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COCA (Center of Creative Arts) Classes

Argentine Tango - Building the Basics

It all begins with walking! In this class students will be introduced to the fundamentals of Argentine tango including musicality and the basic tango movement vocabulary including connection, walking steps, basic elements of turns and navigation. Students will gain improvisational skills, historical background and social dance etiquette in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

No partner required.

Class Code: 1951
Tuesdays    6:45PM - 7:55PM
September 9 - December 16  (15 weeks session)
Instructors: Tal Stein and Mimi MacDonald 
Fee: $180
 

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Argentine Tango 2 - Beyond the Basics

This class is designed to build on the basics of Argentine tango established in the beginner course. It will include new variations and expansion of the basic vocabulary. This class will involve both open and closed embrace technique and the methods of transitioning between them. Students will expand their improvisational skills and floorcraft in a safe and supportive atmosphere. No partner required.

For continuing students or some argentine tango experience.

Class Code: 1952
Tuesdays    8:00PM - 9:10PM
September 9 - December 16  (15 weeks session)
Instructors: Tal Stein and Mimi MacDonald 
Fee: $180


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Swing (Lindy Hop)

Ready for some fun? Come and learn the original swing dance: Lindy Hop. It's all about individual expression and improvisation but you have to start with the basics, right? The classes will focus on Jazz movement and fundamentals of partner dancing and begin with easy patterns to get the students on the floor as quickly as possible. No partner required.

Class Code: 1960
Wednesdays   7:15PM - 8:10PM
September 10th - December 17 (15 weeks session)
Instructor: Tal Stein
Fee: $150


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