This Weekend in Tango, August 1-4, 2013

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Webmaster

As usual we start the weekend with the Beginner series TONIGHT at 6:30 PM. For the fourth class, we will build on what we learned last week by using the cross system to lead the cross.

After class, stick around for the weekly Thursday práctica from 7:30-10:00PM ($5).

Saturday, August 3rd is Triangle Tango’s First Saturday Milonga at TDS ($8), featuring our friend, Cecil Ho, as host and DJ. Please visit their website for more details.

As always on Sundays, we rest up for our Intermediate and Advanced classes on Mondays. Intermediate students will learn a classic tango move, the ocho cortado. Advanced students will begin a new monthly topic with guest teacher, John Singletary: Sweeping Her Off Her Feet with Off-Axis Moves.

Remember to sign up for these events at our Meetup site and like Tango Utopia on Facebook for the latest updates and photos.

See you on the dance floor!

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This Weekend in Tango, July 25–28, 2013

Posted on July 25, 2013 by Webmaster

As usual we start the weekend with the Beginner series TONIGHT at 6:30 PM at TDS. For the third class, we will learn how to walk in cross system.

After class, stick around for the weekly Thursday práctica at 7:30 PM at TDS ($5). Tonight’s event is our only opportunity to dance this weekend, so be there!

As always on Sundays, we rest up for our Intermediate and Advanced classes on Mondays. Intermediate students will continue working with using the check step to change direction. Advanced students will use the leader’s back sacada to set up the follower’s sacada.

Looking ahead to the August Milonga Utopia, we will be welcoming guest DJ from Asheville, Lisa Jacobs. So let’s keep practicing what we’re learning in class to get ready for her amazing tandas!

Remember to sign up for these events at our Meetup site and like Tango Utopia on Facebook for the latest updates and photos.

See you on the dance floor!

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This Weekend in Tango, July 18-21, 2013

Posted on July 18, 2013 by Webmaster

We kick off the weekend with the second class of the Beginner series. Last week we learned how to walk on the beat and with a partner. In class, we will build on those skills and learn more about the embrace and movement. Don’t worry if you’ve missed the first class—just jump right in!

Now that Beginner classes have begun, the weekly Thursday práctica starts at 7:30 ($5). We had a great turnout last week and hope to see more people tonight!

There are two milongas for your dancing pleasure. Enjoy tango in a casual atmosphere at Triangle Tango’s Third Friday Milonga at Open Eye Café in Carrboro ($5). The FREE intro lesson starts at 8 PM and the milonga goes from 9:00-11:30 PM.

For a more elegant tango experience, go to Saturday night’s Milonga Carolina at Café Parizade in Durham ($10). This event is hosted by last week’s DJ, Thierry Olivry, and features a glass of wine and excellent dancing from 10:00 PM to 1:30 AM.

For more information about this weekend’s milongas, visit the Triangle Tango website.

As usual on Sundays, we rest up for our Intermediate and Advanced classes on Mondays. Intermediate students will continue with the check step and learn how to use it to change direction. Advanced students will use the super ochos they learned last week to set up the leader’s back sacada.

You may sign up for these events at our Meetup site. And don’t forget to like Tango Utopia on Facebook for the latest updates and photos!

See you on the dance floor!

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This Weekend in Tango, July 11-14, 2013

Posted on July 11, 2013 by Webmaster

A very exciting weekend of tango awaits us!  Our Beginner class kicks off the weekend TONIGHT at 6:30 PM at TDS ($10 drop-ins; $65 for the series). This 8-week course will teach the basic techniques of Argentinean tango, including today’s class topic, the tango walk and embrace. The weekly Thursday practica starts immediately after the class at 7:30 ($5).

Saturday, July 13th is our monthly Milonga Utopia (9:00 PM to 2:00 AM at TDS). DJ Thierry Olivry will be sure to set our hearts and feet ablaze with his wonderful tandas. As always, we’ll have a raffle for a sparkling door prize and plenty of munchies ($10; $7 for Tango Utopia students).

As always on Sunday, we rest up for Monday’s classes. Intermediate students will continue practicing controlled stops and Advanced students will learn back sacadas.

You may sign up for any of these events at our Meetup site. And don’t forget to LIKE Tango Utopia on Facebook for the latest updates and photos!

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This Weekend in Tango, July 4-7, 2013

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Webmaster

We are heating up the dance floor this Fourth of July holiday weekend, starting with TONIGHT’S práctica at TDS (7-9 PM, $5). Tango Utopia guest teacher, Cecil Ho, will host this event for those of us who plan to stay in town.

Saturday, July 6th is another opportunity to dance at Triangle Tango’s First Saturday Milonga at TDS (9 PM-1 AM, $8). The DJ for this event is none other than our fearless leader, Jae Grisham. We hope to see some familiar faces on the dance floor, especially those of you who attended the Student Milonga last week.

As always on Sundays, we rest up in preparation for classes. The new series for Fundamental/Intermediate and Intermediate/Advanced tango classes start Monday, July 8th and Beginner classes start on Thursday, July 11th. Remember, students who sign up via Meetup and pay for the entire series will get a discount.

And please LIKE Tango Utopia on Facebook to get the latest updates.

See you on the dance floor!

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This Weekend in Tango, June 27-30th, 2013

Posted on June 27, 2013 by Webmaster

Thanks for coming out to the Student Milonga on Monday. We certainly enjoyed seeing you there and hope you feel more prepared to come out to a regular milonga. You may want to try out your skills at the Mid-Summer Fifth Saturday Fix on June 29th from 9 PM to 1 AM, an informal milonga hosted at a private home. Visit the Triangle Tango website for more details.

TONIGHT’s weekly práctica at Triangle Dance Studios (7:00-9:30 PM, $5) is your opportunity to work on all the skills you learned throughout the class series  until the new series of classes begin on July 8th.

We have three classes for each level of dancer. Those new to tango or wanting to brush up on basic skills should come to our BEGINNER classes on THURSDAYS from 6:30-7:30 PM, starting on July 11th . This class will teach you the basis techniques of Argentine tango. Hang around after class and attend the weekly práctica.

Those dancers with some experience with tango can attend the FUNDAMENTAL/INTERMEDIATE    classes on MONDAYS from 7-8 PM, starting on July 8th. This class will help you refine techniques such as core strength, extension, balance, and connection.

More advanced dancers are invited to attend the INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED class on MONDAYS from 9-10 PM, starting July 8th. This class will feature guest teachers who will assist Jae in teaching a specific topic each month.

Sign up for the whole series via the Meetup group and get a discount ($10 for Beginners & Fundamental/Intermediate; $5 for Intermediate/Advanced).

And don’t forget to LIKE Tango Utopia on Facebook!

See you on the dance floor!

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New Tango Classes Start July 8th & July 11th

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Webmaster

Beginners (8 weeks, July 11th to August 29th)

Thursdays, 6:30 – 7:30 PM

Fundamental/Intermediate (8 weeks, July 8th to August 26th)

Mondays, 7:00 – 8:00 PM

Intermediate/Advanced (4 weeks, July 8th to July 29th)

Mondays, 9:00 – 10:00 PM

Check out the Tango Utopia Classes page for more details!

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Student Milonga

Posted on June 22, 2013 by Webmaster

TangoUtopia is hosting a Student Milonga give beginners a chance to learn what to do and what to expect at a milonga. The evening will cover the basics of etiquette and music (e.g., tandas and cortinas), and of course, give everyone an opportunity to dance. Experienced dancers are encouraged to attend this event to help new dancers develop the confidence to come to one of our Triangle-area milongas. Please dress to impress!

Details:
Monday, June 24, 7–10 PM
Upstairs studio at TDS
$5 (to help pay for the space)

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This Weekend in Tango, June 20-23, 2013

Posted on June 20, 2013 by Webmaster

The Third Friday Milonga at Open Eye (June 21st) is back, with the intro class and music provided by Cecil Ho. The lesson is FREE and the milonga costs a mere $5 (8 PM lesson; dancing from 9-11:30 PM). For more information, please visit the Triangle Tango website.

Of course you can always come out TONIGHT to the weekly Thursday práctica at Triangle Dance Studios ($5, 7-9:30 PM). It’s a great place to meet new people and work on those ochos, giros, paradas, and pasadas we learned in class.

Before the new series of classes starts on July 8th, we will host a Student Milonga on Monday, June 24th at 7 PM ($5) to help you learn what to do and what to expect at the next milonga.

Please visit our Meetup site or LIKE Tango Utopia on Facebook to get more updates about tango happenings in the Triangle and beyond.

See you on the dance floor!

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This Weekend in Tango, June 13-16, 2013

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Webmaster

There’s no milonga scheduled in our area this weekend, but there’s still time to join Jae for a one-day workshop and milonga in Wilmington on Saturday, June 15, 2013. Visit the Tango Utopia Events page for more details.

Before you head to the beach, plan to come to the weekly práctica TONIGHT at Triangle Dance Studios (7-9:30 PM, $5) to work on those ochos and paradas we learned in class.

Monday, June 17th is the last class of this series. Beginners will learn to turn their ochos into giros and Intermediates will learn paradas and pasadas milonguero style. We will take a two-week break before the next series of classes starts on July 8th. You may sign up for the new Beginners and Intermediates classes and all other events on Meetup.

In the meantime, plan to come to our student milonga on Monday, June 24th at 7 PM ($5). Feel free to bring your questions about what to do and what to expect at a milonga, and of course, be ready to dance!

And don’t forget to like Tango Utopia on Facebook.

See you on the dance floor!

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