Claudia Garcia

Native of Chile, Claudia Garcia has had the affinity for music and dance since childhood. She came to the United States a little over three years ago specifically to pursue her dreams of becoming a professional dancer.

Since her early years, Claudia has been training in ballet, jazz, ballroom and Latin dances. She has toured with youth groups all over Chile, performing at various venues and events. Prior to moving to United States, Claudia studied Physical Education, gaining greater knowledge and understanding of the mechanics of the human body, as well as dynamics of the dance.

Claudia's greatest love among the dances had become Argentine Tango - the dance itself, the music, and the culture! Even though her formal training in Tango started while she was already in United States, she had watched and admired tangueros and tangueras all throughout her life!

Claudia trained with Forest and Tina Mayer, Vladimir Estrin, Miguel Cardoso, Orlando Paiva Jr., as well as Natalia Hills and Francisco Forquera. She has been performing at various special engagements, milongas and private events. Claudia has also been featured in several international music videos.

Classes: (Mondays / Thursdays)

MONDAYS:
8:30 - 10:00 pm
Starting March 27th, 2006
Ending May 22nd, 2006
California Institute of Technology

Join Miguel Cardoso and his assistant Claudia Garcia for a 9 week beginning/intermediate tango course beginning on March 27th on the beautiful campus of Caltech in Pasadena. The class will introduce students to the basic fundamental steps of Argentine Tango for social dancing with a great emphasis on interpreting and following the music. Elegance and posture, as well as attention to the small details of the dance will be emphasized in order for anyone to look their best on the dance floor. As always, no partner is required and we not only stress learning but also having fun!

When:
MONDAYS:
8:30 - 10:00 pm
Starting March 27th, 2006
Ending May 22nd, 2006

Location:
Winnett Lounge, on the beautiful campus of Caltech in Pasadena

Location Map:
www.its.caltech.edu/~ballroom/campus_map.html

Cost:
$8.00 / per class for non-students
$5.00 / per class for students
If payment is made in advance,
you get the last class free!
$64.00 in advance for 9 classes for non-students
$40.00 in advace for 9 classes for students

THURSDAYS:
Starting May 4th, 2006
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm - Beginners Level
8:00 pm to 9:00 pm - Intermediate Level

Practica with great music, snacks and drinks after class!

Where:
Josie Neglia Dance Academy
342 1/2 North Ford Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90022
Tel: (323) 261-0664
(Well lit free public parking across the street)

Admission:
$10.00 / Class
$48.00 / Six-week group class
(same day & hour for six weeks)