Argentine Tango – Vals Vol I | Christy Coté & George Garcia

Argentine Tango – Vals Vol. I introduces the musicality and fundamental figures of Argentine Vals. Taught by Christy Coté & George Garcia, the course explains how traditional Argentine Tango movements are adapted to the continuous 3/4 rhythm of Vals while maintaining smooth partner connection and musical interpretation.

Beginning with an introduction to Vals musicality, the program presents ten progressive figures followed by improvisational demonstrations that show how they can be combined naturally for social dancing.

Topics Covered

Introduction

• Introduction to Argentine Vals – Musicality

Figures 1–5

1. Progressive Cross System Basic
2. Progressive Cross System Basic with Balanceo
3. Cadencia Turns
4. Ocho Cortado
5. Back Ochos

Demonstration – Figures 1–5 (Improvisational Format)

Figures 6–10

6. Molinete Right with Ocho Cortado
7. Left Turn with Cadencia
8. Right Turn with Ocho Cortado
9. Revolving Back Ochos
10. Point & Pivot to Outside Partner Left

Demonstration – Figures 6–10 (Improvisational Format)

Suitable For

• Beginning and intermediate Argentine Vals dancers
• Argentine Tango students expanding into Vals
• Social Tango dancers
• Argentine Tango instructors
• Dancers studying Argentine Vals musicality