classes
AT TANGO NORTHSIDE we offer classes for all dancers, from novice to advanced. We deeply value the art and culture of Argentine Tango, and strive to help our students develop the skills necessary to access the benefits of this rich and rewarding social dance. Lessons are progressive with an emphasis on strong fundamental principles.
Descriptions and registration info for all classes are provided below. Schedules and any updates will be posted here, on our calendar, on social media, and via email. GO HERE to learn about private lessons. GO HERE to request more information or to join our mailing list.
FREE One-night Sample Class
MONDAY MAY 5
7:30-8:45pm
instructors: Tango Northside teaching team
Give tango a try!! This one-time class will introduce you to the basic movements and concepts of Argentine tango as a social dance. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring thick socks to dance in!
No partner or prior dance experience needed! We welcome anyone with an interest to learn! However, these classes can fill up, so advance registration is required to save your spot!
Foundations A: Intro to Argentine Tango
TUESDAYS: MAR 11 - APR 22
MONDAYS: MAY 12 - JUN 30
(no class May 26)
7:30-8:45pm
$100/person for 6-week series
instructors: Tango Northside teaching team
​​Especially for students new to tango — no prior dance experience is necessary! In this class, we will introduce new dancers to the essential basics: the tango embrace, traditional tango music, foundational figures, and the basics of navigating a social dance floor. This is also a great class for any dancer who wants to refresh their basics or learn a different role. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring thick socks to dance in!
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Partners are not required, but it's great if you bring one! Students without a partner will be paired with another dancer, possibly of the same gender, and if so will learn how to both lead and to follow. ​Advance registration and payment is required to join this class.
Tango Foundations B
WEDNESDAYS: APR 2-30
7:30pm - 8:45pm
$60/person per month
instructors: Brandon & Nikki
For students who have graduated from Foundations A or are at a similar place in their development. In this class, we will introduce dancers to double-time rhythm and to a set of foundational figures we call The Sweet Five. Developed at Tango Northside, this set of enjoyable, challenging, simple figures will enable dancers to have a successful and satisfying tango experience while building their dance skills. We will pair these figures with the rhythmical orchestras of Argentine Tango.
No partner needed. Students without a partner will be paired
with another dancer.
To join this class: If you are not already a student at Tango
Northside, please contact Michael.
Tango Foundations C
THURSDAYS
7:00pm - 8:15pm
$60/person per month
instructors: Michael and Julie
For students who have completed Foundations B or are at a similar place in their development as dancers. In this class, we will introduce dancers to the crossed foot system, the back ocho, and the half-turn to both sides. These elements make up a series of figures we call The Elegant Eight, which compose the foundation of the crossed foot dance, and which we will pair with the slower, more melodic orchestras of Argentine Tango.
No partner needed. Students without a partner will be paired
with another dancer
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To join this class: If you are not already a student at Tango
Northside, please contact Michael.​
Tango Post-Grad
THURSDAYS
8:15pm - 9:30pm
$60/person per month
instructors: Michael and Julie
For students who have graduated from Tango Northside Foundations series or have similar experience.
In this class we will build on what we have developed in the foundations classes as we refine our movement, technique, and lead and follow communication with the goal of our dance becoming more musical, subtle, and technically advanced. We will also explore the array of singular steps and ornamental techniques in tango.
There is so much more to learn and develop!
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To join this class: If you are not already a student at Tango
Northside, please contact Michael.​