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.
Foundations A: Intro to Argentine Tango
MONDAYS:
SEPT 14-28* / OCT 5-26 / NOV 2-23 / DEC 7-28
WEDNESDAYS:
SEPT 9-30 / OCT 7-28 / NOV 4-25 / DEC 2-23
7:30-8:45pm
$60/person for 4-week series
*$45/person for 3-week Sept 14-28
instructors: Mondays, Madhur & Celia; Wednesdays, Brandon & Nikki
For those new to tango and newer repeating students — 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!
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
TUESDAYS beginning SEPT 8
7:30pm - 8:45pm
instructors: Michael & Anna Maria
$60/person per month
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.
If you are not already a student at Tango Northside and wish to take this class, please first contact Michael.
Tango Foundations C
THURSDAYS beginning SEPT 3
7:30pm - 8:45pm
instructors: Michael & Julie
$60/person per month
For students who have completed Foundations B or are at a similar place in their development)
Welcome to the deep water of tango! In this class we introduce dancers to the basics of the crossed foot system and what we call the Elegant Eight. a collection of interlocking crossed-foot figures, developed at Tango Northside, that feature back ochos and molinete turns. Classes will also include material beyond the Elegant Eight.
No partner needed. Students without a partner will be paired with another dancer
If you are not already a student at Tango Northside and wish to take this class, please first contact Michael.
Tango Post-Grad
FALL 2026 details TBA
instructors: Michael & 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!
If you are not already a student at Tango Northside and wish to take this class, please first contact Michael.