Boleo is activated by reversing a pivot, causing the dancer’s leg to swing out and return, similar to whipping motion. The Axis of the Follower is extremely important. Since one leg is flying, the standing one shall be firmly on the ground with no balance issues. Depending on musical interpretation and the specific effect we...

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Of the three tango genres, Milonga seems to be the easiest when in fact is the most difficult one. The speed of the music, lack of understanding of Milonga Rhythm (1 - - 4 5 - 7 or 1 - - 4 1 - 3), mismatch of double time and traspie, and the misinterpretation of...

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Sacada means displacement Back sacadas require all the tango technique normally necessary to perform regular displacement plus a good understanding of torsions, pivots, timing, and movement delay. Torsions, pivots, over-pivoting We will work on torsions, pivots, over pivoting (without disturbing your partner axis and losing connection and balance), ability to walk while in overturned position,...

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Main focus:giros in parallel and cross systems * Separation/isolation of movement in the upper and lower body. *Continuity of rotation and torsion in the lead and follow. *Basic giro to the left and to the right in parallel and cross system from the back cross. *Principles of parallel and cross-system while turning. The classes are...

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IN-PERSON BEGINNER ARGENTINE TANGO8 weeks course | Each class is 90-min Learning Argentine Tango has a couple of phases, and the Beginner course is one of the most crucial components! In the Beginner course, you will learn all Argentine Tango essentials - a famous tango walk/caminata, baldoza, and 8-count basic to the cross. You will...

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A challenge We can be happy once we speak conversational Tango, or we can yearn for more. If Tango is like language - there surely there must be more! And it is! Tango never stops. And that’s the beauty of it. There is always more. And as we become more and more comfortable with the...

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Every Sunday afternoon, normally from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Admission: $10 - Students $5 Our Current COVID Restrictions: What we request (via the honor system) is that attendees have any of: Being fully vaccinated against Covid A recent negative Covid test A lab test of elevated antibodies due to a previous infection We are not...

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This pre-intermediate Argentine Tango course focuses on Tango musicality. We will discuss time, double time, and half time from the dancer's perspective. Learn how to introduce the pauses and how to play with the phrasing. We will explain and practice hands-on (or rather feet-on) how to count the Tango music, tango choreography and Tango steps....

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Tangueros, Laura Grandi will be teaching the pre-practica class and making sure she is there at all times to answer your questions during our 'guided practica' >> What will you be able to see when you come to Practilonga Caminito? >> In each class we will take a fundamental of tango (those movements that you...

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NEW BEGINNER SERIES - come dance with us! Mondays, September 9 - November 4 (No class October 14, Indigenous Peoples Day.) 7:00 - 8:00 pm Sliding Scale: $80 - $150 No partner or experience necessary Pre-registration helps us plan: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdngpFoHXD9aB7AvJclbngZG1yZFNyHNQ3vHVU46R2R-P8Iag/viewform All Classes at: MOTA 11 Bow St Somerville (directly above Bloc 11 Cafe)

All Levels class with Hsueh-tze Lee at MOTA, 11 Bow St, Somerville (across from Dance Union, above Bloc Café)

Learn a new, short, easy-to-remember sequence every week. That’s 52 sequences a year. Your vocabulary will be enriched, and your partners – super impressed. Open levelOpen-level class means anyone above the Beginner level can attend. However, the class is not catered towards the ‘easy’ though it is meant to be for everyone. You will be...

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 Once you enter the world of tango, it changes you forever. It will also empower you with the ability to dance and make friends anywhere in the world as you master your Tango language. Everyone starts somewhere, and our beginner tango lessons are the perfect way to get into this exciting dance. Showing up is...

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Every Tuesday from 7:30-10:30pm you will be joining a group of Tangueros that practice with each other and help each other progress. This practica is guided by Maestro Guillermo Merlo, Highlights: - A weekly guided práctica (every Monday) - Support provided for developing your technique and executing figures - Emphasis on musicality - Práctica changes...

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Once you have the basics of Argentine Tango down, it’s time to work on developing your skills. Our tango practice sessions do just that. Practica Chiquita is guided, which means there are instructors present who will advise you on what to practice and how to practice. Although the Tango Codigos are respected, it is also...

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Once you have the basics of Argentine Tango down, it’s time to work on developing your skills. Our tango practice sessions do just that. Practica Chiquita is guided, which means there are instructors present who will advise you on what to practice and how to practice. Although the Tango Codigos are respected, it is also...

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The Tango Society of Boston sponsors Mid-week Tango Dance breaks every Wednesday -- Boston's largest informal Milonga (Tango social dance) and Tango lessons. Features a lesson in Argentine Tango for Beginning to intermediate dancers (and open to newcomers). No prior experience or partner required. Schedule 7:00-8:00: Beginners Tango with Guillermo Merlo. This class is for...

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WELCOME FEBRUARY--THE MONTH OF LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP!! The Tango Society of Boston sponsors Mid-week Tango Dance breaks every Wednesday — Boston’s largest informal Milonga (Tango social dance) and Tango lessons. Features a lesson in Argentine Tango for Beginning to intermediate dancers (and open to newcomers). No prior experience or partner required. Schedule 7:00-8:00: Beginners Tango...

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Boston's largest informal Milonga

Schedule: Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30pm Instructor: Mia Dalglish Prerequisite // Registration: No prior experience necessary No partner needed Register by Series or Drop-in Current Series: SEPT 5, 12, 19, 26 Full Series price: $80 Drop in (on THUR 9/5 ONLY): $22 per class session *Registration for Full Class Series also includes: Free attendance to the...

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Argentine Tango Practica takes place in Lexington once or twice a month (Thursday or Friday) from 6:30pm to 8:30pm. The address is Lexington Community center, 39 Marrett Rd, Lexington, MA 02421. The price is $6 for drop-in and free for the members of the Community center. To pay the fee please create an account at...

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Schedule: Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30pm Instructor: Mia Dalglish Prerequisite // Registration: No prior experience necessary  No partner needed Drop-ins only permitted on first class of the series Current Series:  CLASSES RESUME IN SEPT  (Thursdays 5, 12, 19, 26) ​Full Series price: $80 Drop in (first session of the series only): $22 per class session *Registration for Full Class Series also...

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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...

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Once you enter the world of tango, it changes you forever. It will also empower you with the ability to dance and make friends anywhere in the world as you master your Tango language. Everyone starts somewhere, and our beginner tango lessons are the perfect way to get into this exciting dance. Showing up is...

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Once you have the basics of Argentine Tango down, it’s time to work on developing your skills. Our tango practice sessions do just that. Oak Grove Practica is guided, which means there are instructors present who will advise you on what to practice and how to practice.  Although the Tango Codigos are respected, it is...

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Vida Mia Milonga is a very popular milonga in the Boston area, hosted every 4th Friday of the month by Simonida Cekovic-Vuletic, TangoAffair Join us for the late autumn edition of Vida Mia, featuring special guest teacher and DJ Marcelo Gutierrez! Indulge in a night of dancing to Marcelo’s expertly curated tandas, warm embraces, and...

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Special pre-milonga workshop by Simonida Cekovic-Vuletic and Svetislav Vuletic, TangoAffair A workshop is held every 4th Friday of the month, 7:30pm - 8:30pm, followed by Vida Mia Milonga FRIDAY, Nov 22: GUEST TEACHER AND DJ MARCELO GUTIERREZ Join us for the late autumn edition of Vida Mia, featuring special guest teacher and DJ Marcelo Gutierrez!...

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Do you tango? Tango Sueño Academy returns to Hartford area, at the Fred Astaire West Hartford starting April. Join us for weekly Saturday tango! - 11:30 - 12:30 am: Essentials for all - 12:30 - 1:30 pm: Intermediate tango privates by appointment $25 one hour, $40 both (with monthly registration), IN APRIL ONLY: first hour...

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chedule: Saturdays 1:30 - 2:45pm Instructor: Mia Dalglish Registration: Pre-registration required Register by series (no drop-ins) No partner needed Current Series:  SEPT  7, 14, 21, 28 Full Series price*: $100 ($25 per class session) Series with one pre-arranged absence: $90 (30 per class session) 

Join us for a late afternoon / early evening milonga!

For the past 24 years, The Tango Society of Boston has been presenting "Late Night" on the 4th Saturday of the month and we are excited to finally bring it back. SATURDAY – “LATE NIGHT MILONGA CAMBALACHE” 9:00pm-1:00am DJ: Guest DJ every month It is best to check our website at www.bostontango.org because there are...

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