What we’re about
What is tango?
Argentine tango is an improvised social dance that emerged in Buenos Aires and Montevideo at the turn of the 20th century. Often hailed as sensual, passionate, dramatic and dangerous, the true beauty of Argentine tango lies in its accessibility. In essence little more than walking in someone else’s arms, the dance offers something for practitioners of all ages and physical abilities. Indeed, tango communities the world over are notable for their intergenerational character. At the same time, the practice of tango affords infinite room for growth, complexity and refinement. Utterly simple and endlessly challenging, Argentine tango is a social activity that can be a lifelong one.
What is the purpose of this meetup?
We gather information about opportunities to learn and dance tango in the Philadelphia area. From free beginner trial classes to a once-yearly four-day tango festival, we offer opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to learn and enjoy tango.
(Thanks to anthropologist Carolyn Merritt for the great description of tango included above.)
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Beginner Tango Classes & Social Dance: Start any week! No partner required!Philadelphia Argentine Tango School, Philadelphia, PA$25.00
A fun and friendly beginner tango class. New beginners are welcome every week. No partner required!
Everyone learns both roles (leading and following) in a supportive environment.
Students are invited to stay for a social dance, the Palermo Fishtown Milonga, which starts right after the class. The milonga is free for those who take the class, except on live music nights.
8-9 pm: Beginner Tango Class
9 pm-midnight: Palermo Fishtown Milonga (an all-levels Argentine tango social dance)Cost:
Drop-in: $25
5-class card: $110
10-class card: $200The class is free for students ages 30 and under. Just bring an ID to prove your age and sign up at the door, if you qualify for free entrance.
Please bring smooth-soled shoes to change into in the studio (i.e. shoes that allow you to pivot easily). If you don’t have anything that fits the bill, don’t worry! Dancing in socks works great! Or you can buy dance socks to put over any shoes.
- Beginner Tango Classes & Social Dance: Start any week! No partner required!Philadelphia Argentine Tango School, Philadelphia, PA$25.00
A fun and friendly beginner tango class. New beginners are welcome every week. No partner required!
Everyone learns both roles (leading and following) in a supportive environment.
Students are invited to stay for a social dance, the Palermo Fishtown Milonga, which starts right after the class. The milonga is free for those who take the class, except on live music nights.
8-9 pm: Beginner Tango Class
9 pm-midnight: Palermo Fishtown Milonga (an all-levels Argentine tango social dance)Cost:
Drop-in: $25
5-class card: $110
10-class card: $200The class is free for students ages 30 and under. Just bring an ID to prove your age and sign up at the door, if you qualify for free entrance.
Please bring smooth-soled shoes to change into in the studio (i.e. shoes that allow you to pivot easily). If you don’t have anything that fits the bill, don’t worry! Dancing in socks works great! Or you can buy dance socks to put over any shoes.
- Beginner Tango Classes & Social Dance: Start any week! No partner required!Philadelphia Argentine Tango School, Philadelphia, PA$25.00
A fun and friendly beginner tango class. New beginners are welcome every week. No partner required!
Everyone learns both roles (leading and following) in a supportive environment.
Students are invited to stay for a social dance, the Palermo Fishtown Milonga, which starts right after the class. The milonga is free for those who take the class, except on live music nights.
8-9 pm: Beginner Tango Class
9 pm-midnight: Palermo Fishtown Milonga (an all-levels Argentine tango social dance)Cost:
Drop-in: $25
5-class card: $110
10-class card: $200The class is free for students ages 30 and under. Just bring an ID to prove your age and sign up at the door, if you qualify for free entrance.
Please bring smooth-soled shoes to change into in the studio (i.e. shoes that allow you to pivot easily). If you don’t have anything that fits the bill, don’t worry! Dancing in socks works great! Or you can buy dance socks to put over any shoes.
- Beginner Tango Classes & Social Dance: Start any week! No partner required!Philadelphia Argentine Tango School, Philadelphia, PA$25.00
A fun and friendly beginner tango class. New beginners are welcome every week. No partner required!
Everyone learns both roles (leading and following) in a supportive environment.
Students are invited to stay for a social dance, the Palermo Fishtown Milonga, which starts right after the class. The milonga is free for those who take the class, except on live music nights.
8-9 pm: Beginner Tango Class
9 pm-midnight: Palermo Fishtown Milonga (an all-levels Argentine tango social dance)Cost:
Drop-in: $25
5-class card: $110
10-class card: $200The class is free for students ages 30 and under. Just bring an ID to prove your age and sign up at the door, if you qualify for free entrance.
Please bring smooth-soled shoes to change into in the studio (i.e. shoes that allow you to pivot easily). If you don’t have anything that fits the bill, don’t worry! Dancing in socks works great! Or you can buy dance socks to put over any shoes.
