Workshops and Masterclasses
We have a variety of workshops that you can take part in. Workshops run usually during the weekends so to keep updated with the workshops on offer it is best to visit our website regularly or give us a call to see what is happening!
We aim to build a Tango Community of Creativity and Cheerfulness in our SW20 community. Also, promote a well-rounded dance education, and introduce other Tango styles through our special Workshops and Masterclasses.
Our Masterclasses and Workshops are tailored for Tango enthusiasts who are interested to learn and enjoy this passionate dance in a personalized & intensive class and for dancers who are interested in a high-level training programme in a friendly, fun and supportive atmosphere.
Sometimes there will be Masterclasses with Guest Teachers from Argentina.
Please note that to attend our Masterclasses with Guest teachers pre-registration is required.
You could make your payment in cash on the day of the workshop or in advance (if you want to get your Early Bird discount) by sending us an email to ldatango.london@gmail.com/ Please note that this applies only for Masterclasses with Guest teachers.
Please have a look at our upcoming Workshops below
FOLLOWERS TECHNIQUE & STYLING WORKSHOPS/ INFORMATION
I like Laura's passion for Tango and her way to bring this enthusiasm to others. She shows immense attention to details and brings the best out of people but also shows where someone has to improve. Her technique workshops really helped to improve my Tango and my posture. And the classes are always fun and very relaxed"
Iris, London, 2014
The Followers Tango Technique Masterclasses (this is Laura's Signature Programme)
"Being the follower of this beautiful dance ( Argentine Tango ) requires concentration, self-awareness and a deep understanding of the dance structure to respond to the lead and take dynamic action in alignment with the music, so let's dive together into the feminine Tango expressions! "
The LDA Followers Tango Technique and Styling Masterclasses are organised in a comprehensive 20 Masterclasses Programme. The progression relates to the addition of new or more complex material/ and structures, it is not in relationship to the level of the students. These Masterclasses are organised for all levels.
In every Masterclass we will analyse a topic and we will from the basics to the advanced, increasing the challenges and revisiting important structural connections and principles.
General Workshops Content:
The practice and exploration during the workshops go from very simple subjects and concepts to a more advanced one.
We will start first with the placement and the position of steps or figures we are exploring in each workshop; then we will continue by looking at the mechanics of the movements, we are then progressing onto adding embellisments if they help to generate or accompany the movements. We progress onto adding a link with a figure or sequence of movements to understand more the dynamics and momentums of the moves. Finally, we will be reviewing some of the less common shapes, of the topic that we are exploring on that occasion, and adding some variations. Progressing it onto the experience of the moves while dancing.
What will you learn :
+ Lots of fun and practical excercises for strenght, coordination and balance.
+ Followers' Tango Steps, sequences and functional embellisments; (what, where, when and how to apply them).
+ You will learn new skills, and feel more comfortable and confident dancing.
+ Empowering techniques to become aware of your moves and become an active follower.
+ Techniques to feel good and safe while dancing.
+ Self-care habits to apply before and after dancing.
+ how to unleash your creativity and let your grace unfold.
Progressive Programme
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1st MClass: Fundamentals Followers Technique A
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2nd MClass: Fundamentals Followers Technique B
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3rd MClass: Fundamentals Followers Technique C
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4th MClass: All about decoration for Beginners D
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5th MClass: Boleos Followers Technique A (Next date 24th November 2024)
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6th Mclass: Sacadas Followers Technique B
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7th Mclass: Ganchos Followers Technique C
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8th Mclass: Decorations for Improvers D
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9th Mclass: Intermediates Followers Technique A
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10th MClass: Intermediates Followers Technique B
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11th MClass: Intermediates Followers Technique C
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12th MClass: All about decorations for Intermediates D
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13th MClass: Advanced Followers Technique A
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14th MClass: Advanced Followers Technique B
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15th MClass: Advanced Followers Technique C
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16th MClass: Decorations for Advanced Followers Technique D
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Extraordinary Followers Technique MClass: Musicality (Rhythm) and Choreography.
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Extraordinary FT MClass: Milonga Rhythm
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Extraordinary FT MClass: Tango Vals Rhythm
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Tools for Improvisation
"The goal of this Intensive Training taught in a small group setting, is grace and ease; this is experienced as enhanced awareness, functionality, and elegance in your Tango movements."
Please note that Individual practice is as important as practicing with your dance partner.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us
Thanks for a great insightful workshop!! It's always hard to do tango fundamental properly!
Takako
September 2024
"I am a beginner in Argentine tango. Laura taught very well, the techniques in detail and progressive manners.
It is a complicated dance, Laura is able to break it down and impart the necessary skills to master it step by step.
Warm regards. Jie."
"Thank YOU and DEMIAN for the wonderful evening of tango!
I was so much inspired seeing you dancing with him. The beautiful images are still in my mind. Your posture, the elegance and naturalness of your movements are special! It was good to see you dancing with someone with matching qualities.
I could not believe my luck that he also danced with me for a brief moment."
Lylli, London, 2015
" Laura is amazing and I was really lucky to work with her. She is a gem!".
Edouard, London, 2011. Credit-Suisse Charity Ball.
