Angel Garcia-Clemente Argentine Tango and Salsa
September 16- October 25, 2002 Study with Angel Garcia-Clemente, the popular star and choreographer of "Ballet Las Pampas" from New York City, the host of "Milonga de Angel" and see why his students say: "Angel is one of NYC's most beloved teachers. His technique is so clean and clear it stands out, and many of us can tell who's studied with him. His personality is sunny and he makes everyone he dances with look graceful." ? The Claremont Resort Workshops: ? Argentine Tango for beginners 6:30- 7:45 p.m. Learn the fundamentals of this sensual, romantic dance in a relaxed, fun setting. Small classes and lots of individual attention for maximum speed in advancing. ? Argentine Tango for advanced beginners/intermediates 6:30-8:30 p.m. Come early and stay late. Review the fundamentals and proceed on to more advanced material including giros, ganchos, sacadas and pasadas. 2 hours of class. A field trip to a milonga at the end of the series for all students (price not included in series). ? New York Style Salsa for beginners 8:30-9:45 p.m. Learn the flips, dips and turns from a salsa virtuoso. There will be a special free make-up class for those starting the series late. A field trip to a salsa club will take place at the end of the series (price not included in series). The Claremont Hotel, 41 Tunnel Rd., Berkeley, Monday, Sept. 16 - Oct 21st. Each series consists of 6 classes. $60 members, $75 non-members; drop in $15/$20 single class. All ages welcome, singles welcome. 7 Special: take both a salsa and tango series and save even more! Members $100 for both series/nonmembers $130. 7 To register contact Bill Bastian, 510-549-8516. For more information contact Stella, email: [email protected]. ? Advanced argentine Tango at the metronome, angel and Christy (Wednesdays, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23) class 9-10 p.m., practica 10-10:30 p.m. Material will include advanced giros and enrosques, elegant moves including carpa (leans), boleos, pausa, embellishments. 1830 17th St., SF. $60 adv, $64 1st day, $51 students, $17 drop-in. 415-252-9000. ? Salsa and Tango workshops on Saturday Oct 12. Lake Merritt Dance Center, Oakland 12-12:30 p.m. Absolutely free! An introductory class in tango - open to all. 12:30- 2 p.m. Tango: Advanced technique and embellishments for men and women. 2-3:30 p.m. Tango: Simple lifts, dips and jumps. (No beginners please!) 3:45-5:30 p.m. "SalsaTangoSalsa" Romance with chispa. A workshop for the more advanced salsa dancer which will include Angel's special fusion tango salsa steps. $22/workshop or $55 for all three. Lake Merritt Dance Center, 200 Grand Ave., Oakland. (Nearest BART 19th St.) Pre-registration required, [email protected]. ? Angel will also be teaching before the following milongas: The All Night Milonga at the BEAT, Sat., Sept. 28th, 9:15-10:30 p.m. 2560 9th St., Berkeley. The Verdi Club, Thursdays, Sept. 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 24th, 7-8:30 p.m. 2424 Mariposa, SF. The All Night Milonga at the Metronome, "Milonga Americana," Sat. Oct 12, workshop featuring steps which can be used in salon, milonga and waltz 9:30-11 p.m., workshop and party $25, party only $15, 300 De Haro at 17th St., SF. Other Opportunities: Catch Angel and rosa Teaching at the Portland Tango Festival Oct. 16-20. Take a dream trip with Stella and Angel to Buenos Aires February 7-17th, 2003. Call for details. Private lessons $85/hour includes studio rental fee. (Special! Take a series of 5 privates and get the 6th for free!). For more information or to register for classes please contact Stella at 510-655-3585 or email: [email protected] .
