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3-Day Zen of Tango Workshop
Mindful Movement • Breath Awareness • Connection
This workshop blends Zen principles—presence, breath awareness, and non-judgmental flow—with Argentine Tango. Over three days, participants explore tango mindfully, guided by expert instruction.
Workshop Highlights
- Suitable for all levels with adaptations
- Daily yoga sessions (20-30 minutes)
- Partner work with solo exercises for inclusivity
- Mindful connection and presence practices
- Complex tango shapes with Zen visualization
Daily Schedule
| Time | Activity | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Instructional Session | 2 hours |
| 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM | Break & Guided Yoga | 2 hours |
| 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM | Practice/Practica Session | 1.5 hours |
Workshop Details
Venue:
Sri Maharani - Upper Tapovan
Below Secret Garden
Minimum:
4 participants required
What to Bring:
Comfortable clothing
Dance shoes or socks
Water bottle
Yoga mat (optional)
Food:
Authentic Andhra cuisine
available to order
3-Day Journey Breakdown
Day 1
Foundations of Presence
Focus
Introducing Zen mindfulness to tango basics, emphasizing breath, body awareness, and the 8-count box step.
Morning Session (12:00-2:00 PM)
- Zen breathing exercises
- Tango posture and walking
- Basic 8-count box step
- Forward/backward ochos
- Cruzada (cross-step)
Evening Session (4:00-5:30 PM)
- Tango embrace as Zen connection
- Practice with variations
- Partner rotations
- Mindfulness cues
Day 2
Deepening the Flow
Focus
Incorporating Zen's "no-mind" (mushin) into dynamic tango movements for effortless improvisation.
Morning Session (12:00-2:00 PM)
- Releasing ego and judgment
- Tango rhythms and syncopation
- Musicality practice
- Introducing boleos
- Smoother transitions
Evening Session (4:00-5:30 PM)
- Guided social dance practica
- Slow to medium-tempo music
- Spot coaching
- Mindfulness pauses
Day 3
Integration & Mastery
Focus
Synthesizing Zen and tango, incorporating complex shapes for personal expression.
Morning Session (12:00-2:00 PM)
- Zen visualization with expression
- Complex shapes: colgadas, volcadas
- Linear boleos
- Vals and milonga styles
- Joyful present-moment dancing
Evening Session (4:00-5:30 PM)
- Grand finale practica
- Traditional and nuevo tango
- Expressive improvisation
- Zen closing ceremony
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