2017 Biomechanics: Trusting Tango

1. We create balance through the Arch of Connection. Both partners are always be ready to take and give support, and can change the embrace as needed.
2. We use tango touch and attention to communicate direction with any contact (including eye contact). The standard embrace is not necessary to communicate direction.
3. We rely on each other to move predictably within the tango lexicon: along a pathway or continuing an interaction-game.

2018 Improvisation

Pathways

3 lines, 3 circles, and lateral-lateral

1. walk front
2. walk back
3. walk side (molinete lineal)
4. side to side lateral path (ochos or side steps)
5. Mark’s giro
6. Calesita
7. double giro

Interaction-Games

• sacadas (if you don’t already know it, you’ll want to learn the Sacada Game, because we refer to it in the impro class)
• barrida
• gancho Pulpeades

Tips

• It’s possible to transition between pathways and interactions when the connection is very intense.
• It’s nice to reestablish the embrace gradually.
• Dynamic is more important than direction