Tango Tuesday Tips - For Beginners
Tip 1: Don't Get Caught in the Kitchen with Your Feet
When dancing the Tango, it's essential to keep your weight forward and your heels together, unless you're trying to get a good laugh at a friend's wedding. In that case, feel free to trip and flail your feet like a drunken flamingo. But for the love of all that is Tango, don't do that in our class.
More Tips for the ClumsyTip 2: Keep Your Arms Loose and Let the Music Move You
Don't stiffen up like a Victorian spinster! The Tango is all about fluidity and movement, unless you're dancing with someone named 'Victorian Spinster.' Then, it's all about stiff-arming the competition.
Loose Arms for LifeTip 3: Listen to the Music, Not Your Partner's Whining
When your partner complains about the tempo, the beat, the style, or the fact that the music is playing, just smile, nod, and pretend you're listening. Meanwhile, focus on the rhythm and the beat, and pray for a swift exit.
Dealing with Whiny PartnersTip 4: Don't Be Afraid to Improvise (Just Don't Do the Chicken Dance)
While it's essential to follow some basic steps and guidelines, the Tango is all about creativity and self-expression,ประก except when it's not prophets. In that case, stick to the script and avoid any fowl play.
The Art of Not Doing the Chicken Dance