Gancho means a hook. In literal translation, gancho means a hook. In tango, the gancho is an element executed by flexing and swinging the free leg around … an obstacle. The leg ‘bends itself’ as it meets the obstacle during its original trajectory of movement. Traditional gancho can be executed either to the inside or...

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Of the three tango genres, Milonga seems to be the easiest when in fact is the most difficult one. The speed of the music, lack of understanding of Milonga Rhythm (1 - - 4 5 - 7 or 1 - - 4 1 - 3), mismatch of double time and traspie, and the misinterpretation of...

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Sacada means displacement Back sacadas require all the tango technique normally necessary to perform regular displacement plus a good understanding of torsions, pivots, timing, and movement delay. Torsions, pivots, over-pivoting We will work on torsions, pivots, over pivoting (without disturbing your partner axis and losing connection and balance), ability to walk while in overturned position,...

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💃🕺Everyone starts somewhere, and our beginner tango lessons are the perfect way to get into this exciting dance. Showing up is the hardest part. 💃🕺Argentine Tango is considered the most passionate and addictive dance. The dance reflects life so closely that it makes you wonder how this is even possible. 💃 Partner is NOT required.🕺...

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Main focus: entry from forward and back cross *Sensation of circularity in the lead and follow. *‘Same front’ – upper-body torsions. *How to accommodate and accompany your partner. *Opposition in a flat plane with focus on a forward step and on a back step. *Curving the opposition (open / side step, forward / back cross)....

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A challenge We can be happy once we speak conversational Tango, or we can yearn for more. If Tango is like language - there surely there must be more! And it is! Tango never stops. And that’s the beauty of it. There is always more. And as we become more and more comfortable with the...

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Every Sunday afternoon, normally from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Admission: $10 - Students $5 Our Current COVID Restrictions: What we request (via the honor system) is that attendees have any of: Being fully vaccinated against Covid A recent negative Covid test A lab test of elevated antibodies due to a previous infection We are not...

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A parallel system is when a partner’s left leg works in front of your right, and your partner’s right leg walks in front of your left. Cross-system allows the right leg to walk with the partner’s right leg and the left leg with the partner’s left leg. Everything is possible in tango! The little twist...

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Tangueros, Laura Grandi will be teaching the pre-practica class and making sure she is there at all times to answer your questions during our 'guided practica' >> What will you be able to see when you come to Practilonga Caminito? >> In each class we will take a fundamental of tango (those movements that you...

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NEW BEGINNER SERIES - come dance with us! Mondays, September 9 - November 4 (No class October 14, Indigenous Peoples Day.) 7:00 - 8:00 pm Sliding Scale: $80 - $150 No partner or experience necessary Pre-registration helps us plan: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdngpFoHXD9aB7AvJclbngZG1yZFNyHNQ3vHVU46R2R-P8Iag/viewform All Classes at: MOTA 11 Bow St Somerville (directly above Bloc 11 Cafe)

All levels class with Laura Grandi at MOTA, 11 Bow St, Somerville (across from Dance Union, above Bloc Café)

All levels class with Laura Grandi at MOTA, 11 Bow St, Somerville (across from Dance Union, above Bloc Café)

Learn a new, short, easy-to-remember sequence every week. That’s 52 sequences a year. Your vocabulary will be enriched, and your partners – super impressed. Open levelOpen-level class means anyone above the Beginner level can attend. However, the class is not catered towards the ‘easy’ though it is meant to be for everyone. You will be...

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Int/adv class series, taught by Simonida Cekovic-Vuletic & Svetislav Vuletic, TangoAffair 5 TUESDAYS, Oct 8 – Nov 5 7:30 – 9:00pm: Intermediate/Advanced “Technique, Musicality & Combinations” This class will improve your technical and musical accuracy and teach you how to combine elements to create fluid, musical and fun sequences that have that special tango look and...

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Every Tuesday from 7:30-10:30pm you will be joining a group of Tangueros that practice with each other and help each other progress. This practica is guided by Maestro Guillermo Merlo, Highlights: - A weekly guided práctica (every Monday) - Support provided for developing your technique and executing figures - Emphasis on musicality - Práctica changes...

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Once you have the basics of Argentine Tango down, it’s time to work on developing your skills. Our tango practice sessions do just that. Practica Chiquita is guided, which means there are instructors present who will advise you on what to practice and how to practice. Although the Tango Codigos are respected, it is also...

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Once you have the basics of Argentine Tango down, it’s time to work on developing your skills. Our tango practice sessions do just that. Practica Chiquita is guided, which means there are instructors present who will advise you on what to practice and how to practice. Although the Tango Codigos are respected, it is also...

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The Tango Society of Boston sponsors Mid-week Tango Dance breaks every Wednesday -- Boston's largest informal Milonga (Tango social dance) and Tango lessons. Features a lesson in Argentine Tango for Beginning to intermediate dancers (and open to newcomers). No prior experience or partner required. Schedule 7:00-8:00: Beginners Tango with Guillermo Merlo. This class is for...

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WELCOME FEBRUARY--THE MONTH OF LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP!! The Tango Society of Boston sponsors Mid-week Tango Dance breaks every Wednesday — Boston’s largest informal Milonga (Tango social dance) and Tango lessons. Features a lesson in Argentine Tango for Beginning to intermediate dancers (and open to newcomers). No prior experience or partner required. Schedule 7:00-8:00: Beginners Tango...

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Boston's largest informal Milonga

Schedule: Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30pm Instructor: Mia Dalglish Prerequisite // Registration: No prior experience necessary No partner needed Register by Series or Drop-in Current Series: SEPT 5, 12, 19, 26 Full Series price: $80 Drop in (on THUR 9/5 ONLY): $22 per class session *Registration for Full Class Series also includes: Free attendance to the...

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Join us Thursday nights for 'Tango-Lab,' a unique dance forum tailored for Mid-stage tango dancers and milongueros.  This lab is Dance focused (musicality, Rythym, fluid, partnership) and offers an in-depth exploration of various aspects of the dance.  We take practical patterns, and focus on shared roles, partnership and musicality. 'Tango Lab' provides a nurturing space...

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The Chamber of Secrets is about to open at Ultimate Tango. Thursday, October 31st at 8pm all Magical Beings, Fairly Tale Creatures, Witches and Wizards, Vampires, Ghosts as well as Humans are called to participate in the Annual Costume Ball and Costume Tournament at Ultimate Tango Milongween. You can come as a human in your...

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Once you have the basics of Argentine Tango down, it’s time to work on developing your skills. Our tango practice sessions do just that. Oak Grove Practica is guided, which means there are instructors present who will advise you on what to practice and how to practice.  Although the Tango Codigos are respected, it is...

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Milonga Trasnochando Every First Friday of the Month starting at 9pm Friends and Tango Lovers, be prepared for Milonga TRASNOCHANDO! because this is exactly what is being prepared for you! The best tandas you can possibly imagine, exciting cortinas, the lightning that creates the perfect mood, and much more! Milonga-TRASNOCHANDO Host by Guillermo Merlo Dancing...

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Do you tango? Tango Sueño Academy returns to Hartford area, at the Fred Astaire West Hartford starting April. Join us for weekly Saturday tango! - 11:30 - 12:30 am: Essentials for all - 12:30 - 1:30 pm: Intermediate tango privates by appointment $25 one hour, $40 both (with monthly registration), IN APRIL ONLY: first hour...

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BLUE MILONGA TURNS 21 !!!! Come celebrate our 21st Anniversary Nov 2 with Guest DJ Toshi Takeuchi (Please note that Blue Milonga is the FIRST Saturday this November only. We return to the SECOND Saturdays in December onwards.) BLUE MILONGA 21st ANNIVERSARY Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 8:30 PM - 12:30 AM Guest DJ. TOSHI DANCE...

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