The Modern Tango Paradigm: Unveiling the Artistry Sara Grdan &
Ivan Terrazas
Explore the dynamic partnership of Sara Grdan and Ivan Terrazas as they fearlessly redefine conventional tango paradigms for the modern era. With the precision and heritage reminiscent of Swiss watch mechanisms, combined with the zeal and individuality of contemporary innovation, their dance embodies pure delight. Experience their refined technique, authentic style, and unique artistry that captivates audiences worldwide.
Enter a world where tango embraces the spirit of modernity and innovation through the remarkable talents of Sara and Ivan. In this article, we delve into their fearless journey of establishing unconventional tango paradigms. With the precision of Swiss watch mechanisms and the passion of contemporary revolutionary design, they weave a tapestry of delight, perfection, and authenticity that sets them apart.
Partnering Technique: Lead and Follow
Sara and Ivan have developed a closed system of principles that will allow you to understand how every step works, so that you never have to ask “How do you lead that?”. In this collection they break down those principles and through a variety of examples give you the key to building your own dance. Get ready for a paradigm shift!
Recommended study time for this collection is 4 weeks
Partnering Technique: Creating Dynamics
Dynamic movements make dancing tango exciting and make complex figures possible, but, most importantly, they give us the skill set to truly express the music. Sara&Ivan’s previous collections focused on good body mechanics and geometries which make partnering effortless. Now, we enter a new world of limitless possibilities for expression, connection and interpretation.
This collection might make your brain (and body) sweat, but know that it’s instrumental in the study of subsequent collections,
so you’d better get practicing!
We recommend studying the Lead and Follow collection first
Recommended study time for this collection is 5 weeks
Make it sparkle: Milonga
Sara&Ivan love to dance milonga because it is fun, fast and always leaves them smiling.
Starting from a very simple sequence which they build upon in each lesson, by the end of this collection you'll be able to dance a whole tanda of milongas with flow, fun and ease! No need to memorize steps – the dance comes from an understanding of how to create, and allows you to respond to the music and the floor conditions with spontaneity and joy.
This collection is great for beginners and experienced dancers alike – novices will find they can finally dance milonga, and those with experience will appreciate the complexity of the final steps and modification tips for movements they already do. Enjoy!
Recommended study time for this collection is 5 weeks
Tree of Tango. Complex Geometry
Once the journey towards each other is complete, now is time to explore a new world together, as a couple. The complex world of circularity, directions, silence and music. We have some cute, basic elements that represent great tools to help you with this exploration. Sara and Ivan are extremely down-to-earth while explaining the Universe of our four legs, two embraces and thousands of possibilities.
Recommended study time for this collection is 3 weeks.
Topical Series. Sequences with Walking and Barridas
In this one, you’ll discover a series of lessons about walking and pausing in so many ways... Flowing, following or creating music...This collection is strongly intertwined with the previous ones and for best results, we strongly recommend their deep study and practice, before exploring the present collection. Enjoy your learning!
Recommended study time for this collection is 4 weeks.
Topical Series. Turns, Enrosques and Lapices
The impossible steps, the complicated sequences…. with the right explanations and a practiced technique everything becomes clear. Enjoy this advanced technical collection and have fun! It is strongly intertwined with the previous ones and for best results we strongly recommend their deep study and practice, before exploring the present collection.
Recommended study time for this collection is 6 weeks.
Movement Technique. Body Mechanics
Whenever we think, play or practice, our body has a natural tendency, a habit, an answer. Listening to that voice, to that answer helps. Our dance, our couple, our teaching and our lives are improved every time we find new ways to understand more about our amazing body reactions. Sara and Ivan start their journey with us by showing how to discover and train our body wisdom. Enjoy this beautiful collection and be aware that it’s the base for all their further work on Tangomeet.
Recommended study time for this collection is 5 weeks.
Complex Geometry. Giros
Turns are difficult and they make most of our dancing. So, as you are guessing, this is a benchmark collection. You’ll find in these lessons fundamental and extremely important technique that will prepare you for more complex movements such as Enrosques, Agujas, Lapises. This collection is strongly intertwined with the previous ones and for best results, we strongly recommend their deep study and practice, before exploring the present collection.
Recommended study time for this collection is 3 weeks.
Partnering Technique. Simple Geometry
The beauty of partnership is hidden in the harmony, complicity, tensions and flows that both of you are creating while dancing together. Standing and walking in front of each other are powerful statements of both authenticity and skills. Both of them can be trained and improved in order to get to the next level, the level where magic happens – where we are perfect for the other while we remain true to ourselves. Enjoy this technical journey into the couple movement mysteries!
Recommended study time for this collection is 4 weeks.
The Improvisation Toolbox. Nothing Basic about the Basic
From Sara and Ivan's perspective, improvising is mastering the rules and breaking the rules. This collection is interconnected to all the other ones. It is the guide to creativity and the connection between the elements, and techniques you already know and those you’re about to (re)discover. Enjoy the ride!
Recommended study time for this collection is 3 weeks.