Introductory Course - October 2010 (updated)

Tango Argentino - Primeros Pasos

(introductory course for complete beginners)

taught by Nathalie Mifsud

Argentine tango is a beautiful dance and it has attracted the attention of most major cities in the world. Even here in Malta we have a group of tango enthusiasts who are only too happy to pass on their knowledge of this addictive dance.


Dates:
Monday 4th October 2010
Monday 11th October 2010
Monday 18th October 2010
Monday 25th October 2010
Monday 1st November 2010

Location: Rugby Club House, Hamrun (Map here) - confirmed

Time: 7.30pm

Price:
€50 per person / €35 for full-time students & senior citizens.
€25 for those that would like to repeat the course.

Apart from these lessons, we also meet every week for our regular Milonga (the social event where Tango is danced), and other activities.

A €10 discount voucher will be given for Tango shoes from Locatelli Tango Shoes.

Please confirm your attendance by email to jelena@tangomalta.org stating your full name and mobile number (in case I need to contact you urgently) and all details of any accompanying friends.

Dress: What you want, normally, casual.
Shoes: Followers (usually women) are advised to wear well supported shoes with some heel - no flipflops please. Leaders (usually men) are advised to wear round toed shoes or gym shoes. Long pointed shoes make life difficult.

Dance partner: No need for a fixed partner.

IMPORTANT: Payment can be effected on the first lesson. Please arrive a little earlier. NO refunds will be issued for missed classes, unless informed at the beginning of the course.

Gift Vouchers: Please remember that you can always give a Tango course as a gift to a loved one or a dear friend.

For further information and/or booking please contact Jelena on jelena@tangomalta.org , sms or call (after 5pm) 99870398.

Principiantes: October 2010 (updated)

Next Principiantes course starts on Monday 4th October and will consist of 5 classes.

Dates:

Monday 4th October
Monday 11th October
Monday 18th October
Monday 25th October
Monday 1st November

Time: 9 pm

Venue: Rugby Club House, Hamrun (Map here) - confirmed.

Price:
€50
€35 for senior citizens and full time students
€25 for Intermedios taking Principiantes classes in parallel
€85 for those who would like to get a bunch of 10 classes

Principiantes lessons are always different and not a build up.
One stays at Principiantes level until the classes become too easy, approximately 10 months.
Missed classes are not refundable unless advised at the beginning of the course.

Please apply with Jelena by e-mail jelena@tangomalta.org or phone (after 5pm please) 99870398.

Intermedios: October 2010 (updated)

October cycle of Intermedios will start on Tuesday 5th October and will consist of 4 classes.

Dates:
Tuesday 5th October
Tuesday 12th October
Tuesday 19th October
Tuesday 26th October

Time: 9pm

Location: 69 St Pauls Str, Rabat

Price:
€40 for the 4 lessons
€12 for a single lesson

Note: Those of you who would like to take Principiantes in parallel to Intermedios can do so at half price (€25 for Principiantes).

To apply please contact Jelena .

To guarantee that your booking is confirmed, apply with a partner. Otherwise, you will be placed on a list and partnered on a first-come first-serve basis.

In the spirit of Argentine Tango, we will be changing partners regularly during classes.

29th September 2010: Milonga @ Phoenicia

The Phoenicia Hotel in Valletta will be hosting our Milonga on Wednesday 29th September, from 9pm onwards. Tango music will be provided by DJ Clau. You may email your music requests to DJ@TangoMalta.org. Entrance is €3. If you need more info email Jelena or call (after 5pm) +356 99 870 398.

Monday 27th September 2010: Practica

A practica is a good opportunity to practice what you have learnt and ask for assistance if you have any difficulties. It is also a way of meeting other tangueros/as from other groups, in a casual and relaxed setting.
It is not a substitute for missed classes.
A practica asistida will be held on Monday 27th September from 7.30pm-10.30 at the Rugby Clubhouse, Hamrun.

It is open to all levels and Rupert will be assisting Primeros and Principiantes.
Fee: 3€. Kindly put your fee in the chocolate box near the speaker.

22nd September 2010: Milonga @Villa Madama

The Wine Gardens at Villa Madama, Balzan will be hosting our Milonga on Wednesday 22nd, from 9pm onwards. Tango music will be provided by DJ G. You may email your music requests to DJ@TangoMalta.org.
Entrance is €3.
If you need more info email Jelena or phone (after 5pm please) +356 99870398.

NOTE: Kitchen is open till 1am with the usual platters and small snacks at affordable prices.

15th September 2010: Milonga @ Phoenicia

The Phoenicia Hotel in Valletta will be hosting our Milonga on Wednesday 15th, from 9pm onwards. Tango music will be provided by DJJJ... You may email your music wishes.
Entrance is €3. If you need more info email milongas@tangomalta.org or call +356 99870398.

9th September 2010: Milonga @ Villa Madama

The Wine Gardens at Villa Madama, Balzan will be hosting our Milonga on Thursday 9th, from 9pm onwards. Tango music will be provided by DJ G. You may email your music requests to DJ@TangoMalta.org.
Entrance is €3.
If you need more info email Jelena or call (after 5pm please) +356 99870398.

NOTE: Kitchen is open till 1am with the usual platters and small snacks at affordable prices.

Monday 13th September 2010: Practica

A practica is a good opportunity to practice what you have learnt and ask for assistance if you have any difficulties. It is also a way of meeting other tangueros/as from other groups, in a casual and relaxed setting.
It is not a substitute for missed classes.

A practica asistida will be held on Monday 13th September from 7.30pm-10.30 at the Rugby Clubhouse, Hamrun.

It is open to all levels and Rupert will be assisting Primeros and Principiantes.

Fee: 3€. Kindly put your fee in the purse next to the door.

September Workshops with Gordon

Gordon, assisted by Claudia, will be holding 2 workshops during September, replacing the regular classes which will be back in full swing in October. The workshops will focus on putting more of the music into your dance. Details as follows:

Monday Sept 6th: (A) Musicality
An exploration of how to interpret the music using different rhythms.
8pm - 11pm [2.5hrs with a 30 min break in the middle]

Monday Sept 20th: (B) Deafening Silences
A further exploration of musicality, this time by exploring how to listen for and interpret silence to increase the dynamics of your dance.
8pm - 10.15pm [2hrs with a 15 min break in the middle]

Price: 15€ per person per workshop

Location: Rugby Club House, Hamrun (map)

Apply: with Jelena on jelena@tangomalta.org, preferably in couples, otherwise you will be placed on the list on a first-come first-served basis. Please be sure to specify which workshop/s you are booking for and who your partner is.

Both workshops are open to all levels and recommended to all dancers who want to improve their confidence in interpreting the music.