Join us for a special Maestro Intensivo with Dianne Heywood-Smith, The Tangueria-Sidewalk Tango, focusing on the technique, timing, and subtlety of barridas in social tango.

Barridas are often described as simple sweeping actions – yet when done well, they embody clarity, sensitivity, and shared intention. In this focused session, Dianne will guide dancers through the mechanics, connection, and musical awareness that allow barridas to feel natural, grounded, and beautifully integrated into the dance.

Through thoughtful exercises and partnered exploration, we will work on:

  • Clear lead-follow communication

  • Weight transfer and axis awareness

  • Musical timing and phrasing

  • Making barridas smooth, controlled, and socially elegant

The emphasis will be on quality rather than complexity – ensuring that what you learn can be confidently and comfortably applied on the social dance floor.

Event Details

Topic: Barridas
Instructor: Dianne Heywood-Smith, The Tangueria-Sidewalk Tango
Date: Sunday 1 March
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Venue: Mark Street Hall, 1 Mark Street, North Fitzroy
Email: events@melbournesocialtango.com

This Intensivo will be followed by our regular Sunday Practica from 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM, offering the perfect opportunity to consolidate and explore what you’ve learned.

Attendance

FREE and exclusive to Members of Melbourne Social Tango. Join MST or renew your membership here: Membership

Recommended for intermediate to advanced dancers.
Places are limited to maintain a balanced and productive learning environment.

Book your place here: Intensivo Reservation

About Dianne Heywood-Smith

Dianne Heywood-Smith is a professional tango dancer, performer, choreographer, and dedicated teacher.

Her tango journey began in 1998, training with internationally renowned maestros including Gustavo Naveira, Aurora Lubiz, Puppy Castellano, Graciela Gonzales, and Zoraida Fontclara & Diego Alvarez.

She has taught and performed throughout Australia, Asia, New Zealand, Argentina, and Chile. Career highlights include appearances at:

  • La Confitería Ideal, Buenos Aires

  • Glamour Bar, Shanghai (with Massimo Pujol)

  • Adelaide Festival Theatre

  • Melbourne Symphony Orchestra at the Myer Music Bowl

Dianne’s teaching philosophy is grounded in respect for the history and evolution of tango, and for the community that continues to nurture and develop the art form today.

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