Guillermo Torrens and Alexandra Wood in the Mall Arts Centre, Youghal

Cork Tango is delighted to announce the first special event of the new tango season, with a day filled with learning under the tutelage of the fabulous Guillermo Torrens and Alexandra Wood, and a night of dancing, all taking place at the glorious Georgian period Mall Arts Centre in Youghal, Co. Cork, on Saturday 11th November 2017.

13.00-14.30 hrs – Workshop 1 – Intermediate level

Vals (Waltz) with shared axis, incorporating turns, voleos and leg wraps. This workshop is designed for more established dancers who have moved beyond beginners and are looking to build on their repertoire of moves with technical precision in the context of the vals rhythm.

14.45-16.15 hrs – Workshop 2 – Advanced level

Milonga Lisa and Traspie with single and double beat steps and giros. This workshop is designed for experienced dancers who love the challenge of milonga’s varying rhythms and are looking to hone their technical precision.

16.30-18.00 hrs – Workshop 3 – All levels (for leaders and followers)

Tango technique in couples, including posture, walking, embrace, and incorporating giros and planes. This workshop is designed for beginner to advanced students who recognise the importance of technique in the support and on-going development of their dance. There will also be a strong emphasis on adornments for followers.

21.00- 1.00 hrs – Milonga Ball with performance by Guillermo Torrens and Alexandra Wood, in the fabulous Mall

Arts Centre, Youghal, overlooking the sea.

Please contact the organiser, Mary Lavery with any enquiries at tangocork@yahoo.ie