Intro to Tango - from 0 to dancing in 6 weeks

Name: Intro to Tango - from 0 to dancing in 6 weeks
Start: 2026-05-26T18:30:00-07:00
End: 2026-05-26T21:30:00-07:00
Location: Tango Berretin

Schedule

Tue May 26 2026 at 06:30 pm to 09:30 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

Tango Berretin | Portland, OR

Discover the fundamentals of Argentine Tango in this progressive 6-week series designed for beginners and dancers looking to strengthen their foundation. We’ll focus on the essential elements that make tango feel smooth, connected, and musical.
Throughout the course, students will develop:
Confident walking technique and posture
Connection and communication between partners
Lead and follow fundamentals
Giros (turns) with balance and flow
Forward and backward ochos
The ocho cortado and its social dance application
Musicality, timing, and navigation on the dance floor
Each week builds on the previous class, helping dancers gain comfort, control, and confidence in a relaxed and welcoming environment. No partner necessary unless otherwise specified. Perfect for complete beginners or anyone wanting to refine the core mechanics of social tango.