Event Series:
Tango Lab
Tango-Lab : Dancing focused on Musicality/Partnership
February 12, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm EST
$30
Join us Thursday nights for ‘Tango-Lab,’ a unique dance forum tailored for Mid-stage tango dancers and milongueros. This lab is Dance focused (musicality, Rythym, fluid, partnership) and offers an in-depth exploration of various aspects of the dance. We take practical patterns, and focus on shared roles, partnership and musicality.
‘Tango Lab’ provides a nurturing space to deepen your understanding, refine your skills, and foster connections within the tango community.
Techniques for Tight turning :
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Rotations for Tight Corners (Right ‘With/Con’). Using Tight ocho’s to get out of danger.
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Rotations for Tight Corners (Left ‘With/Con’).Using Tight ocho’s to get out of danger (The harder one)
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Sacadas for Tight Turns (About Face, and Corners ‘Against/Contra’)
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Sacadas for Tight Turns (Inside with Gancho for Corners ‘Against/Contra’)
Effective Boleos in Tight Spaces
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Rotations for Tight Corners (Right ‘With/Con’). Using Tight ocho’s to get out of danger.
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Rotations for Tight Corners (Left ‘With/Con’).Using Tight ocho’s to get out of danger (The harder one)
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Sacadas for Tight Turns (About Face, and Corners ‘Against/Contra’)
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Sacadas for Tight Turns (Inside with Gancho for Corners ‘Against/Contra’)
Topics will likely include a deviate as need session of the following topics.
- “Gaining real Rhythm “: Overcoming challenges in finding and feeling the rhythm in Tango.
- “Feeling the Beat: Tango vs Milonga vs Waltz”: Understanding and distinguishing the unique rhythms of these dance styles.
- “Navigating the Lead and Follow Dynamics”: Addressing common 101 challenges and strategies in leading and following.
- “The Basic of the Orchestra” : Di Sarli, D’arienzo, and Pugliese.
- “Unlocking Musicality in Dance”: Techniques to interpret and express music in Tango. Getting whats in your head to the partnership.
- “The Art of Dancing with Strangers”: Tips and experiences on adapting to new dance partners of all levels
- “Maintaining Flow on the Dance Floor”: Strategies for smooth navigation and etiquette in crowded dance spaces.
- “Variety vs. Complexity: Keeping Your Partner Engaged with Limited Moves”: Focusing on connection and musicality over a vast repertoire of moves.
THURSDAYS 7:30 – 9pm + Practica
✅ – 50 parking spots available.
✅ – 2 min walk from Oak Grove T stop.
$30/class
✍️ REGISTER HERE: https://UltimateTango.as.me/tango-laboratory