Maja & Marko in LA!
August 4-6, 2023
We’re excited to host Maja Petrović and Marko Miljević for their first visit to LA. Mark your calendars for an amazing partners-only seminar, first weekend of August!
Saturday & Sunday Couples Seminar
Intermediate/Advanced
Seminar Schedule & Topics:
Saturday 8/5: Pivotal Fundamentals
(12pm - 1:15) Class 1:
WALKING IN/OUT OF CLOSE EMBRACE
What would tango be without walking and embracing! Through different exercises (alone and in couples) we'll show you how to make and keep a comfortable and soft close embrace and while walking effortlessly and elegantly.
(1:30pm - 2:45) Class 2:
BOLEO STARTER PACK
We'll explain the technique of a smooth pivot (for leaders and followers) and build it up to a fierce forward and back boleo. And yes, if done correctly, boleos are milonga friendly.
(3pm - 4:15) Class 3:
REBOUNDS FOR ALL OCCASIONS
This fun repetitive combination of small steps is exactly what you’ve been missing for that perfect interpretation. we'll start with small rebounds and connect them into a playful sequence. This will create new challenges both for the leader and the follower.
Sunday 8/6: Milonguero’s Guide to Close Embrace Giros
(12pm - 1:15) Class 1:
COUPLES’ TECHNIQUE: ROLLING CLOSE EMBRACE
Rolling is an essential technique for pivoting comfortably in close embrace. In this lesson we'll teach you how to apply this technique in standard tango figures that require a pivot.
(1:30pm - 2:45) Class 2:
FAVORITE COMBINATIONS WITH GIRO
There are plenty of elements which can be added to giro resulting in fun and surprising combinations. From sacadas to boleos to changes of direction, let’s mix it all!
(3pm - 4:15) Class 3:
SACADAS ON REPEAT
Why do just one giro when you can do 42? Add repetitive sacadas and you’ll never want to stop turning. All participants must have solid foundation in giro and sacadas.
Seminar Cost: $230.00
This workshop is geared towards experienced dancers with a solid foundation in giro and sacadas. Pre-registration is required. Workshop is limited to 25 couples. Cost is per person.
(payment plan available @ checkout)
