Aug 21
Make Argentine Tango Simple: Gravity, the Embrace & Better Connection | Tango Tips by the Maestros
In this episode, we read the chapter by Evelina Sarantopoulou from the Tango Tips by the Maestros Tango book, discovering how to simplify Argentine Tango by focusing on its essential principles instead of becoming overwhelmed by figures and technique. Learn how gravity can become ... Show More
29m 6s
Aug 18
In-Axis vs. Off-Axis Tango: Stability, Trust, and the Art of Shared Balance
Should tango dancers remain balanced on their own axis, or is the magic of the dance found in moments of shared balance and mutual support? In this episode, we explore one of tango's most fascinating technical debates: in-axis versus off-axis movement. We begin by defining what " ... Show More
7m 54s
Aug 14
The Mental State of Leading and Following in Argentine Tango | Connection, Balance & Better Movement
In this episode, we read a chapter by Carla Dominguez and Julio Seffino from the Tango Tips by the Maestros Tango book, exploring the mental state behind leading and following in Argentine Tango. Learn why clear intention, patience, trust, body awareness, and comfort are essentia ... Show More
5m 45s
Apr 2024
4 key tactics for attracting good dances at the milonga
<p>This conversation revolves around our recent experience at The Thing, a yearly tango marathon in Portland, OR. We discuss our personal experiences and observations, highlighting the challenges and strategies we used to get dances.
We emphasize the importance of moving around ... Show More
44m 12s
Jun 2024
Reframe and Redefine: tango insights with Maziar Amirani
<p>Maziar is BACK for another interview, bantering about lessons learned along the way as he continues to live the tango nomad lifestyle. Having known him for many years, I have always wondered how he manages to enjoy himself so much on the dance floor, no matter who he dances wi ... Show More
39m 44s
Jun 2024
Double Tango: Inside Caltech and LA Tango Marathons
<p>In this episode, we dive into our experiences at the Caltech Tango Festival and the LA Tango Marathon. We talk about the different vibes, dancer levels, and social dynamics at each event. We also touch on our personal anxieties and the unique challenges of dancing with advance ... Show More
48m 50s
Jan 2023
8 things every beginner should know about social tango
<p>So you've started learning tango, now what? You might be excited, overwhelmed, confused, or a little bit of everything. What are the most important/helpful insights to keep in mind about tango to help you adapt and progress.<br/><br/>In this episode I share some of my mos ... Show More
46m 33s
Part 1, interview with Oa Metzner: In this part of the interview we discussed what the term ‘social tango’ actually means for social dancers like me and you, what helps tango dancers improve, and then we dived into biomechanics. Finally, and this was a wonderful eye-opening part of the interview for me, we discussed the basis of connection.
Οa Metzner on F ... Show More
<p>Some people you LOVE dancing with. With others... you dance for <em>other</em> reasons. Sometimes these "other" dances are lovingly referred to as "charity" or "community service" tandas. </p>
<p>For our first "together" episode, my husb ... Show More
