1.       Introduction

1.1.    Topology = mathematics of shapes and patterns

1.1.1. e.g. subway map (points show connections but not actual routes)

1.1.2.  path of figure on dance floor (paths of two partners can be complex, but they are related)

1.1.3. There will be a steady development of ideas over the coming class sessions

1.2.    Video/notes policy

2.       First ideas:

2.1.    The Step Circle

2.2.     ‘360 degrees of a step.’

2.2.1. Exercise: Lead a step at all angles. Accompany step with either foot, etc.

3.       Styles of Dance/Embraces

3.1.    Milonguero / Close

3.2.    Salon / V-position

3.3.    Nuevo / Open

3.4.    Fantasia / Open, exaggerated movements

4.       Adjusting the Embrace

4.1.    Examples: ochos,  back sacada for leader and follower

5.       10 minute break

6.       Replacement steps (sacada)

6.1.    Follower can be lead to step to any point on her step circle, leader steps to the position of her leaving foot.

6.2.    Exercise: lead follower to take side step and replace follower’s foot. Both directions.