LF Walk
- Level
- Pre-Bronze (ISTD), (IDTA)
- Timing
- (S)
- Rotation
- None
RF Walks
- Level
- Pre-Bronze (ISTD), (IDTA)
- Timing
- (S)
- Rotation
- None
LF Backward Walk
- Level
- (?)(ISTD), (IDTA)
- Timing
- (S)
- Rotation
- None
RF Backward Walks
- Level
- (?)(ISTD), (IDTA)
- Timing
- (S)
- Rotation
- None
Notes
The Tango Backward Walk
Both the Ballroom Technique by Alex Moore and Guy Howard's The Tango and Basic Principles devote pages to the characteristics of the Tango Walk.
In terms of choreography, the Tango Walk seems to be primarily a forward marching figure (backward for the Lady). The Backward Walk is mentioned only peripherally in both Techniques for sharing the sharp staccato movements of its forward-going cousin. In the Precedes and Follows for their Tango figures, Moore and Howard both ambiguously write "Walk on LF"
or "Walk on RF," allowing for a variety of interpretations. Further complicating the matter is the single mention of the Walk Back on LF as a possible entry for the Rock Back on RF in the Ballroom Technique.
As the Backwards Walk can create some striking visual combinations when used creatively, we suggest Syllabus dancers consult their instructors or tournament adjudicators before using them in a competition setting.
The Tango Backward Walk
Both the Ballroom Technique by Alex Moore and Guy Howard's The Tango and Basic Principles devote pages to the characteristics of the Tango Walk.
In terms of choreography, the Tango Walk seems to be primarily a forward marching figure (backward for the Lady). The Backward Walk is mentioned only peripherally in both Techniques for sharing the sharp staccato movements of its forward-going cousin. In the Precedes and Follows for their Tango figures, Moore and Howard both ambiguously write "Walk on LF"
or "Walk on RF," allowing for a variety of interpretations. Further complicating the matter is the single mention of the Walk Back on LF as a possible entry for the Rock Back on RF in the Ballroom Technique.
As the Backwards Walk can create some striking visual combinations when used creatively, we suggest Syllabus dancers consult their instructors or tournament adjudicators before using them in a competition setting.
Video examples
Video Example 1
Notes
Marcus and Karen Hilton explain the Tango Walk.
Marcus and Karen Hilton explain the Tango Walk.
Video Example 2
Video Example 3
Notes
There are two sets of Tango Walks in this video:
1. Occurs at 0:38
Entry Figure: Back Corté
Exit Figure: Four Step Change (Overturned)
2. Occurs at 1:22
Entry Figure: Closed Promenade
Exit Figure: Contra Check
There are two sets of Tango Walks in this video:
1. Occurs at 0:38
Entry Figure: Back Corté
Exit Figure: Four Step Change (Overturned)
2. Occurs at 1:22
Entry Figure: Closed Promenade
Exit Figure: Contra Check
Video Example 4
Notes
There are two sets of Tango Walks in this video:
1. Occurs at 0:07
Entry Figure: None
Exit Figure: Progressive Link
2. Occurs at 0:53
Entry Figure: Brush Tap (Overturned)
Exit Figure: Reverse Five Step
There are two sets of Tango Walks in this video:
1. Occurs at 0:07
Entry Figure: None
Exit Figure: Progressive Link
2. Occurs at 0:53
Entry Figure: Brush Tap (Overturned)
Exit Figure: Reverse Five Step
Video Example 5
Notes
There are one set of Tango Walks in this video:
1. Occurs at 1:08
Entry Figure: Closed Promenade
Exit Figure: None
There are one set of Tango Walks in this video:
1. Occurs at 1:08
Entry Figure: Closed Promenade
Exit Figure: None