Category Archives: Argentine Tango
Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | May 17th, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, News

Nina Tatarowicz from Tango Elixir on tango alignment: Letʼs look at our Tango Alignment from the ground up. So starting with the feet: We always make sure that our weight is on one foot or the other. But how can we be sure that weʼre stable? Try to find the connection onto the floor from [...]

Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | May 15th, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, News

In addition to the talented local instructors who teach here on a regular basis, Chicago is fortunate to also attract internationally renowned Argentine tango maestros nearly every month. Below are videos of visiting instructors in May and June. For more information and to register for workshops, check out Tango Mango.   Virginia Pandolfi and Ney [...]

Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | May 11th, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, News

The newest shipment of Comme il faut tango shoes arrived this week! Come in today for the best selection of styles in your size!

Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | May 1st, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, News

In this article, we will focus on follower’s embellishments in Argentine tango. What is a follower? A follower is a role in tango. What does this mean? The presence and power of the follower is very important. A good follower must connect with a partner and to the ground. They must also adjust to the [...]

Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | May 1st, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, News

  I love dance wear that moves with you! In the picture above, my Darcos dress paired with Tango Imagen Mariposa babuchas creates a swoosh of energy during a milonga traspie. You can see it better in action in the clip below. (Paola Bordon and I at the Amigas Latinas benefit, Center on Halsted Chicago). [...]

Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | April 23rd, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, News

Dear Sara and Eli, Thanks for stopping by Chicago Dance Supply on your way back to Lexington, KY. I hope you enjoyed your visit to Chicago. Here’s a little souvenir of your shoe fitting. Safe travels, Leni

Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | April 16th, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, News
Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | April 11th, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, Class Attire, News

Did you know that the CDS 15% off Class Attire Discount applies to all dance genres? All year round? Whether you dance ballet, flamenco, bellydance or tango, receive 15% off your purchase when you get one top, one bottom and one pair of shoes!

Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | April 9th, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, News
Leni Manaa-Hoppenworth | April 6th, 2013 | Posted in Argentine Tango, News

Chicago Dance Supply carries Darcos Tango Shoes for men and women starting at $142. Custom options available for women’s shoes include leather or suede sole, hook or traditional buckle, leather or material upper and choice of color. contactus@chicagodancesupply.com or stop by today. Related Links: Women’s Darcos Tango Shoes at Chicago Dance Supply