Friendly Pilates & Tango Classes
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Pilates
Pilates is a fantastic system to help your body achieve its highest potential, and for you to feel your very best in life
Tango
A dance that has swept the world off its feet: tango is beautiful, connects people of all walks of life, and invites you to be a part of a vibrant community
About
Get to know the studio and the Dane, people and the story behind, rent the gorgeous space or simply get in touch
Space like no other in London!
A studio that feels like HOME
Setting is half of the magic at Flow and the Dane. The most beautiful space for tango and pilates in London was created to make you feel welcomed, cozy and at ease. Designed to the smallest detail, the studio boasts all the latest equipment and fantastic professional parquet floor
Pilates
Pilates is a way to completely change the feeling of being inside your body, get strong and massively improve your health
Pilates is a highly effective physical fitness and wellbeing system developed by Joseph Pilates in the 20th century. It focuses on the whole-body strength and flexibility, mind-body connection, strong core and good alignment. Pilates can be practiced at all levels, and creates amazing results. It is phenomenal for fixing many issues such as back pains, hip or knee problems, posture and much more.
We teach contemporary comprehensive pilates (Polestar) on a complete equipment set (reformers, barrel, chair & trapeze table) individually, in semi-privates (2-3 people) and in groups on mat.
Animal Flow
Animal Flow is a unique, exciting movement system that explores and challenges the possibilities of our bodies in a cool and fun way.
Animal Flow is ground based movement, made fun, challenging and effective. This system is designed to improve strength, power, flexibility, mobility, and coordination for all levels of fitness enthusiasts.
To read more about Animal Flow, click here.
At Flow and the Dane, you can dive into the world of Animal Flow with our fun individual classes.
Tango
Tango connects us to each other and to ourselves. It is one of the most beautiful things in the world
Tango, a magical dance that is surrounded by mystery and yet is so accessible. There is no one way to dance tango, it is created in the moment between two dancers and the music, and can cause some serious happiness. Many dancers feel that tango is like a magnifying glass on us humans. Tango is honest, addictive and absolutely beautiful.
Study tango with us in groups and in private classes, accessible to all levels!
Milongas and Practicas
Magic awaits... Milongas are a place to get together and enjoy what tango has to offer. It is the social centrepiece of the tango world
Dimmed light, dancers connecting to each other, gliding along the floor to beautiful music. Milongas is where you experience magic happening. It is where you dance instead of speaking, and feel one with the other person. It is where you come to relax and unwind from the outside world. And practica is where you polish your skills to perfection, to shine and dazzle in milongas!
Dance in our milongas and practicas, in a beautiful, intimate setting that reminds you of being in your closest friends' living room. Cozy, comfortable and welcoming, a place to experience true connections!
*Featuring photos of milongas from London and across various tango events in Europe, by Petar Pavlov
Group Classes
Tango groups
Absolute Beginners group class
Tuesdays 8.30 - 10pm
6-week course £75 p.p.
Tango Lab
(Invitation only) Thursdays
1 class £25 p.P.
4 class pack £90 p.P. (save £10)
Technique training
1 class £12 p.P.
4 class pack £40 p.P. (save £8)
Pilates groups
Pilates Mat class
Tuesday and Thursday 12 - 1pm
£10 one class, £85 pack of 10 (save £15)
Bring a friend & pay only £8 each
Milongas and Practicas
Milonga "El Living"
£10 p.P.
Private and Semi-Private Classes
Pilates
Introduction class (45 min) £40 p.P.
1 class £75 p.P.
5 classes £360 p.P. (save £15)
10 classes £690 p.P. (save £60)
20 classes, twice a week pack £1200 p.P. (save £300)
Semi-Privates on pilates equipment for 2-3 people
1 class £90
5 semi-privates pack £432 (save £18)
10 semi-privates pack £840 (save £60)
Tango
1 class £75 p.P.
5 classes £360 p.P. (save £15)
10 classes £690 p.P. (save £60)
20 classes, twice a week pack £1200 p.P. (save £300)
Prices
Studio
At Flow and the Dane, beauty and comfort of the setting is half of the magic! We worked really hard to create a studio that is truly special, inviting and quirky! Located in the heart of Hackney, we benefit from an amazing neighbourhood and inspiring people. We are the first dedicated pilates and tango studio in London, and our goal is to create a space that becomes a second home for anyone who comes to us!
Address:
Flow and the Dane (click to find on Google Maps)
Unit 10, Monohaus, 143 Mare Street
E8 3RH London
Hackney, London Fields
Dane Days
Our studio is named after one very special Dane, so of course she has to be present sometimes! Marble the Great Dane will be around at the studio on special Dane Days (DD), and resting from her important duties on others, so people who are not that much into dogs can come, too! Be sure to check the schedule for "DD" or ask about a Dane Day when you book a class! Don't worry, she is a giant but a very friendly and curious one! And she loves attention.
People
Flow and the Dane is a dream coming true of Oa (Olga) Metzner, a former architect who was swept away by tango many years ago and eventually made the leap to become a professional tango dancer and pilates instructor some years back. Oa is an avid movement enthusiast, studying and practicing all the things tango and fitness. She is a certified Polestar Comprehensive pilates teacher and used pilates to help her improve her performance as well as recover from injuries.She is also deeply involved in psychology and pedagogy. She knows the importance of the emotion of dance and movement, and healthy, mindful sport. You can connect with her on Instagram and Facebook.
Contact
Do you have something you want to talk about, ask a question or reach out for any other reason? We are here and listening! This space is all about you feeling comfortable and happy. So get in touch, we'll be happy to hear from you!
