Taster...
...for those who have never danced before, a taste of tango.
Learning Tango...
is easy with this introduction that gets to grips with some basics. Perfect for anyone who has never danced Tango before. This includes; wallflowers, classically trained ballerinas, boys being dragged along by girls, and especially if you already dance salsa or lindy hop.
Easy does it...
Embracing and connecting to your partner, walking to the music and a simple idea of tango movement to get you started, plus tips on etiquette to keep you from looking like a tourist when you visit a milonga.
Why we do it this way...
Honestly? To stop people putting roses in their mouths and risking whiplash with head flicks. Tango is improvised, organic, elegant and sensual. Prepare to be challenged and have a giggle.
Location
Bankside Health Club, Blue Fin Building 110 Southwark St, London SE1 0SU,
Sat Nav: 51.505771,-0.099644
Tube: Southwark, St.Paul's, London Bridge
Rail: Waterloo, London Bridge, Blackfriars
These workshops will be held at the Bankside Health Club which is just behind the
Tate Modern. Here we have wonderful facilities, a mirrored studio with wood floor and the club is in a central
location that is very reachable by all modes of transport.
How to book...
Click "Buy Now" to be taken to PayPal and pay for your purchase. You will get a confirmation message for your payment and your name will be added to the list. Just turn up on the day and be ready to Tango!
2012 taster dates...
- 3rd March
Bankside Health Club, 1.30-3.00pm. £15pp
- 28th April
Bankside Health Club, 1.30-3.00pm. £15pp
- 30th June
Bankside Health Club, 1.30-3.00pm. £15pp
- 1st September
Bankside Health Club, 1.30-3.00pm. £15pp
What people say...
- "Time and money very well spent. The workshop gives you a real understanding of the principles underlying Tango, as well as teaching a few moves. You can see how easy Tango could become a passion. Jenney is a brilliant teacher."
Posted by: John Brennan | 05/05/2009 at 10.24pm
- "Jenney's fantastic. The atmosphere was wonderful, with everyone learning together. The music of course is heaven. I'm hooked."
Posted by: Flora | 16/01/2011 at 11.54pm
- "Jenney is an extraordinary teacher. She manages to create exactly the right balance between a warm, friendly and unintimidating atmosphere - with the appropriate challenge and pace of learning. This is a wonderful introduction to Tango - not just the dance, but also the social context, music, spirit and attitude of the real Tango of Buenos Aires."
Posted by: D Jacobs | 19/10/2009 at 11.17am
- "Jenney's great, she pays a lot of attention to technique and posture, teaches Tango in the context of its culture and her personal passion for the dance is contagious."
Posted by: Ruth | 13/05/2009 at 6.57pm
- "I really enjoyed the taster and really looking forward to the first class! My background in on jazz, so anything to do with having the right posture was relatively easy for me. However, it felt really good being exposed to something completely new that required a more "unconventional" approach, such as "tuning in" and not just focusing on a specific routine or steps. Last but not least, Jenny is an amazing teacher, really explanatory and passionate about Tango - looking forward to continue the lessons on Wednesday!"
Posted by: Christine | 03/09/2010 at 3.47pm
- "I saw Jenney teaching -and dancing- after Tanguera at Sadler's Wells. She made me want to learn to dance. Her teaching is not just about tango, it's about a deeper understanding of movement, space, one's body... it's about expression and dialogue. An embrace..."
Posted by: Anamaria | 07/09/2010 at 11.20am
