Tango

Characterized by its embrace and complex leg and foot movements, Argentine Tango originated in the streets and salons of Buenos Aires over the past century. Danced in 4/4 time, Tango is the pinnacle of all the partner dances and considered by many to be the most sensual.

d’Arienzo Style

Teacher

Hugo Patyn & Celina Rotundo

Level

Intermediate

Duration

1 hour

Hugo and Celina show you how to dance sharp, dynamic and stylishly to the music of “El Rey del Compás” (King of the Beat) Juan d’Arienzo. The focus is on rhythm, musicality, and play within this fantastic musical style. d’Arienzo was a violinist,…
Musicality

Teacher

Hugo Patyn & Celina Rotundo

Level

Intermediate

Duration

1 hour

This musicality class taught by Hugo and Celina is a fun and fast-paced class that plays with ways to interpret different orchestras and their varying velocities. From dancing in a close embrace or open embrace, with or without embellishments, they demonstrate…
Forward and Backward Ochos

Teacher

Pablo & Noelia

Level

Beginner

Duration

1 hour

In the Forward and Backward Ochos class, Pablo and Noelia teach these fundamental steps by guiding students from the “two” and the “cross.” The Forward and Backward Ochos class is a great class for beginners.
Intro to Giros

Teacher

Pablo & Noelia

Level

Beginner/Intermediate

Duration

1 hour

Giros are building blocks to a fulfilling dance. In this class, Pablo & Noelia introduce the medio giro and enrosque—essential tango steps—which allows dancers to utilize the giro more fully and gracefully. Intro to Giros is an excellent class for…
The Basic 8 Count Step

Teacher

Pablo & Noelia

Level

Beginner

Duration

1 hour

In the Basic 8 Count Step class, Pablo and Noelia cover topics all tango dancers should be familiar with: connection, embrace, coordination, walking, projection, and the basic 8 count step. This is a perfect class for beginners.
Improvisation

Teacher

Eric & Diana

Level

Beginner/Intermediate

Duration

1 hour

At its heart, Tango is an improvisational dance. Using the tools shown in this improvisation class taught by Eric Dinzel and Diana Suarez, students learn how to play with their partner during a dance and how to feel comfortable “in…
Firuletes in the Air

Teacher

Eric & Diana

Level

Advanced

Duration

1 hour

Firuletes are an artistic technique of painting created and perfected in Buenos Aires. Eric and Diana have applied this technique to an advanced class that demonstrates how to use your foot to paint the space around you. Learn to draw…
Sequences of Revolving Figures

Teacher

Eric & Diana

Level

Advanced

Duration

1 hour

In this class, Eric and Diana present an advanced sequence for the advanced dancer. The sequence is fun and challenging and will have students coming back for more. Turning the dancing, revolving the steps. The Sequences of Revolving Figures class is…
Variations of Giros

Teacher

Eric & Diana

Level

Intermediate

Duration

1 hour

Giros, or turns, is an essential step within the tango. This class covers some of the beautiful variations of giros that are popular today. Beginning with a break down of the technique for the follower and then the leader, students…
Ganchos and Barridas

Teacher

Eric & Diana

Level

Intermediate

Duration

1 hour

In this class that is taught entirely in Spanish, Eric and Diana teach students some interesting hooks—or ganchos. Also included in the lesson are Barridas, which sweep the follower’s foot across the floor. This class is suitable for Intermediate Level…

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