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Specialty Tango Workshops + Intensives in NUC
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Classes and Workshops
Off-Axis
Suspended Falling
Available spots
Service Description
What happens when you let go of your axis…and discover that falling is an illusion? In this four-hour workshop, we explore the captivating world of volcadas and colgadas: two of Argentine tango’s most exhilarating off-axis movements. From the inward suspension of the volcada to the outward counterbalance of the colgada, you'll discover how two dancers can create extraordinary shapes through shared balance, grounded technique, and precise communication. We'll work on the mechanics of weight transfer, the architecture of the embrace, and the subtle negotiation of force and release. You'll learn to enter, sustain, and exit off-axis movements with intention, control, and musicality without sacrificing the integrity of your partner's movement or your own. It's physics. It's trust. It's the exquisite art of falling without ever losing control. Workshop Details December 3 & 7, 2026 | 6:30–8:30 PM Ripley-Grier Studios Instructors: Anaïs Haven & Alan Chao Full Workshop: $150 per person Includes both sessions (4 hours of instruction). Single Session: $85 per person One 2-hour session, subject to experience and availability. Full-workshop registrations receive priority. December Workshop Bundle: $270 per person Register for both Off-Axis and Shadow Partnering and save 10%! Includes 8 hours of instruction across four sessions. No partner required. All registrations are per person. Previous tango experience STRONGLY recommended. Discounts cannot be combined.
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Class Cancellations: If you cancel your class registration 24 hours before the scheduled time, you will receive a full refund or credit toward a future class. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before class will not be eligible for a refund or credit. Workshops and Practica: Cancellations for workshops or Practica Para Dos must be made at least 48 hours in advance to receive a full refund. Cancellations within 48 hours of the event are non-refundable but may be credited toward a future event at our discretion. Private Coaching: Private session cancellations require a minimum of 24 hours' notice for a full refund or rescheduling. Cancellations made less than 24 hours prior will result in a forfeited lesson fee. No-Shows: No refunds or credits will be issued for no-shows to any class, workshop, or practica. Studio Cancellations: In the rare event that we will need to cancel a class, workshop, or a private session, you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule. All refund requests must be made over the phone!
Contact Details
939 8th Avenue, New York, NY, USA
(212) 923-8602
tango@anaishaven.com