ARGENTINE TANGO WORKSHOP w/GEORGE & JAIRELBHI FURLONG by DURANGO TANGO

Name: ARGENTINE TANGO WORKSHOP w/GEORGE & JAIRELBHI FURLONG by DURANGO TANGO
Start: 2025-09-11T18:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-09-15T21:00:00-06:00
Location: Groove U

Schedule

Thu, 11 Sep, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Mon, 15 Sep, 2025 at 09:00 pm

UTC-06:00

Location

Groove U | Durango, CO

SEPTEMBER 2025 DURANGO TANGO WORKSHOP w/GEORGE & JAIRELBHI FURLONG SEPTEMBER 11th through 15thArgentine Tango Workshop with Special Guest Instructors George & Jairelbhi Furlong
Durango Tango is proud to welcome George and Jairelbhi Furlong, founders of Evolution Tango, from Dallas, TX! I have often used their on-line videos for inspiration when teaching our classes. Having the opportunity to meet them and spend time with them at my (3) most recent festivals (they were there teaching at national events that attract the highest caliber instructors), was the perfect introduction and segue to invite them here to Durango. The Furlong's have a special way of teaching that seems to simplify the instruction and offer the targeted tips that are key elements to the successful accomplishment of the intended movement. I am thrilled that they have accepted our invitation, and excited for them to bring their simple and concise teaching stye to Durango!! George and Jairelbhi will offer group workshop lessons, and will also be available to offer private lessons during their stay (by appointment, contact Jason) . Combining the individual attention of private lessons, and group lessons is a fantastic way to advance your tango!! Scroll down for the schedule, more info, and to REGISTER NOW!!
**See below for George's and Jairelbhi's bios.**
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• No partner needed. MATERIAL WILL BE TAUGHT TO ALL LEVELS!
• Material is non-theoretical; we will be moving and dancing 90% of the time.
• No musical knowledge necessary. We will be using everyday language that anyone can understand.
**Should I take this class?** See below for recommendations and suggestions on which classes are right for you.

Thursday 9/11
PAUSES & EMBELLISHMENTS: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Exploration of embellishments (JUST WHAT THE LADIES HAVE BEEN ASKING FOR!). When do we offer them, what do we offer, and helping leaders find opportunities for the ladies to shine! The lesson will be from 6:00p to 7:15p, and the studio will be open for guided practica until 8p.

Friday 9/12
FROM THE STANDING LEG: 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm
Exploration of the concept that all movement comes from the standing leg (creating clarity of communication and movement for both lead and follow), and how to relax the free leg.

Saturday 9/13
BOLEOS -FRONT, BACK, & CONTRA : 10:00 am - 11:15 am
Exploration of boleo technique for lead and follow. Give your dance spice and punctuation!

BREAK: 11:15 am - 1:00 pm

SACADAS: 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Exploration of sacadas within the molinete.

MILONGA 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Join us for a social dance to enjoy tango!!
(location is TBD and ending time is subject to change)

Sunday 9/14
SACADA INTO CONTRA BACK BELEO: 10:00 am - 11:15 am
Combining and building upon two of the previous lessons, and integrating into your tango vocabulary.

BREAK 11:15 am - 1:00 pm
TRES OCHOS: 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm
Fun sequence for use on the dance floor.
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PRIVATE LESSONS:
Private lessons are an excellent way to advance your tango (combining group and private is probably the best way). I highly recommend private lessons to all students. They meet you right where you are at, and the one-on-one instruction is tailored to your specific needs and goals. Privates can be taken by individuals, or couples. George and Jairelbhi will be available for private lesson by appointment beginning Friday the 12th, through Monday the 15th. Please feel free to contact me for more info, and if you would like guidance on what to work on in your private.
$120/hr single instructor, $150 for the instructor pair.
FOR MORE INFO OR TO SCHEDULE A PRIVATE LESSON:
Jason Chapman
(970) 749-5606, or [email protected]

Please make all payments to Jason (for classes and privates). See below for the Venmo link for payment.

**SHOULD I TAKE THIS CLASS?**
All classes can have value for all students of tango. This workshop is not for those without tango any experience or foundation. Participants must have knowledge of basic movements (walk, back and forward ochos, the cross). Remember, tango is a personal journey. One rarely masters a technique in one lesson, but more often unlocks the keys to begin to master the movement over time . How much a student advances their dance (in any particular class) depends on the individual, and how much experience/foundation they bring to that class. Based on my opinion, and my knowledge of where our groups are, I have chosen each lesson to try to meet the needs of the majority of students in our community. My recommendation is to take advantage of the George and Jairelbhi's time in Durango. The best value is to register for the Full Weekend Pass. This allows you the freedom to take any class that interests you (at a discounted rate over A' la cart), and opens the door to get the most out of the opportunity that George and Jairelbhi bring to Durango. Combine group lessons and private lessons to really advance your tango!!! Feel free to contact me if you feel you need a more specific recommendation, or want further questions addressed before making your choice.

• About George and Jairelbhi
Born to an Argentinean family, Tango was a presence in George’s life since his early childhood. Thanks to a highly musical family, he started his musical training at age 10 and continued through high school and college.
A native of Caracas, Venezuela, Jairelbhi began her dance training at age 9, joining Las Voces Blancas, one of the top dance schools for children in the country. Because of her graceful movements and perseverance, she became part of the school’s dance troupe, making television performances and traveling frequently.
Recognized for their musicality, George and Jairelbhi Furlong have performed and taught in cities throughout the United States,Canada, Mexico, Central America, China, and Russia, as well as in Buenos Aires (Argentina), and are seen as one of the most promising Argentine tango couple of their generation.
They have performed with the Fort Worth Symphony, Dallas Symphony, San Francisco Symphony, Lisandro Adrover’s Quinteto,Opus Cuatro, and with bandeonists Horacio Romo and Daniel Binelli. They toured the USA in 2007 as part of the cast of ‘Tango Buenos’, and Mexico in 2008 with the Hugo Patyn Dance Company.
From 2011-2016, they were part of the cast of "This is Tango Now" created by Fernanda Ghi and Guillermo Merlo. They traveled throughtout the USA and toured China with Fernanda and Guillermo's "Identidad" and “Carmen de Buenos Aires.” They also have performed in shows such as "Maria de Buenos Aires" with San Antonio Opera.
Often invited to be part of the most renowned Tango festivals in the United States, George and Jairelbhi created ‘Evolutiontango’ in 2005, a dance group based in Dallas, Texas, and have produced, directed, and choreographed ‘Tango: Now and Then,’ ‘EvolutionTango,’ and 'Shades of Tango' among several other shows.

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