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Leading Tangueras- Kicking the Gender Bucket!

1/21/2018

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In the tango I am a leader and a follower and  as a consequence I have the privilege of experiencing this amazing dance in its entirety. Both roles in the tango are  strong, present, musical and connected but the leading role has a unique opportunity to "generate" the movement of the dance, be creative and set the pace.   Most importantly, having a duel competency means more dances and more fun. I encourage all followers  to take the opportunity to lead.  In many  European countries, leading women are the norm.
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Here is a review from a tanguera who recently took  a beginners' course  as a leader:

"I took up Argentine tango because I was searching for a technical discipline in which mastery required successful attainment of meditative concentration and the development of interpersonal trust (especially between strangers). After working with Rachael for about a year as a follower, I decided to extend my practice into leading. Entering the dance through this door was a challenging experience- ultimately increasing both my skills as a follower and my compassion for leaders! I will definitely continue my practice of developing my technique in both leading and following. I also look forward to the increased freedom on the dance floor: there are now so many more potential partners!

Rachael is a skilled facilitator. She caters successfully to classes of mixed ability and experience. For example, she regularly extends upon the introductory technical exercises for students with previous dance experience without making a fuss about it. As a result, absolute beginners do not feel isolated or intimidated, while professional (/tango) dancers remain challenged through a deepened understanding/ extension of any given exercise. She weaves a classroom atmosphere that is disciplined, safe and fun. If, like me, you seek a master of this discipline who is technically proficient, a gifted educator and a down-to-earth facilitator of social space, I highly recommend enrolling under Rachael at Libertango."  -Taz

Book for Tango 101: An Intensive Beginners' Experience

Dates and Times: February 2018

Thursdays 8,15,22 February, 1 March 7:30 - 8:45 pm
Saturdays 10 , 17, 24 February 6:00 - 7:15 pm

Venue: Hellenic Club of Cape Town, 24 Bay Road, Mouillepoint
Cost: R1540 per couple or R770 per person


Limited places available

rachael @libertango.co.za
 
 



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Jutta Lenz link
1/22/2018 02:47:35 am

Hello Rachel,
I am major interested in the leading course! unfortunaely your course is offered during a time I am in Europe for work Saturday is also fine for me. Thursdays dont work before 8.30 pm because I am a Rotary member and its a duty to go there regulary but I am close by at Winchester Manson and classes after 8.30 would be fine
regards Jutta

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