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Events March 21-23, 2008 Tango Weekend with Adam Hoopengardner Adam Hoopengardner returns to Pittsburgh after months of intensive studying and teaching in the U.S, Europe, and Buenos Aires. In between workshops and DJ-ing in places such as Portland, Montreal, Providence, and Princeton, Adam runs the tango program at Hunter College in New York City. He also spent six weeks in Berlin covering Brigitta Winkler's classes while she was on tour. Excelling in many tango styles, Adam's own dance is growing and deepening, informed by instruction with world-class dancers and teachers such as Gustavo Naviera, Tete Rusconi, Andres Amarilla, and Chicho Frumboli. In his own classes, he transmits complex concepts while retaining his innate humor and humility. Over the last year, Adam has performed with Brigitta Winkler, Rebecca Shulman, and Ciko Tanik. Confident in open or close embrace, he is cherished for his clear, comfortable lead, his creativity, and his musicality. He is also one of the most popular DJs in the country. Originally from Cleveland, Adam is committed to helping build tango in Pittsburgh, and he returns regularly to teach, DJ, and dance with our community. Adam Hoopengardner SCHEDULE - (subject to change) These classes are designed to benefit dancers at every level. Friday, March 21 7:30 - 9:00pm Close Embrace Secrets: Go ahead, give a hug. Dancing in close embrace has many special qualities, including warmth, security, and amazing dynamics. $15 introductory rate for those dancing less than one year. 9:00pm - 10:30pm Community Practilonga: All invited - $5 for those not in Adam's Friday class. Saturday, March 22 12:00 - 12:30pm Sign up and warm up 12:30 - 2:00pm Turning with Axis: Learn to let the axis do the work and save your lower back. This class will also help develop navigation skills by allowing us to change direction at any moment. 2:15 - 3:45pm The Most Exciting Walk of Your Life!: Working in both parallel and cross systems, we will focus on making your walk a conversation piece as well as a musical instrument. 4:00 - 5:30pm El Ocho Cortado: This essential tango step has been a useful tool since the beginning of tango. We will learn what makes it so special and where to use it to best advantage. Saturday Night Milonga 9:30pm - 1:30am Saturday Night Milonga: with DJ Adam at Rob's Place. 3519 Butler Street in Lawrenceville. Refreshments provided and additions welcomed, BYOB. $10/$7 with student ID. Click here for a map. Class curricula and private lesson scheduling are subject to change. DIRECTIONS TO WSCC Wilkins School Community Center in Regent Square, 7604 Charleston Ave, 15218. From Parkway East 376, exit 7 Edgewood/Swissvale, then travel north two blocks on Braddock Ave. Turn left on Sanders, left on Milton, and left on Charleston. FEES One class: $20 Any two classes: $35 Any three classes $50 Any four classes: $60 PRIVATE LESSONS Sunday March 23: $60/hour, single, couple, or 2 couples TO REGISTER Sign up at: info@pittsburghtangueros.org or call (412) 242-2155 LODGING SUGGESTIONS Super8 Motel (Monroeville), 724-733-8008 (from $53, AAA rate $48) Al Monzo's Palace Inn (Monroeville), 412.372.5500 (from $52) Days Inn (Monroeville) 412.856.1610 (from $68 Fri/Sat, $58 Sun) Hampton Inn University Center (Oakland), 412.681.1000 Holiday Inn Parkway East 412.247.2700 (from $89, AAA rate $80) Radisson Hotel (Monroeville) 412.373.7300 (from $89)