TANGO: DANCE OF RELATIONSHIP WORKSHOP Argentinean Tango**Dance Skills**Partnering Skills**Group Development
ARGENTINEAN TANGO:The Dance of Relationship-Four Day Valentines Day Tango Retreat Retreat Location: THE KRIPALU CENTER FOR YOGA & HEALTH Lenox MA, Dates: February 10-13, 2006 To Register: Call 1-800-741-7353 To Register Online: http://www.kripalu.org/article/133/#alvarez http://www.kripalu.org/article/133/#alvarez2 http://www.kripalu.org/program/type2/selfspirit/TDR051, http://www.kripalu.org/program/type2/selfspirit/TDR061 http://www.kripalu.org/presenter/516/ Relationship Outlook Self & Partner Communications & Discovery Growth & Togetherness RETREAT DIRECTOR: Jaime Alvarez, Ed.D. Jaime Alvarez has studied dancing as a hobby all his life and he has trained with internationally acclaimed masters of tango. He teaches both group and private lessons. Dr. Alvarez has worked as a private therapist and consultant in human relations and focuses his skills on the relationships between people when they dance. Associate Instructors/Dancers: Teo and Marsha Bartek Teo and Marsha are skilled Argentine tango dancers, teachers and performers. They are co-founders of a style of teaching tango called "Tango From The Heart." They have spent many years in the pursuit of the essence of tango, the dance of love. Their passion is for close-embrace tango, where the non-verbal intuitive communication is heightened as all the chakras open, and a state of oneness is attained with a partner and with one's own spirit. They practice tango daily as a spiritual, devotional discipline. This practice maintains and amplifies the powerful heart connection they share. They radiate the essence of tango, and everyone who takes classes with them can tune-in to it and be nurtured. Around these trainers, the atmosphere becomes charged with their love for the dance and for each other. As teachers they are patient, loving and gentle, but they can be challenging and energetic with students in a loving way. By combining various teaching strategies, they as a team, bring out the best in the participants of their workshops. They also offer private lessons. Instructors /Dancers/: Jaime & Alexandra Alvarez Jaime has participated in tango congresses and workshops with internationally acclaimed masters of tango dancing. He has been organizing tango dancing in the New England area since 1995. Jaime has taught extra-mural courses of tango dancing in colleges in Massachusetts, Vermont and Connecticut. He has performed in South America, Florida, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and received prizes, trophies & honorary mentions. Jaime & Alexandras renditions of Tango and their dances are passionate and vibrant; they embody the music message interpreted with skilful movements, artful figures in a sensual style. Their teaching programs are professional: during the beginning of their instruction they teach basic dance vocabulary in an easy sequences of one hour lessons distributed in several levels set to fit participants, then the dancers are encouraged to practice while rotating in couples as they increase their skills. Dancers are encouraged to participate in monthly workshops followed by social dances. Dancers who come the Milongas enjoy professional dance shows, gourmet buffet, South American wines, while socializing and dancing in beautifully decorated spaces. They host monthly milongas and teach tango dancing in Boston, Worcester, W. Hartford and Amherst MA. ARGENTINEAN TANGO:The Dance of Relationship February 10,11,12, 13, 2006. A dynamic sculpture in process that is created by you and your partner, the tango requires deep trust, understanding, and presence. Come discover the beauty, grace, and passion of the tango as you explore its teachings on relationship and clear communication, both verbal and nonverbal. Under the skilled guidance of Jaime Alvarez, accomplished dancer and dance instructor, you will enhance your ability to successfully communicate as you experience the tango as a microcosm of the dance of relationship. In a nonjudgmental, creative, and fun environment, you will learn: *The basics of Argentinean tango and dance vocabulary, *Harmonious execution of leader and follower roles, *Relationship dynamics and skills for interpersonal problem-solving *How to listen to each other and to lead and follow non-verbal cues.
