1A. 6:30 - 7:30. BEGINNERS. Instructor: Megan. The fundamentals of lead:follow, connection, frame, dancing in place, using the music, rocking check steps, the beautiful signature step of Argentine Tango called La Cruzada. All in the parallel system and using both tango & milonga rhythms.
It does not matter whether you start with 1A or 1B. No partner required.
2A. 7:30 - 8:30. BEYOND BEGINNERS. Instructors: Megan & Chris Perkins. This month we introduce the Crossed Foot System of dancing -- a whole new universe in which no one is ever "on the wrong foot". We will cover a couple ways of changing systems, and some "steps" that easily flow from the changes. (eg., back ochos, walking on 3 tracks, La Cruzada). It opens up new ways to be musical, expressive and creative, and expands the flexibility of connection with your partner. And we will add the tango vals rhythms. Pre-requisites: Level 1A & 1B, or instructor pre-approval. No partner required.
3. 8:30 - 9:30. INTERMEDIATE. Instructors: Megan & Chris Perkins. Boleos and Other Fancy & Delicious Moves! Pre-requisites: Levels 1A, 1B, 2A, and 2B; or instructor pre-approval. No partner necessary.
All at Viscount Studio B, 726 E. Burnside St., Portland.
Cost: $40 pre-registered series, $45 series at the door, $12 drop-in.
To pre-register, contact the Vscount at 503 226- DANCE or email info@viscountstudios.com.
AUGUST 10th CORAZON for CRISTINA
Friday August 10th will be a pretty special evening at CORAZÓN de TANGO, 6305 SE Foster Rd, Portland. We will be donating 100% of the net to help Cristina Ladas cover her extensive, uninsured medical expenses. For back story and current info about her experience with a serious and rare kidney disease, go to the website: www.freshlaundrytango.info.
8:00- 9:00 Beginners Dropin Lesson with Megan
9:00 - 12:30 Milonga with Jennifer Olson DJing.
Minimum donation: $7 ($5 for high-school & college students) for the lesson + dance.
All ages (and potluck contributions) are welcome.
For more info, contact your host, Megan at meganpingree@comcast.net or 503 222-4691
8:00- 9:00 Beginners Dropin Lesson with Megan
9:00 - 12:30 Milonga with Jennifer Olson DJing.
Minimum donation: $7 ($5 for high-school & college students) for the lesson + dance.
All ages (and potluck contributions) are welcome.
For more info, contact your host, Megan at meganpingree@comcast.net or 503 222-4691
Megan's AUGUST MONDAY CLASS SERIES at the VISCOUNT STUDIOS
Mondays -- August 6, 13, 20, 27
at Viscount Dance Studio B, 726 E. Burnside, Portland
6:30 – 7:30 Level 1B – Beginners (with MEGAN only)
Fundamental lead & follow technique, check steps (including a side check) with “returns,” a couple of variations on a check right turn and finally, the classic Ocho Cortado –- all in the parallel system.
(No pre-requisite. Levels 1A, 1B & 1C are all pre-requisites for Level 2 at 7:30, though they do not have to be taken in that order.)
7:30 – 8:30 Level 2 – AS THE CROSS TURNS: MOLIINETES and the CROSS Advanced Beginner/ Intermediate (with BILL & MEGAN)
Often called the signature step of Argentine tango, the “cross” (la cruzada) has endless opportunities for expression and nuance. A timely follow-up for those who have completed 3 months of Level 1, including last month’s introduction to the cross. We will also work on developing clean lead & follow techniques in the all-important molinetes (turns). (Pre-requisite: minimum of Level 1A, 1B & 1C [in any order], or teacher pre-approvaL. 503 222-4691.)
8:30 – 9:30 Level 3 - CHANGES of DIRECTION: INCREASING EXPRESSIVE and NAVIGATIONAL OPTIONS. Intermediate/Advanced (with MEGAN & BILL)
From ochos, check steps, rewinds and basic (low) boleos, all the way to unexpected changes of trajectory. This class works on timing, balance, and body placement in relation to your partner to increase navigational, expressive, and musical options. (Pre-requisite: at least 6 months of classes, practicas, and social dancing, or teacher pre-approval. 503 222-4691)
$40 pre-registered series/$45 series at door/$12 drop-in.
Contact info@viscountstudios.com, or (503) 226-DANCE to pre-register.
at Viscount Dance Studio B, 726 E. Burnside, Portland
6:30 – 7:30 Level 1B – Beginners (with MEGAN only)
Fundamental lead & follow technique, check steps (including a side check) with “returns,” a couple of variations on a check right turn and finally, the classic Ocho Cortado –- all in the parallel system.
(No pre-requisite. Levels 1A, 1B & 1C are all pre-requisites for Level 2 at 7:30, though they do not have to be taken in that order.)
7:30 – 8:30 Level 2 – AS THE CROSS TURNS: MOLIINETES and the CROSS Advanced Beginner/ Intermediate (with BILL & MEGAN)
Often called the signature step of Argentine tango, the “cross” (la cruzada) has endless opportunities for expression and nuance. A timely follow-up for those who have completed 3 months of Level 1, including last month’s introduction to the cross. We will also work on developing clean lead & follow techniques in the all-important molinetes (turns). (Pre-requisite: minimum of Level 1A, 1B & 1C [in any order], or teacher pre-approvaL. 503 222-4691.)
8:30 – 9:30 Level 3 - CHANGES of DIRECTION: INCREASING EXPRESSIVE and NAVIGATIONAL OPTIONS. Intermediate/Advanced (with MEGAN & BILL)
From ochos, check steps, rewinds and basic (low) boleos, all the way to unexpected changes of trajectory. This class works on timing, balance, and body placement in relation to your partner to increase navigational, expressive, and musical options. (Pre-requisite: at least 6 months of classes, practicas, and social dancing, or teacher pre-approval. 503 222-4691)
$40 pre-registered series/$45 series at door/$12 drop-in.
Contact info@viscountstudios.com, or (503) 226-DANCE to pre-register.
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