[Tango-L] Getting tango lessons to the needy

[David]

Lois,

It's possible that they need different teachers.  It's not clear at all, 
that going back to the same teachers (who failed to teach them the 
basics the first time around), would be any more successful in a second 
attempt.

Not everyone responds in the same way, to the same teachers.  Sometimes, 
a different approach is needed.   I'd probably try to get someone like 
this to take privates, rather than another group beginners class.

David


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From: Lois Donnay <donnay at donnay.net>
Subject: [Tango-L] Getting tango lessons to the needy
To: Tango-L <tango-l at mit.edu>

There are some in every community...

People who have been taking tango lessons for 2 years - 3 years - 4, 5, 
or
even more.  But they still don't get it.

They can't do much, because their basics are so bad. Poor walking, 
posture,
timing, arm leading, watching their feet.  Often caused by poor initial
training, they may be addicted to front ochos, do difficult show moves 
far
beyond their ability, anticipate, do moves without being led - But still
can't lead or follow a crosada.  These people may be able to be helped, 
but
not until they go back to the beginning.