CADENAS

CADENAS

Gordian knot of Cadena

In translation, Cadena means a chain. And just like rings in a chain loop into each other, the name Cadena is assigned to any step that can be repeated by looping and not by finite beginnings and ends, as the regular sequence does.

Sometimes Cadenas are confused with alteratio,n and sometimes with a change of fronts. We will explain why.

Spatial awareness

Cadenas will let you fly around the floor, get you out of a tight situation in the crowded Milonga, or present yourself on the not-so-crowded dance floor when there are not that many couples, and there is space to shine.

Cadenas are relatively tricky to understand, but once you understand the concept and master the technique, they are really handy to use.