Tuesday Tango Immersion

with Carina

Tuesday 7pm to 8:30pm

Get hooked: On the Menu for April: Dynamic ganchos and playful wraps

4 weeks - $160, Single 2 hour workshop - $45

Special Treat: If you sign up for Immersion you are welcome to take the Beginner class at 6pm for FREE

Dynamic Ganchos & Playful Wraps

Intermediate Argentine Tango

Get ready to hook, rebound, and surprise
This 4-week series dives deep into the mechanics and magic of ganchos, with wraps as your smooth, sneaky companions.

What we’ll explore:

• The anatomy of a great gancho: timing, axis, and elastic rebound

• Leader vs follower ganchos (yes—you’ll both get to hook!)

• Setups that invite the leg—no forcing, no guessing

• Precision vs play: sharp, snappy ganchos and softer, circular variations

• Playful wraps that flow in and out of ganchos like a conversation

• Musical accents: catching those cheeky moments in the music

Tech focus (aka the good stuff):

• Dissociation and spiral energy

• Control of free leg vs standing leg

• Safe spacing and awareness in close embrace

• Clean exits so your gancho doesn’t become… a traffic jam

Who it’s for:
Intermediate dancers comfortable with turns, ochos, and axis control—ready to level up their precision and personality.

Vibe:
Curious, detail-loving, and a little mischievous. Expect drills, partner work, and lots of “aha!” moments when the gancho just happens.

Come hook into the music, your partner, and a whole new layer of tango expression.

On the menu for May: Tango Vals

May Course starting Tuesday May 5th

Circular / Rotational Movements (core of vals)

• Everything curves (even walks)

• Nothing fully stops

• Energy flows through transitions

• Molinetes (grapevines) – probably the most essential element in vals
  → Keep them fluid and continuous, less stop-and-go than in tango

• Turns / Giros – both simple and complex, often layered with rhythm

• Enrosques & Lápices – great for leaders during turns to add elegance

• Pivoting sequences – continuous pivots rather than abrupt changes

Immerse yourself in Tango. Tango Milonga and Vals all in one class.

That sounds like an amazing way to experience the rich world of Argentine Tango! An immersion class that covers tango, milonga, and vals. We offer a comprehensive exploration of the three core dances that make up the traditional Argentine social dance scene. Each of these dances has its unique rhythm, mood, and style:

• Tango: Known for its dramatic, close embrace and smooth, elegant movements. The tango is full of sharp contrasts, with both passionate and calm moments.

• Milonga: A faster-paced and lighter version of tango, with a syncopated rhythm that brings more upbeat and playful energy to the floor. Milonga is often more carefree and fun, and the steps are generally quicker.

• Vals: A beautiful, flowing waltz with a characteristic 3/4 time signature. Vals has a dreamy, sweeping quality and often incorporates spins and turns that reflect its elegant nature.

You'll get to experience the variety of moods and energies that these dances evoke, and you’ll have the opportunity to develop a well-rounded understanding of Argentine dance culture and be ready to go out dancing and never sit down in any of the 3 categories.