Beginning tango dance class with Luz Castineiras

In this class, we get moving right away with tango technique exercises. Then, we partner up to learn simple, elegant figures for social dancing. Luz is a great teacher who is equally awesome at leading and following. She creates a fun, friendly atmosphere and makes everyone welcome. This class is open to total beginners and to anyone who wants to work on their tango fundamentals. We encourage you to switch partners during the class, but you can also choose to stay with the same person.

These classes are taught as “leaders” and “followers” and are inclusive to queer, trans, and non-binary people. Role-switching is welcome.

7:00-8:00 pm beginner class
8:00-8:30 pm practica
We encourage everyone to stay, dance, and ask questions during the practica. Drinks are available across the hall at Morgan's Bar and Lounge, open until 9:00 pm. All ages are welcome in the dance class.

$20 general admission, single class
$15 for students with ID, single class
La Bruja Tango holds tango classes every Wednesday at the Berkeley City Club. Luz's class is Wednesdays, June 19th through July 10th. Starting Wednesday, July 17th, Diego Lanau and Alejandra Saravia will be teaching. If you are more experienced, try the intermediate classes at 8:30 pm on the same dates.

Luz Castineiras was born and raised in Buenos Aires and brings a unique perspective to tango. She spent five years researching tango as a therapy tool to improve social-emotional and cognitive skills in palliative care settings.​ Luz studied contemporary dance and music therapy in addition to tango. She began dancing tango at Studio Dinzel in Buenos Aires, where she was able to integrate these two disciplines. In 2011, she moved to the Bay Area and began teaching tango with various partners at la Pista SF, Studio 1924, and Alma del Tango Studio. Luz is a heart-and-soul tango dancer, and her dance communicates her strength and knowledge of music.​ In her classes, students are encouraged to explore tango and dance techniques, connection and musicality. She creates a friendly, inviting atmosphere for learning and always looks for active feedback from students.

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