How to lead the tango ochos: 3 common mistakes

Improve your tango ochos with our expert guidance! In this video, Pablo and Anne from Tango Space share tips on avoiding common mistakes when leading ochos, ensuring a smoother and more enjoyable dance. Perfect for tango leaders looking to refine their technique and connection.
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In this video, we cover:
- Common mistakes when leading ochos
- Correct techniques for leading with the chest
- How to avoid using arms and shoulders
- Tips for maintaining connection and fluidity
- Practical advice for improving your lead
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0:00 Introduction
0:18 Purpose: Improving ochos for leaders
0:31 Common mistake 1: Leading with the arms
1:02 Common mistake 2: Leading with the shoulders
1:46 Common mistake 3: Not leading the full step
2:18 Correct technique: Leading from the chest
2:49 Importance of intention in the lead
3:19 Benefits for the follower
3:31 Recap and key points for leaders
3:57 Preview of the next video for followers
4:11 Closing remarks and encouragement
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[@GT-vs2fm]

Great video! Every beginner should watch it! Thank you guys.

[@michaelwarfield158]

Hello there Pablo n Anne. Thank u Pablo for pointing out the correct movement. U guys r Talented Tango dancers.

[@margap.7077]

It's very great to see your vídeos because every time i take New tips very interesting for my dancing.
Muchas gracias.

[@ahmadmonieb4442]

I am wondering !!!!
Why u are not using a tango embrace insted of holding arms ??????

[@preshjohnson]

Nice video. It'd be great if you two would model the correct way to do the ocho (or whatever step you're teaching) at the beginning and end of the video so students have a clear idea of how to execute it correctly. The focus on mistakes without proper modeling can sometimes befuddle students even more.

[@nubbyrose87]

Presh J. I agree. Show up what you’re going to teach. Then demo again at the end. ❤️

[@adelaidehulahoopers9286]

Hasnt happened yet...

[@carlosa.avalle528]

I agree. How about leading by example!

[@ritabarker6802]

I agree. Not enough focus on showing what we are aiming for.

[@kennethspeed2019]

I enjoy your videos. The last thing I'd claim to be is a tango instructor but I have to tell you I'm leading back ochos from my hips moreso than my chest. I do think more time demonstrating the right way would have been useful.

[@orlanino]

It would be wonderfull if you could a similar lesson for forward ochos.

[@svaleal]

Great tips for leading the backward ochos from chest centre. I suppose the forward ochos must be led in the same way?

[@TangoSpace]

👋Tango Dancer
Not sure how to dance confidently in crowded milonga?
Need help adapting the steps you learn in classes to small places?
Watch this FREE mini-course from Pablo & Anne and learn the 10 easy steps that will make dancing tango in crowded milongas easy: bit.ly/3JosuQl