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.
Summer 2025 Drop-in Intro Classes
EVERY TUESDAY: JULY 1 - AUG 26
7:30-8:45pm
$15/person
instructors: Tango Northside teaching team
payment at the door: cash, check, or venmo
Give tango a try!! We're making it easy this summer with these weekly DROP-IN classes. Take just one class or as many you like — just come on over! Each week, we will introduce students to basic movements and concepts of Argentine tango as a social dance. No partner or prior dance experience needed! We welcome anyone with an interest to learn!
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PLEASE NOTE: No street shoes are allowed in the studio; please bring socks to dance in and wear comfortable, breathable clothes!
Ongoing Foundations A & B
EVERY TUESDAY: JULY 1 - AUG 26
7:45-9:00pm
$15/person drop-in
instructors: Tango Northside teaching team
For current students in Foundations A & B: ​During the months of July and August on Tuesday nights Tango Northside's teaching team will teach patterns and offer technical guidance to students with experience at the level of Foundation A & B. We will help refine your embrace, your walk, and the cross. We will teach all manner of parallel foot patterns with changes in tempo including those that turn the dance such as the figures of the sweet five.
Milonga for Foundations C & Post-Grad
THURSDAYS: JULY 3 - 31
7:30pm - 8:45pm
$15/person drop-in
instructors: Michael and Julie
For current students in Founcations C & Post Grads: During the month of July, our Thursday class is all about milonga. Milonga is older than tango and has its roots in the folk music and dances from the countryside combined with African rhythms. We will dance the basic patterns of milonga integrating traspie and milonga lise movements to many of the most popular songs.
Vals for Foundations C & Post-Grad
THURSDAYS: AUG 7 - 28
7:30pm - 8:45pm
$15/person drop-in
instructors: Michael and Julie
For current students in Founcations C & Post Grads: During the month of August, our Thursday class is all about vals. More details on the way.