Argentine Tango

Learn to dance Argentine Tango

with Anthony Howell – professionally trained dancer (Royal Ballet) and creator of Tango Schumann and Tango for Balance

Tango is a wonderful dance that is at the same time simple in its basic structure and complex when danced with a mastery of its technique. The lovely music features the bandoneon and a small “orquesta” – or orchestra. It is a partner dance which can be improvised using the skill of “lead and follow” which is actually a fusion of movement created by the partnership. All over London and around London there are gatherings to dance tango socially called “milongas” – so it’s a great way of meeting new friends. It is best to come with shoes which allow you to pivot, on the ball of your foot.

Practica at The Room

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Tango Practica, guided by Anthony Howell, at The Room, 33 Holcombe Road, N17 9AS. Between Bruce Grove and Tottenham Hale stations…

Plenty of Room to dance: one and a half hour class followed by practica – further ideas and guidance given if asked for.

£10 per person for class and practica, £5 per person for milonga only – drop in or contact 0208 801 8577

The Room has a sprung dance-floor, a fantastic sound system, and it is the nicest space to dance in town. Refreshments can be made upstairs in the kitchen.

Contact:  Anthony 0208 801 8577  howell.anthony1@googlemail.com

To book or for more info, contact here.

Master how the tango is danced from the basic elements to full synchronisation with your partner. Move together with confidence and ease, having developed an authentic sense of musicality. Experienced dancers will be encouraged to gain greater fluidity and an increased vocabulary of movement. During the classes, we provide details of the London salons where couples can go to enjoy dancing.

Your Teacher – Anthony Howell

A former dancer with the Royal Ballet, Anthony is nominated for this year’s Lucas latin dance awards as a teacher of tango. In 2001 he received a £6000 LADA bursary to study the tango in Buenos Aires. He founded Tango Art in 2002, whose work has been seen at The John Thaw Memorial Studio Manchester, The Ikon Gallery Birmingham, SKC, Belgrade, The Place, London, Chisenhale Dance Space, London. Anthony has danced with Tango Code at River Tango 2006 and in Tango Extravaganza 2007.  Anthony also dances with Lindi De Angelis as Tango Schumann in art galleries and cultural centres (www.tangoschumann.com)

The Room is also available for practice £15 per hour. Private Tango Lessons with Anthony: £30 per hour.