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DescriptionJoin us for our third annual BASH Tango Weekend Retreat with two practicas, two milongas, a beginners tango workshop, a tango film, live music, guided walks, tai chi, yoga and more all in the beautiful environs of Buenos Aires in the Southern Highlands (Bundanoon, NSW).
The BASH Tango Retreat is co-presented by Tango Synergy Sydney and the Tango Social Club of Canberra. It's a great weekend for dancing with your favourite dancers as well as making new tanguero amigos (and tanguera amigas) from across the borders. Last year people from Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Bowral, Auckland and Canberra attended - we expect nothing less this year!
One of the attractions of Bundanoon as a destination is that it's a very small town so it's a great place to get to know other tangueros/as both on and off the dance floor - over coffee in one of the local cafes, at after-milonga parties by the fireside or with impromptu dances in the kitchen at breakfast-time ....
Your personal BASH mission..... ... should you choose to accept it, is to dance with at least 5 people you've never danced with before. With over 100 dancers from all over Australia in one small town and over 12 solid hours of dance time the opportunities have never been better. This is your chance to discover a beautiful new tango romance (at least on the dance floor), experience how people from 'across the border' dance or just get to know someone new. And if you need any more incentive - there will be a prize for the first person to dance one full tanda each with 30 people of the opposite persuasion (leader/follower)!
For those of you who like statistics, 12 hours represents approximately 60 tandas (of 12 minutes each) and as there will be approximately 120* people at BASH, you could dance at least one tanda with everyone there! So, be adventurous, ask someone new for a dance - and followers, that applies to you as well!
* Remember, only about half those 120 people will be leaders, the other half followers. UPDATED PROGRAM (as of 5 Nov 2009)
Friday 20 November Tango film 'Tango with a Twist' and milonguita, 8.00pm-11.30pm BYO drinks and snacks
Friday night dinner Grab something en route so you're ready to hit the tango floor when you arrive, or check out the bistro at the Bundanoon Hotel (open till about 9pm). No reservations have been made, but just let the hotel staff know you're with the Tango Group and they'll show you to a dining room and a menu.
Guided walk around Bundanoon, 11.00am-12.00pm Join the locals for a guided walk through the streets of Bundanoon, taking in some historic sites as we go. Meet outside the hall at 10.55am. BYO sensible walking shoes ( it will not be an 'off-road walk' but walking in tango shoes or sandals is not recommended!). Grade: Easy to Moderate (the perfect way to warm up before an afternoon on the dance floor, and a chance to get talking to some other tangueros/as as you walk).
Yoga with Stephanie, 11.00am-12.30pm Those who attended Stefanie's workshop last year will be prepared for a full body yoga workout! This yoga workshop is designed for tango dancers and is suitable for everyone whether you're a yoga guru or have never done yoga before. BYO yoga mat and loose clothes recommended.
Beginners lesson, 1.00-2.00pm
Tai Chi with Callum 10.00-11.00am Improve your balance, relax and limber up for another fine day of tango. PJs are fine, says Callum ... and those sensible shoes might come in handy again too! Tai Chi is scheduled for the main hall, but we might relocate outdoors if we can find a suitable spot - check in at the hall by 10am to find out where we are.
Recovery practica 11.00am-3.00pm
Accommodation Group reservations have been made at the Bundanoon Hotel and the Bundanoon Country Inn Motel. Contact the hotel direct to book your own room and give the code 'Tango Retreat' to ensure your booking is successful. Rooms will not be held after 31 October so make sure you book well ahead of time! Prices range from $40 to $120 (breakfast is additional).
Bundanoon Hotel www.bundanoonhotel.com.au; Ph 02 4883 6005 Bundanoon Country Inn Motel www.countryinn.com.au; Ph 02 4883 6068
Update (17 Nov). Both the Bundanoon Hotel and the Country Inn Motel are fully booked. However, there are also plenty of other places to stay in Bundanoon and the surrounding areas - check them out at www.bundanoon.com.au - Places to Stay.
Weather warning! While temperatures in Bundanoon at this time of year should be quite mild (high teens to early 20s during the day), be prepared for extremes. It could be very hot - or it could be very, very cold with gale force winds and sleet - like we had last year! Pack a jumper or several along with your change of t-shirt. The hall is heated, so standard milonga wear will be fine in the evening, with a coat for when you step outdoors.
Costs Friday, Saturday and Sunday - $50 members, $60 non-members Saturday and Sunday only - $40 members, $50 non-members Saturday night milonga only - $30 members, $40 non-members
Bookings Bookings and payment by Friday 13 November are essential in order to ensure adequate seating and catering. Tickets are limited and may be sold out before the closing date. Email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it for details of how to book and pay online. Update (17 November) Bookings for BASH have now closed with almost 120 registrations being received. VERY limited spaces may however still be available - email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it before Friday 20 November to inquire.
Bundy on tap Bundanoon has taken the exciting initiative of becoming Australia's first bottled water-free town. This means you can no longer buy bottled water in Bundanoon - instead you can pick up a 'Bundy on Tap' reusable sports bottle for about the same price as you'd pay for a single bottle of water, and refill it for free at chilled water stations in the main street. So, get with the flow and help Bundanoon fight the environmental costs of producing bottled water. In addition you get a bonus souvenir to take home with you - you'll have everyone at work wondering what you're drinking out of that 'Bundy on Tap' bottle! For more information, see www.bundyontap.com.au Update (12 November) We are now offering a free Bundy on Tap water bottle to the first 100 people to pre-register for BASH! If you miss out, you can pick up water bottles from any shop in town that sells bottled drinks. Our sponsors BASH is proudly sponsorerd by:
Other local attractions If you 've had enough of tango, or have friends or family who want to do something other than dance, why not:
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Bundanoon Soldiers Memorial Hall is right in the heart of Bundanoon, and just a short walk across the railroad tracks from the Bundanoon Hotel. It is a beautiful art deco building with unpolished hardwood floors, perfect for dancing! All BASH events are held in the Hall.
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