers. Immensely useful! ** PROGRAMME ** 7pm LEADERS 8pm FOLLOWERS
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