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This 4 week session is an exploration of leading for followers. Where followers enter the leading journey is different than typical beginners. They already have an understanding of the dance, the musicality, how typical movements feel to execute. I believe this allows us to take a different approach from regular beginner classes. We will cover basic structures along with typical Leader considerations like navigation, from the lens of those who've been practicing the other side.
I believe that knowing both roles is a powerful way to better understand the dance. It doesn't really matter what role you plan to dance in the milonga, having knowledge of the Leader role can impact how you take classes, how you practice, and how many mistakes you're willing to accept as your own ;)
A little story about leader privilege in tango: I recently applied to an overseas event, and the role options were Leader, Follower, Couple, or Open-role, with two years of experience required. I don’t know whether choosing Open-role will affect my acceptance, but I do know most events need more leaders. And I know this for certain: when I visit a new city or event, I get to dance because I can do both roles. I love having that agency — the freedom to dance when I want to dance. Wouldn’t you like that freedom for yourself, too?
The first 45 minutes of the class will focus on basic technique and structures. This is not a figures class, there won't be long chains of steps to memorize. Then the last 30 minutes will focus on a concept that I've found useful on my leading journey.
Please join me to work on the opposite side of the embrace.
Thursdays: Nov 19, 26, Dec 3,10 | 7:30-8:45 pm
4 week series
$100
Reserve your spot in advance:
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Kitsilano, 2536 W 6th Ave, Vancouver, BC V6K 1W5, Canada
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