Tango Lessons

A tango lesson is like stepping into a dance studio and immersing yourself in the passionate and elegant world of Argentine tango. Here’s what you can expect:

1. Warm Welcome: As you enter the dance studio, you’ll likely be greeted warmly by your instructor and fellow dancers. Tango has a welcoming community, and beginners are often embraced with open arms.
2. Introduction to Tango: The lesson typically starts with a brief introduction to the history and essence of tango. You might learn about the origins of the dance, its cultural significance, and the basic elements that define tango music and movement.
3. Basic Steps: The instructor will then guide you through the basic steps of tango, breaking down each movement into manageable parts. You’ll learn how to embrace your partner in the traditional tango hold and master fundamental steps like the “caminata” (walking), “ochos” (figure eights), and “giros” (turns).
4. Connection with Your Partner: Tango is known for its intense connection between partners, both physically and emotionally. You’ll learn how to maintain a strong frame, communicate with your partner through subtle cues, and move together in harmony with the music.
5. Technique and Styling: As you become more comfortable with the basic steps, the instructor may introduce techniques to enhance your dancing, such as proper posture, footwork, and styling. You’ll learn how to add flair and expression to your movements while maintaining the elegance and grace of tango.
6. Musicality and Interpretation: Tango is as much about interpreting the music as it is about executing the steps. You’ll learn how to listen to the nuances of tango music, understand its rhythms and phrasing, and express yourself through your movements in sync with the music.
7. Practice and Feedback: Throughout the lesson, you’ll have opportunities to practice the steps with different partners and receive feedback from the instructor. Tango is a social dance, and learning to adapt to different partners’ styles and abilities is an important part of the learning process.
8. Fun and Enjoyment: Above all, a tango lesson is a chance to have fun, express yourself creatively, and connect with others through the universal language of dance. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, there’s always something new to discover and enjoy in the world of tango.

Payment info for booking this activity

The $1 fee is exclusively for administrative purposes. In this way, the Paloma Spanish activities team will manage and formalize the reservation of this activity for the student. Upon arrival in Buenos Aires, the student may pay for the activity directly with the service provider.