DIFFERENT LOCATION THIS SATURDAY! Classes will be held at Studio 353: 353 West 48th Street, Studio #3. Between 8th & 9th Ave, north side of the street.

Level 1: 2:30PM to 3:25PM
...............Introduction to Tango for Absolute Beginners

Level 2: 3:30PM to 4:25PM
...............Great figures into MUSIC - Tango Diagnostic Program

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Introduction to Tango for Absolute Beginners

Class #1: Posture, Embrace, Tango Elegance, Walking, Rock Steps

This class will focus on the essential elements of connection in Tango. Students will participate in exercises to develop the sensitivity and skills to lead and follow with grace and elegance. Emphasis will be placed on the embrace, balance and the basic dance sequences (walking forward, side and back). Topics include:

• Connection
• Embrace (Understanding the embrace, Posture)
• Walking (Rock Steps)

In the next three weeks you will learn:

• Class 2:Walking (weight transfer), pivoting, forward ochos.
• Class 3: Walking (the cross), pivoting, backward ochos.
• Class 4: Walking (musicality), molinete.

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Tango Diagnostic Program
(Level 1 or previous experience necessary.)

Class #1: Quality of the Lead/Follow

This class is designed to “clean up” your dance and give it flow and grace. For leaders it is designed to eliminate the “extra steps” one makes when thinking what to do next or is uncertain of what to do next. The purpose is to develop the practice of leading with confidence. For followers it is designed to help you be prepared for anything and generate awareness so you can understand your contribution to equally creating the dance with your partner.

Leaders:

• Is what you lead clear and defined?
• Do you lead with intention?
• How well are you able to string together sequences and “mark” them?
• Do you take care of the follower?

Followers:

• Are you aware of the structure of the dance, the basis of different movements, and how the follower and leader combine to make things happen?
• Are you prepared for any possibility, and do you contribute to keeping the leaders options open by not anticipating what is next?

In the next three weeks you will learn:

• Class 2: Position/Structure
• Class 3: Mechanics
• Class 4: Making It All Work Together

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Bring your friend, your boyfriend/girlfriend or just yourself. No partner necessary.

How Much Does A Class Cost?

Class cards are available as follows. Each class is 55 minutes in length.

Monthly (4 consecutive weeks):

• 1 class, 4 weeks : $80 ($20/class)
• 2 classes, 4 weeks : $100 ($12.50/class)

All classes must be taken during the current month.


Same Day Drop In:

• 1 class (1 hour): $25 at the door (or $22 online)
• 2 classes (2 hours): $45 at the door (or $35 online)

Where Are The Classes Taught?

THIS SATURDAY, THE CLASSES WILL BE HELD AT STUDIO 353: 353 WEST 48th STREET, STUDIO #3, SECOND FLOOR!

What Should I Wear?

Wear comfortable clothing (except pajamas :-D). Women can bring something sexy if they wish and shoes that slide easily with a closed heel like strap or full heel.

Men need shoes that slide easily. You should not wear any shoes with rubber soles. Almost anything but sneakers.

HOPE YOU CAN JOIN US ON SATURDAYS!
Cheers,

Laura

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PS1: Get a gift certificate for your brother, sister or friend. They will enjoy it!
PS2: Eighty percent of success is showing up. (Woody Allen)

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