
What we’re about
This group is for anyone who wants to dance Argentine tango in the San Francisco Bay Area! Everyone is welcome, from first-timers to experienced dancers. We host tango dance classes on Wednesday evenings followed by a practica. This is a queer-friendly event where all genders are encouraged to lead and follow. Masks are optional. Come on out for tango in the East Bay!
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See all- Tango dance classes with Elly Fernandez (beginning and intermediate)Berkeley City Club, Berkeley, CA$25.00
Elly Fernandez teaches tango in Berkeley, Wednesdays, Oct. 15th, 22nd, and 29th! Elly is a full-time tango teacher, currently on tour, who brings to the class her love of community-building and creativity in the dance. Join us for the beginner class, intermediate class, or both!
These classes are taught using the terms “leaders” and “followers,” and are inclusive to queer, trans, and non-binary people. No partner necessary.
6:45-7:00 pm: check-in
7:00-8:00 pm beginning tango
8:00-8:30 pm practica
8:30-9:30 pm intermediate tango
9:30-10:00 pm practicaThe practicas are included with the classes. Stay, dance, and ask questions! Beginners are welcome to watch the intermediate class. If you decide to participate in both the beginner and intermediate class, please pay for both levels ($40).
We encourage everyone to sign up for all three dates in the series. Drop-ins are also welcome on any date.
$60 general admission (three classes, beg. or int)
$25 general admission (single class, beg. or int)
$15 student with ID (single class, beg. or int)
We accept cash and venmo at the door.Tickets are also available on eventbrite:
Beginner: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1668921411869
Intermediate: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1669768054199In order to join the intermediate class, we recommend that you have been dancing tango regularly for three months (12 dance classes).
Event organized by Lindsey Newbold. La Bruja holds tango classes at the Berkeley City Club almost every Wednesday. There is no class on Wednesday, Oct. 8th.