PrácTica’ is a tango experience bridging between a lesson and a milonga (social dance).
A perfect, and supportive environment to practice the skills you already have, try something new, learn about the codigos of tango, ask questions and receive advice.
Our Resident Teacher Bill Jarman will guide you on what to practice and how to practice.
* Please be polite and courteous. Give each other feedback in a constructive manner.
The practica is the learning environment for dancing tango. It is the partner to the milonga in the development of tango.”
The Layers of Tango is a 10-week course ideal for people NEW to learning tango and dancers returning to tango who are keen to refine and build on their technique.
The 5th and 10th week is a supervised Social Practica to practise what we have been learning and to start getting comfortable with the code of dancing in a milonga.
Pre-requisites: No dance experience needed. Two left feet are more than welcome!
Bookings & Information
Please call Meg on 0419 826 061 to enrol or answer any questions.
Course Fees
Level 1 Layers of Tango Course
7 pm – 7.45 pm
Ten-week course $215/ $185
(non-member rate $235 / $205 concession)
Casual $22pw / $19pw concession
(non-member rate $25 / $23)
Become a social member of Tango on The Bay and save on events.
Annual Membership is $25 per year, offering discounted Rates on events run by TOTB.
The practice is only open to students from the 8. pm class and will provide an opportunity to practice and ask questions. Milonga etiquette and floor craft will be discussed.
The practice is only open to students from the 8.15 pm class and will provide an opportunity to practice and ask questions. Milonga etiquette and floor craft will be discussed.
This level is suitable for dancers who understand the basic level criteria and the underlying structure of tango. Although we will be working as couples the class is restricted to the same household or regular couples only.
The focus is on finding a connection within the embrace and how to incorporate musicality. Challenging tango combinations are taught and discussed. This level allows for the opportunity to deepen the expression of the dance, allowing your personal style to emerge through musicality and more complex adornments.
Price Structure
Basic Class One Person $25 Class package block of five x 1 hour class $100
Basic Class Two People $46 Class package block of five x 1 hour class $180
Come and enjoy a fun afternoon learning the rhythm and movement style of the earliest form of tango: Canyengue.
Guided by Barry Arnold and Natasha Eracleous, we will explore the tango’s purest form and its relevance and application to the modern evolution of our beloved tango.
Our regular DJ at MST Practica will be playing his expansive collection of tango music from the 1920s-40s European tango orchestras, many of which are rare and beautifully danceable but rarely played.
See you there!
Guided practice: starting at 3.00 pm
Practica: 3.45-6.00 pm
Entry: MST members $5/Non Members $10
– Practice together every 1st and 3rd Sunday, 3-6pm
– Nurture and expand your tango knowledge and skills with others
– Connect and socialize with your tango community
Parking is available on Mark St, and Falconer St. Tram 11 runs nearby on St Georges Rd.
We would love you to come and join us for our first Sunday Afternoon tea PrácTica at Martha House, on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula.
“ Martha House Práctica” Sunday 20th November Time: 4pm – 6 pm DJ & Guest Teacher Marce Ospina
We are in for a fabulous afternoon. Kicking off our first Practica with a 45 min Balance & Alignment Workshop essential for Social dancing run by Marce.
Workshop 4 – 4:45 pm
Practica from 4:45 pm – 6 pm
A space and time for you to learn, practice, dance, and enjoy the company of other dancers.
Pricing:
*Balance & Alignment Workshop $20
*Workshop + Practica $25
*Practica only – $10 cash at the door
(Workshop bookings preferred – book and prepay to reserve your spot)
For all bookings and enquiries contact Meg on 0419 826 061
BYO refreshments & glasses
Complimentary light snacks, coffee, tea and cake provided
Venue: Mount Martha House Community Centre
466 Esplanade, Mount Martha
*Please use Side Entrance
(onsite parking available)