We think we know our partner very well. But, do we ever spend a moment thinking of his/her perception about us ? To understand cause and effect, it is necessary to build up awareness for the partner. A quality that leads to respect and acceptance. The answer is to build awareness for the partner, to […]
acceptance in tango
Self-awareness – Tango Meditation Seminar 1
You only can give proper assistance to others, if you are in a good condition. With self-awareness you get to know how to help yourself.
How to find pleasure dancing in the Traditional Milongas of Buenos Aires
On my travels to Buenos Aires I meet many tango tourists. I realized that they spend their whole tango time in the modern Milongas/Practicas, which do not very much alter from those milogas in their home town. No dress code, no sitting order. No codigos apply. Easy peasy. They feel totally comfortable in the milonga as […]
How to dance like a pro – 10 powerful hints for leaders
You are watching your favorite tango master performing and asking yourself, oh gosh, I wish I could dance like him. Due to the fact that you are already in your forties maybe fifties, with a full-time job to concentrate on, this wish might be an impossible dream to become true. With just 10 powerful hints […]
Which style suits my tango? Milonguero-Salon-Nuevo?
“Tango” is not a style. Tango is a culture, a music genre, a dance. When an Argentine tango teacher says he teaches “Tango”, dear, that can be quite confusing. Distinct styles in tango manifest in different artistic interpretations. For my tango education, it is important to know the differences between Traditional Tango or Nuevo Tango, Tango Escenario, […]
Is learning Tango suitable for couples ? master the challenges
Tango originated under special circumstances, at a time where women were rarely available. Men danced with and learned from each other. They learned to follow first , then to lead. Learning and practicing in an all masculine environment, a possible source for conflicts between genders were not given. Is learning Tango suitable for couples ? […]