Matias is a dancer from tango’s new generation with 20 years of experience dancing, performing, and teaching. He is recognized for dancing professionally in both roles. In 2012, he reached the semifinals as the first man to compete in the world championship of tango dancing as a follower.During the last 10 years, he has taught extensively throughout Asia, and more recently touring all over the US.
On July 11 – 21 he will be joining us for a special workshop series.
This is a 4 week workshop on how to create more dynamics in you salsa dancing. This class will focus on setups (using salsa 200 material) that allow the followers to add some of their own musicality while creating striking movements for the leader as well. Variations in timing and body positioning will also be explored. Pre requisite is at least 8 weeks of club salsa 200.
GROUP CLASS. Bachata with style for those who have done some basics turns but are looking for more. This class is 100% Bachata! This Bachata class covers some basics and beyond variations in a fun and friendly environment! This class covers the following: variations on the forward and back basic, turns with unusual arm variations, combs into ducks, as well as moves that change the framework you are used to. This is a very popular dance at the clubs so come on out and learn some new moves to compliment your current Bachata dance! All classes are lead/follow balanced and are processed in the order they are received.
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GROUPCLASS. This class is for those dancers who have been dancing a while and are curious about learning the "on 2" style of salsa. We will be dancing all of the basic fundamentals, basic right turn, cross body lead, crossbody lead with spin, stop and go and maybe another surprise or 2! Students should be proficient with the above-mentioned moves so that we can cover them all on 2 in the 4 weeks. If you have any additional questions, call the studio.
