Holiday Workshops in Sautee Nacoochee

Suitable for novices and refreshers

Building a Dependable Foundation

Acquiring skills takes time, effort and focus but in order to progress the foundational elements need to become second nature.  The Holiday workshops will address axis, balance, intention and acquiescence.  In Argentine Tango we move in all directions and we can start on either foot, as determined by the leader.  We share the floor, following line of dance, extending common courtesies and utilizing our skills of the dance.  The dance develops through connection, communication and sensitivity to one's partner.  Through attention to precision the movement becomes fluid and the dancers feel the private reward of unified expression.

Tuesday, December 18th 2018

Thursday, December 27th 2019

Thursday, January 3rd 2019

2:00-3:30pm

SNCC Community Hall, Sautee Nacoochee, GA

Fees:  SNCA members and referrals $15.00

           Non-members $18.00

No registration required.  Sign in and pay at class.  Bring dry dance shoes and wear comfortable clothing.

Argentine Tango in Sautee Nacoochee!

Introductory Seminar - Free

So the thought of learning to tango has crossed your mind but you just need a little taste, a sample, before you commit?  My solution is to invite you, as a guest, no fee, no investment, just come and join me in an open session of self-discovery.  You may be invited to connect, walk, enjoy the music, and meet new friends and future partners.

Sautee Nacoochee Cultural Center has offered to host Tango Fantastico for an afternoon Introductory Seminar of Argentine Tango:

When:  Tuesday, December 11th 2018

Time:  2:00-3:00pm

Where:  SNCC Community Hall

This will be an interactive session with videos of Argentine Tango, demonstration and voluntary participation (no pressure).  Future workshops will be announced at this seminar. 

Community Hall, Sautee Nacoochee Cultural Center, Sautee Nacoochee, N.E. Georgia

Two-Tier Tango

Weekly Saturday Class 3:00-5:00pm

October - December 2017

First Hour - Foundation Focus

(suitable for Beginners required for all second hour students)

The Tango foundation must be strong to support the structure of the dance. If you are new to Tango or a little sketchy on the basics this class will help to build your confidence and ability to enjoy dancing in a social setting.  A solid foundation provides the skills to build an increasingly interesting dance.

•  Connection
•  Intention
•  Invitation

Fees:  $15  Students are welcome to sit and quietly watch the second hour

Second Hour - Complexity through Dissociation

(suitable for experienced social dancers and accomplished students)

Increasing the complexity of your Argentine Tango involves the addition of dissociation and invasion.  This hour will be focused on developing more advanced tango skills including specific timing, generating and surrendering to energy, artistic lines and musical expression.  Examples:

•  Options:  Boleo con latigazo (boleo with whip action), Boleo al  piso (boleo on the floor), Rebote  (rebound)
•  Technique:  Saludo, caricia, adorno (finishing touches)
•  Alternates:  Colgada & Volcada (off axis moves)

Fees:  $20  Students are required to attend the first hour

Two-Tier Tango

Weekly Saturday Class 3:00-5:00pm

June-September 2017

First Hour - Foundation Focus

(suitable for Beginners required for all second hour students)

The Tango foundation must be strong to support the structure of the dance. If you are new to Tango or a little sketchy on the basics this class will help to build your confidence and ability to enjoy dancing in a social setting.  A solid foundation provides the skills to build an increasingly interesting dance.

• Connect
• Communicate
• Create

Fees:  $15  Students are welcome to sit and quietly watch the second hour

Second Hour - Complexity through Dissociation

(suitable for experienced social dancers and accomplished students)

Increasing the complexity of your Argentine Tango involves the addition of dissociation and invasion.  This hour will be focused on developing more advanced tango skills including specific timing, generating and surrendering to energy, artistic lines and musical expression.

• Hooks
• Whips
• Sweeps and more...

Fees:  $20  Students are required to attend the first hour