A fresh September starts here — new courses, a Crash Course & three milongas ✨

Hello everyone ❤️

September begins with plenty happening at Tango Amistoso — a Beginners Crash Course, our regular classes through the week, three weekend milongas, and some very special September workshops just around the corner.

If you’ve been thinking about coming back, trying something new, or introducing someone to Tango, we’d love to see you. 😊

🌱 BEGINNERS CRASH COURSE — SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER

Saturday 5 September – Claremont Project, Angel

1.30pm – 4.30pm – Beginners Crash Course

Price: £35

Know someone who keeps saying they would love to try Tango but never quite gets started? This is a perfect introduction. ❤️

In one focused afternoon we cover the foundations of Tango — connection, walking, communication and dancing together. No previous dance experience is needed and you don’t need to bring a partner.

Full details and booking:

Beginners Classes in London

⭐ OA METZNER — TUESDAY ADVANCED SEMINARS

Tuesday 1 September – Claremont Project, Angel

8.00pm – 9.30pm – Advanced with Oa Metzner

Oa Metzner begins her September Advanced series with us on Tuesday. These sessions are for dancers who want to go deeper into the structure, quality and possibilities of the dance, with guided practice before and after the seminar.

Class details and booking:

Weekly Schedule

🌱 NEW 7-WEEK BEGINNERS COURSES

Thursday 10 September – Claremont Project, Angel

7.00pm – 8.00pm – Beginners 7-Week Course

Wednesday 30 September – Claremont Project, Angel

7.00pm – 8.00pm – Beginners 7-Week Course

Our structured seven-week courses are a great way to start Tango from the beginning and build your foundations week by week. No previous dance experience is needed and you don’t need to bring a partner.

See all upcoming Beginners courses and book here:

Beginners Classes in London

📚 THIS WEEK’S COURSE THEMES

Wednesday — Improvers & Intermediate: Milonga & Vals

Thursday — Improvers & Intermediate: Voleos & Ganchos — final week of the current cycle

Next Thursday, 10 September, a new cycle begins with D’Arienzo and beautiful sequences for Di Sarli.

🎶 THE WEEKEND AT AMISTOSO

FRIDAY 4 SEPTEMBER — MILONGA MAITRĪ

Friday 4 September | 10 Herbal Hill, Farringdon

6.30pm – 7.30pm — Beginners with Winston & Teresa

7.30pm – 9.00pm — Open Level with Winston & Teresa

9.00pm – 12.00am — Milonga Maitrī with Winston

Friday is our big social start to the weekend — classes first, then three hours to dance, catch up and settle into the Maitrī atmosphere.

Book here:

Milonga Maitri

SATURDAY 5 SEPTEMBER — MILONGA AMISTOSA

Saturday 5 September | 10 Herbal Hill, Farringdon

6.45pm – 8.15pm — Advanced Level with Winston & Teresa

8.15pm – 11.30pm — Milonga Amistosa with Teresa

Saturday is for going a little deeper. Start with the Advanced class, then stay for Amistosa and a night centred around connection, musicality and plenty of dancing.

Book here:

Milonga Amistosa

SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER — MILONGA SIMPÁTICA

Sunday 6 September | Claremont Project, Angel

5.00pm – 6.00pm — Beginners with Winston & Teresa

6.00pm – 7.30pm — Tango Unlimited / Open Level with Winston & Teresa

7.30pm – 10.30pm — Milonga Simpática with Winston

Sunday has become our place to play. We explore Tango beyond the usual boundaries in Tango Unlimited and then finish the weekend together at Simpática — relaxed, friendly and full of good energy.

Book here:

Milonga Simpatica

✨ SPECIAL WORKSHOPS COMING UP

12 SEPTEMBER — FOLLOWER’S TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP

Natalia Myczewska will be with us in London over the 11–13 September weekend, including a dedicated Follower’s Technique Workshop on Saturday 12 September.

Full details and booking:

Special Workshops

18–20 SEPTEMBER — CHICHO FRUMBOLI & JUANA SEPULVEDA

One of the biggest weekends of our year. Chicho & Juana return to London for an immersive seminar weekend, together with our weekend milongas and a special Friday-night performance.

Chicho is one of the dancers who helped reshape modern Tango, and together Chicho & Juana bring an extraordinary combination of innovation, connection and musicality. If you want to study Tango beyond simply collecting steps, this is a very special opportunity.

Full details and booking:

Tango Workshop

25–27 SEPTEMBER — DEMETRIO SCAFARIA & DILARA OGRETMEN

Later in September we’re also looking forward to welcoming Demetrio Scafaria & Dilara Ogretmen into the Tango Amistoso weekend programme.

Full details:

Special Workshops

❤️ FIND YOUR TANGO THIS WEEK

The full weekly schedule, with all class times and booking options, is here:

Weekly Schedule

Subscriptions are the best value if you dance with us regularly:

Tango Amistoso Subscriptions

Beyond the Basics: Why Your Tango Journey Never Ends (And How We Keep It Exciting)

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Beyond the Basics: Why Your Tango Journey Never Ends (And How We Keep It Exciting)

There’s a beautiful moment in every tango dancer’s journey. It’s the moment you step onto the milonga floor not with anxiety, but with confidence. The steps are in your body, you can navigate the floor, and you can create a wonderful dance with a partner. You’ve arrived.

This is a huge achievement, and it’s often at this very point that a new question arises: “Do I still need to take classes?” The cost and time of a class can seem less appealing than the pure joy of a milonga.

We believe that this moment of confidence isn’t the destination; it’s the true beginning of your artistic journey. This article is about embracing the idea of tango as a never-ending path of discovery and how we at Amistoso have designed a system to keep that journey exciting, affordable, and deeply rewarding for even the most experienced dancers.

Part 1: The Never-Ending Journey of Tango

Why continue with formal learning when you can already dance well socially? Because tango is not a finite skill to be mastered, but a language to be explored. Once you know the basic words and grammar, the real joy comes from learning to write poetry.

Here are the infinite realms that open up to an experienced dancer:

1. From Vocabulary to Artistry

A beginner learns steps (the vocabulary). An intermediate dancer learns to combine them into sequences (the sentences). An advanced dancer, however, learns to play with the texture of the dance. They explore the subtleties of the pause, the dynamics of an acceleration, and the nuances of the connection that turn a simple walk into a profound conversation. This is the shift from execution to artistry.

2. The Infinite Depths of Musicality

At first, we learn to dance on the beat. But soon we discover that this is just the first layer. The journey into musicality is endless. Can you dance to the melody as well as the rhythm? Can you interpret the singer’s emotion? Can you express the dramatic tension of Pugliese, the playful staccato of D’Arienzo, and the sweeping romance of Di Sarli? Every orchestra, every song, is a new universe to explore, and a class is the laboratory where you can learn to navigate them.

3. The Evolving Connection

The connection in tango is a living thing. As an advanced dancer, you move beyond the mechanics of leading and following. You learn to listen on a deeper level—to your partner’s breathing, their balance, their energy. You learn to propose ideas rather than give commands, and to respond with creativity rather than mere obedience. This level of connection requires constant refinement and practice in a focused learning environment.

Part 2: Your Journey, Evolved: The Amistoso Approach

We understand the challenges faced by experienced dancers. You need more than just new steps, and you need a structure that fits into your life. That’s why we’ve rebuilt our advanced program from the ground up.

1. Removing the Financial Barrier: The Subscription Model

The single biggest change we’ve made is our subscription model. We wanted to remove the “cost vs. milonga” calculation from your decision-making. With a subscription, you can say “yes” to learning. You can drop into a class on a Tuesday or a Thursday without a second thought, making consistent learning an easy and affordable part of your tango life.

2. A Curriculum for the Advanced Dancer

Our Advanced Level Classes on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays are specifically designed for dancers with years of experience. We don’t just teach new sequences; we dive deep into the concepts that elevate your dancing. These classes are your dedicated time to work on musical interpretation, advanced technique, and the quality of your connection among a peer group that will challenge and inspire you.

3. A Constant Stream of Fresh Inspiration

Stagnation is the enemy of progress. To ensure your learning never gets stale, we frequently host world-class visiting teachers in our regular advanced slots. This brings fresh perspectives, new ideas, and a direct connection to the global tango scene right here in London. It’s a chance to be inspired by the best, without having to travel the world to find them.

Part 3: Practical Details of Your Advanced Journey

To help you on this continuous path, we’ve designed our advanced program with specific goals in mind. Here’s a look at the weekly schedule and the philosophy behind each class format, allowing you to choose the path that best suits your personal goals.

Tuesdays & Thursdays: The Deep Dive (Partner Required)

These classes are your laboratory for focused, in-depth work. By requiring you to come with a partner, we create a consistent environment where you can tackle complex techniques that require repetition and mutual understanding. This format allows for faster progress on challenging material and helps you build a strong connection with a regular practice partner.

Tuesdays: 8:30 PM – 10:00 PM (+ Practica) at Claremont Project, 24-27 White Lion St, Islington, N1 9PD
Thursdays: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM (+ Practica) at Soho School of Burlesque, 4A Streatham St, London, WC1A 1JB

Saturdays: The Social Dancer’s Lab & Community Hub (Drop-In Welcome)

This class is your training ground for the real-world milonga. The drop-in format is designed to hone your adaptability and responsiveness with a variety of partners. It’s also the perfect opportunity to meet fellow dedicated dancers and find a partner for our partner-required classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The class is followed by our milonga, so you can immediately put your skills into practice.

Saturdays: 6:15 PM (Tango Unlimited) & 7:30 PM (Advanced) + Milonga
Location: 10 Herbal Hill, London, EC1R 5EG

Your tango journey should never feel like it has an end point. It is a path of continuous discovery, and our goal at Tango Amistoso is to be your partner for every step of that journey. We invite you to find the blend that works for you and join our dedicated community of lifelong learners.

Continue the Conversation in the Tango Maitri App

Enjoyed this article? The learning and discussion don’t have to stop here.

We believe that sharing ideas is just as important as learning steps. That’s why we created the Community section inside our Tango Maitri app, featuring a space for “Tango Tips and Discussions.”

You can find this article and many others there, including:

The Partner Paradox: Why the ‘Wrong’ Partner Might Be Your Best Teacher
Crafting Your Perfect Tango Week: A Guide to the Amistoso Ecosystem
The Other Half of the Dance: A Beginner’s Guide to Building Your Tango Tribe

Best of all, this community hub is completely free for everyone. Simply download the Tango Maitri app, log in, and join the conversation. We can’t wait to hear your thoughts!

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Milonga Maitrī, Milonga Coqueta, New Course – Voleos and Ganchos, Giselle Anne & Diana Cruz

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Don’t miss this Friday’s Special Performance at Milonga Maitri! We’re thrilled to welcome the amazing Daniel Toloza and Goldie Aurum to our dancefloor.

Born in Cordoba, Argentina, Daniel Toloza resides between Buenos Aires and his trips abroad during his dance tours: he was part of many musical productions in Argentina and abroad. Together with the brilliant Goldie, they share their deep love for tango through their unforgettable performances and teaching.

TDJ Diogo Lopes will be behind the decks, keeping the energy high and the floor full!

Here is the programme:

6.30pm – 7.30pm Beginners class

Connection and Communication: Grammar Points for Embrace and Walking with Mauro & Anjali

7.30pm – 9.00pm Open-level class with Mauro & Anjali

9.00pm – 1.00am Milonga Maitrī with TDJ Diogo Lopes

Location: 10 Herbal Hill, EC1R 5EG

Check all the classes options and book your ticket now! https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-maitri/

We provide free nibbles and refreshments, but feel free to bring your own drinks too! If you would like to reserve a table, please email us at info@tango-amistoso.co.uk.

Fridays are “Free” Days for a friend if you have an active subscription. Please check the details here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/2023/09/22/fridays-free-days/

Milonga CoquetaEvery Wednesday, we gather in the heart of London to learn, dance, and connect. The class with Mauro and Lucy starts at 7.30pm, and the Milonga begins at 8.30pm. Our TDJ Lucy Attwood will fill the floor with vibrant energy and beautiful music.

Here is the programme:

7.30pm – 8.30pm Intermediate with Mauro & Lucy

8.30pm – 11.30pm Milonga Coqueta with TDJ Lucy Attwood

Location: Be at One Bar, 10 Beak St, W1F 9RA

Book here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-coqueta/

New Courses: Voleos and Ganchos

We are starting new courses this Wednesday, May 1st, running for 7 weeks – Beginners, Improvers and Intermediate.

The Beginners course is perfect for those who want to try Tango for the first time or for those who want to revisit the basics and brush up their technique.

The Improvers and Intermediate Course

In these classes, we’ll dive into the exciting world of voleos and ganchos, helping you master these dynamic and fun moves. We’ll cover everything from the concept of the free leg to various techniques and options for both voleos and ganchos. This course is designed to add flair and exciting dynamics to your dance!

Course Objectives:

* Concept of free leg

* Voleos technique

* Voleos options

* Ganchos technique

* Ganchos options

Both our Improvers and Intermediate Courses will focus on this same theme, but in different ways. In the Intermediate Courses, we mix concepts together and dive deeper. Read below to decide which level is best for you, and please refer to our level guide here too.

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/level-guide/

The Improvers Course

Great for dancers looking to solidify the foundations and feel confident on the dance floor. This course will help you master the basics and prepare you for more advanced tango exploration.

The Intermediate Course

Ideal for those ready to explore more complex tango concepts. In this course, you’ll blend foundational skills with intricate layers of tango. It is necessary that you have already completed the Improvers course to join this level.

Our 7-week courses are designed to make your tango both fun and dynamic. Find out more and book here!

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/search-courses/

Giselle Anne & Diana Cruz in London

Tango Amistoso is proud to present a truly special event as Giselle Anne and Diana Cruz come together as a dance couple for the first time in London. Get ready to experience the soul of Tango – where grace, elegance, and history meet!

Topic of Immersive Seminar: “Boleos – Pendulum Motion of the Hips”

A Seminar from the perspective of the Woman’s Role, that will unravel the secrets behind one of Tango’s most iconic elements —the Boleos— and delve deep into the role of the torsional pendulum motion of the hips throughout the Tango Structure and Technique.

Friday, July 4th – Couple Seminar Class # 1: ‘Understanding the Embrace in Boleos’

Seminar 1: 7.30 pm to 9.00 pm
Main Milonga 8.00 pm to 1.00 am

Saturday, July 5th – Couple Seminar Class # 2: ‘Boleos within Tango Turns: Various Entrances, Leader Accompaniments & Exits’

Seminar 2: 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm
Saturday Milonga: 7.30 pm till late.

Sunday, July 6th – Couple Seminar Class # 3: ‘How Boleos of different trajectories applies to the rhythm’

Seminar 3: 6.00 pm to 7.30 pm
Sunday Milonga: 7.30pm till 10.30pm

(Tango Amistoso Subscribers will get a discount)

Check more details on our website:

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/giselle-anne-&-diana-cruz-in-london/

Check out our subscription options here for the best value: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/tango-amistoso-subscriptions/

📅 This week at Tango Amistoso! 📅

The full weekly schedule is available in this link: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/weekly-schedule/

For your quick reference, here is the breakdown of classes.

Beginners:
7.00pm on Monday – 41 Uxbridge Road
7.00pm on Tuesday – New Unity
7.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market
7.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
7.00pm on Wednesday – Soho School of Burlesque
7.00pm on Wednesday – Be at One Bar, 10 Beak St
7.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
6.30pm on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill
5.00pm on Sunday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-beginners/

Improvers:

8.00pm on Monday – 41 Uxbridge Road

8.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market

8.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

8.00pm on Wednesday – Soho School of Burlesque

8.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

6.00pm on Sunday- Claremont Project, Lower Hall

➡️ All improvers can come to the Beginner classes for free!

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-improvers/

Intermediate:

9.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market

8.00pm on Wednesday – Be at One Bar, 10 Beak St

9.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

9.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

4.30pm on Saturday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

7.00pm on Sunday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/intermediate-level-tango-classes-in-london/

Intermediate/Advanced:

8.00pm on Tuesday – New Unity

Advanced:

6.00pm on Saturday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-advanced-level-classes/

Open Level:

7.30pm on Tuesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

7.30pm on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill

Yoga

6.15pm Improvers on Tuesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

6.15pm Improvers on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

9.30am Beginners on Saturday – TBC, check WhatsApp group

Milongas:

💃Milonga Coqueta with TDJ Lucy Attwood

8:30pm – 11:30pm on Wednesday – 10 Beak St
https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-coqueta/

💃Milonga Maitrī with TDJ Diogo Lopes

9.00pm – 1.00am on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-maitri/

💃Milonga Amistosa with TDJ Juan Herrera

7.30pm – 10.30pm on Saturday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-amistosa/

💃Milonga Simpatica with TDJ Sean Teo

8.00pm – 10.45pm on Sunday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-simpatica/

➡️ All Milongas are included in the price of the classes on the day of the Milonga.

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London Tango Encuentro Special at Negracha, Dancing All Weekend Long

This week only! Negracha will play host to the opening night of the fabulous London Tango Encuentro. We’ll be at Conway Hall for this very special occasion, but beforehand there will be an exclusive workshop from maestros Simone Facchini & Gioia Abballe at Herbal Hill. They will then be delivering a magical performance later in the night at the milonga at Conway Hall! We will also have the very special event of a Maestros Ronda, with Simone & Gioia, Esref Tekinalp & Vanessa Gauch, Natasha Lewinger & Haris Mihail, and Dante Culcuy & Chris Benson all sharing their incredible talent on the pista. TDJ Dan Bujdei will be playing for the first part of the night, with Vinicius Flores taking over for our Afterparty at Herbal Hill.

Programme:

7:30-9pm- Workshop by Gioia Abballe & Simone Facchini

Address: 10 Herbal Hill, EC1R 5EG

8pm-11.45pm Milonga Negracha with TDJ Dan Bujdei

Performance + Special Maestros Ronda

Address: Conway Hall, 25 Red Lion St, London WC1R 4RL

Midnight-5am After-Party with TDJ Vinicius Flores

Address: 10 Herbal Hill, EC1R 5EG

Booking for all London Tango Encuentro events is still open – explore your options and get tickets here, ASAP: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-encuentro/

…and the fun doesn’t stop there

On Saturday night we’re partnering with Milonga Corrientes, where Esref Tekinalp & Vanessa Gauch will be performing. And on Sunday we’ll be at Los Angelitos, where Dante Culcuy & Chris Benson will perform for us. We will then end the weekend on a high with the final milonga at Los Angelitos 8-11pm, with the finals of the TangotoCUP London Competition! Come along and share your beautiful Amistoso spirit at our inaugural London Tango Encuentro!

Find out more and book your spot here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-encuentro/.

Please note that our normal milongas Amistosa and Simpatica (Saturday and Sunday) are CANCELLED this week while we host the London Tango Encuentro.

Tuesday Specials Continue with Haris & Natasha

Don’t forget! The incredible Haris & Natasha are only with us for a precious few weeks. Please come along and join us on Tuesdays for their brilliant Open Level Technique Class, 7.30-8.15, and their Advanced Class, 8.15-9.45. Plus, there’s time for a Practica afterwards, where you can hone all your new skills, ready to rock the pista.

Book here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/tuesday-special-tango-classes/

📅 This week at Tango Amistoso! 📅

The full weekly schedule is available in this link: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/weekly-schedule/

For your quick reference, here is the breakdown of classes.

Beginners:
7.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market
7.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
7.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
6.30pm on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-beginners/

Improvers:
8.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market
8.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
8.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

➡️ All improvers can come to the Beginner classes for free!

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-improvers/

Intermediate Level 1:
9.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market
9.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
9.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

Advanced:
8.15pm on Tuesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-advanced-level-classes/

Open Level:
7.30pm on Tuesday – Technique Claremont Project, Upper Hall
7.30pm on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill

Yoga:
6.15pm Improvers on Tuesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
6.15pm Improvers on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
9.30am Beginners on Saturday – TBC, check WhatsApp group

Milongas:

Milonga Central with TDJ Sean Teo
9.00pm – 1.00am on Wednesday at Be At One Bar – 10 Beak Street

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-central/

Milonga Negracha + Negracha LATE with TDJs Dan Bujdei & Vinicius Flores
8.30pm – 5am on Friday at 10 Herbal Hill

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/negracha-is-londons-iconic-friday-milonga/

Milonga Amistosa CANCELLED

Milonga Simpatica CANCELLED

➡️ All Milongas are included in the price of the classes on the day of the Milonga.

20+ classes every week!

Check all the weekly schedule here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/weekly-schedule/

Great value subscription options

You are absolutely welcome to attend individual classes that suit you best, but if you would like to dance more than once a week, then consider the subscription options. They provide a lot of value but also will help you be part of the community and grow with us all. Details are here:

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/tango-amistoso-subscriptions/

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Tango del Corazón is Back!

We are thrilled to announce the next edition of Tango Del Corazón! This time, we’ll be performing at the Amistoso Anniversary Party on 30th May 2025, a truly special occasion!

For those of you that don’t know, Tango Del Corazón is our student choreography group, it offers our students an exclusive opportunity to be a part of something very special. Over several months, the group will work towards a spectacular performance, but it’s not just about the end goal; the training and experience you gain as part of the group will stick with you for long after. You can check out our last performance here!

Rehearsal Details:

* Rehearsals: Sundays, 1pm to 3pm at Claremont Project, starting from 18th January 2025 until the performance in May 2025.

* There will be extra rehearsals closer to the performance date TBC.

For more information please message/ talk to us or contact info@tango-amistoso.co.uk.

Every year we aim to raise the bar, and this edition will be no different.

Please let us know if you would like to be considered for our choreography group, and together let’s make this another unforgettable Tango Del Corazón!

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They’re Back! Welcoming Natasha & Haris, Andrés and Letitia at Negracha, and Discount Saturday at DeMilonga!

The return of Natasha & Haris

It’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for! We’re so delighted to have the incredible Natasha Lewinger & Haris Mihail back teaching with us for a very special five weeks. Natasha & Haris’s passion for dancing and teaching has to be seen to be believed – come along and experience their incredible attention to detail, and love for tango!

Starting on the 15th October, Natasha & Haris will be teaching the Tuesday Technique Class & Advanced Special, the Wednesday Intermediate class, the Saturday Advanced and the Sunday Intermediate classes. You won’t want to miss their technique tips and signature moves. Come along and make the most of these beautiful people, and wonderful dancers.

Andrés and Letitia at Negracha This Friday💃

Come along for another epic Negracha this Friday night. Amazing teachers Andrés Sosa and Letitia Simone will be teaching an Intermediate Class at 7:30pm. And of course, come along early as Ivan and Andreea will be teaching the beginners class at 6:30pm.

Our very own TDJ Ivan Arandia will be keeping us dancing until 3am.

Check the class options and book your ticket here now! https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/negracha-is-londons-iconic-friday-milonga/

Of course Fridays are “Free” Days for a friend if you have an active subscription. Please check the details here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/2023/09/22/fridays-free-days/

Saturday 19th at DeMilonga

Please note that our normal Milonga Simpatica on Saturday 19th is CANCELLED. Instead, we’ll be going along to DeMilonga, where our subscribers can get entry for just £7 (full price £18). It’s a fabulous, high-level milonga in a stunning venue – take this opportunity to try new milongas in London, and come join us!

📅 This week at Tango Amistoso! 📅

The full weekly schedule is available in this link: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/weekly-schedule/

For your quick reference, here is the breakdown of classes.

Beginners:
7.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market
7.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
7.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
6.30pm on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-beginners/

Improvers:
8.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market
8.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
8.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

➡️ All improvers can come to the Beginner classes for free!

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-improvers/

Intermediate Level 1:
9.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market
9.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
9.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
4.30pm on Saturday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
6.00pm on Sunday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

Advanced:
8.15pm on Tuesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
6.00pm on Saturday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-advanced-level-classes/

Open Level:
7.30pm on Tuesday – Technique Claremont Project, Upper Hall
7.30pm on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill
5.00pm on Sunday – Musicality Claremont Project, Lower Hall

Yoga:
6.15pm Improvers on Tuesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
6.15pm Improvers on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
9.30am Beginners on Saturday – TBC, check WhatsApp group

Milongas:

Milonga Central with TDJ Sean Teo
9.00pm – 1.00am on Wednesday at Be At One Bar – 10 Beak Street
https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-central/

Milonga Negracha with TDJ Ivan Arandia
8.30pm – 3.00am on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill
https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/negracha-is-londons-iconic-friday-milonga/

DeMilonga with TDJ Vinícius Flores
9:30pm-3.00am on Saturday- 10 Herbal Hill, London, EC1R 5EG
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/tcbLnf83fut3BNTH/?mibextid=K35XfP

Milonga Amistosa CANCELLED

Milonga Simpatica with TDJ Ivan Lim
7.30pm – 10.30pm on Sunday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-simpatica/

➡️ All Milongas are included in the price of the classes on the day of the Milonga.

20+ classes every week!

Check all the weekly schedule here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/weekly-schedule/

Great value subscription options

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/tango-amistoso-subscriptions/

See you soon for lots of hugs and beautiful Tandas! 💕

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Negracha, Tuesday Specials Practica, TDJ Amani at Milonga Central!

We’re back for another special Friday night at Negracha. Mauro and Andreea will be teaching both our 6:30pm Beginners Class and our 7:30pm Open Level Class.

Our amazing TDJ Sylvanus Onipede will be keeping us dancing until 3am!

Check all the classes options and book your ticket now! https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/negracha-is-londons-iconic-friday-milonga/

Of course Fridays are “Free” Days for a friend if you have an active subscription. Please check the details here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/2023/09/22/fridays-free-days/

Tuesday Specials- Schedule Change

This Tuesday, Amani will be teaching the Open-Level Technique Class at Claremont from 7:30pm-8:15pm, and of course you should come along for Monique’s yoga class from 6:15pm-7:15pm too! But this coming Tuesday there will be NO advanced level class, instead we are running a Practica in its place until 10:45pm. Come along to social dance and practice your tango!

From next Tuesday 15th October, Haris & Natasha will be back and teaching our Tuesday Specials.

Book here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/tuesday-special-tango-classes/

Milonga Central

We’re super happy to have Koray Oksar teaching with our very own Amani at our Wednesday Intermediate Level 2 class at Be At One Bar. Come along and enjoy their fabulous teaching, then stick around afterwards to dance to TDJ Amani’s amazing tandas!

📅 This week at Tango Amistoso! 📅

The full weekly schedule is available in this link: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/weekly-schedule/

For your quick reference, here is the breakdown of classes.

Beginners:
7.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market
7.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
7.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
6.30pm on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-beginners/

Improvers:
8.30pm on Tuesday – 24 Exmouth Market
8.00pm on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
8.00pm on Thursday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall

➡️ All improvers can come to the Beginner classes for free!

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-improvers/

Advanced:
8.15pm on Tuesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
6.00pm on Saturday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/london-tango-classes-advanced-level-classes/

Open Level:
7.30pm on Tuesday – Technique Claremont Project, Upper Hall
7.30pm on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill
5.00pm on Sunday – Musicality Claremont Project, Lower Hall

Yoga:
6.15pm Improvers on Tuesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
6.15pm Improvers on Wednesday – Claremont Project, Upper Hall
9.30am Beginners on Saturday – TBC, check WhatsApp group

Milongas:

Milonga Central with TDJ Amani Horton
9.00pm – 1.00am on Wednesday at Be At One Bar – 10 Beak Street
https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-central/

Milonga Negracha with TDJ Sylvanus
8.30pm – 3.00am on Friday – 10 Herbal Hill
https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/negracha-is-londons-iconic-friday-milonga/

Milonga Amistosa with TDJ Diogo Lopez
7.30pm – 10.30pm on Saturday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-amistosa/

Milonga Simpatica with TDJ Ed Marston
7.30pm – 10.30pm on Sunday – Claremont Project, Lower Hall
https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/milonga-simpatica/

➡️ All Milongas are included in the price of the classes on the day of the Milonga.

20+ classes every week!

Check all the weekly schedule here: https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/weekly-schedule/

Great value subscription options

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/tango-amistoso-subscriptions/

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TangotoCUP: A Unique Tango Competition in London!

As you already know, we are not far away from TangotoCUP London 2024, a prestigious competition that is part of the T2i World Cup in Istanbul. The T2i World Cup is a global event with preliminaries in cities like Buenos Aires, and this year, the London leg promises to be an event to remember. This year TangotoCUP London is happening in November (15th, 16th and 17th) and the T2i World Cup will be held in Istanbul along with the world famous Tango2Istanbul Festival in March 2025. Please check the Tango2Istanbul website here for the full details.

London Tango Encuentro

TangotoCup London is part of the same weekend as London Tango Encuentro. If you are interested in participating in the Milongas/Workshops, please check the details here.

Why Participate in TangotoCUP?

TangotoCup is more than just a competition; it’s a unique opportunity to push your boundaries, showcase your talent, and contribute to an inclusive and vibrant Tango community. One of the goals of the competition is to remove any unconscious biases that exist in Tango and truly reward good talent, fostering an inclusive culture within the community.

Meet the Esteemed Judges

We are honoured to have a panel of world-renowned judges who will bring their expertise to the competition:

Esref Tekinalp
Vanessa Gauch
Dante Culcuy
Simone Facchini
Gioia Abballe

Competition Details:

Date: 15th, 16th and 17th November 2024 (exact times will be confirmed based on registrations and rounds)
Location: 10 Herbal Hill, EC1R 5EG, London
Categories: Salon, Escenario, Milonga, Vals, and Social Salon (for non-professionals)
Judges:
- Esref Tekinalp & Vanessa Gauch
- Simone Facchini & Gioia Abballe
- Dante Culcuy

Please check our website to view the competition categories, prizes, prices, packages and to register!

First Prizes:

Salon & Escenario Categories:
- Plane ticket to Istanbul (from Europe)
- Entrance to the Quarter Finals (QF) of the TangoToIstanbul World Cup
- Paid performance in London
- FREE entrance to the T2i World Cup in the respective category
Milonga & Vals Categories:
- Entrance to the Quarter Finals (QF) of the T2i World Cup in the respective category
Social Salon Category:
- Entrance to the Quarter Finals (QF) of the T2i World Cup Social Salon Category.

Second Prizes:

Salon & Escenario Categories:
- Paid performance in London

Note: Participants in the Social Salon category must not be professionals (i.e., they do not teach or perform anywhere in the world, and do not have videos promoting themselves on YouTube or any social media. Videos of dancing uploaded by the general public are ok. The judges decision will be final on this matter). Participants in the Social Salon category cannot participate in the Salon category and vice versa.

Note: For the Escenario category, one of the prerequisites for entering the T2i WorldCup is for participants to finish in the Top 5 of one of the preliminaries. Our TangoToCUP London is one of those preliminaries.

Register Today!

To secure your spot in this prestigious event, both you and your partner must register separately. Once you complete your registration, your participation in TangotoCUP will be confirmed.

You can register on our website here!

We offer a FREE Practica space for all the participants of TangotoCUP London between now and the end of the competition on ALL Sundays between 8pm and 10.30pm. You will receive the information soon after your booking. Come and practise a lot, have fun and keep getting better!

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at info@tango-amistoso.co.uk.

We look forward to seeing you on the pista and wish all participants a fulfilling practice period leading up to the event!

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Download the New Amo App!

We are thrilled to introduce the new Amo App, your all-in-one tool for managing your tango journey with us! The Amo App makes it easier than ever to book classes, check the weekly schedule, and manage your subscriptions seamlessly. With its user-friendly interface, you can now handle everything with just a few taps, including using QR codes for quick access to all your subscription benefits.

Please uninstall/ delete the old Tango Amistoso/ Amo apps from your devices, it will not be enough to do an update, this is for technical reasons. The new Amo App is designed to be more efficient and intuitive, making your tango experience smoother and more enjoyable.

We have planned a lot of new features in the App, including Partner Search, Learning Resources and other cool features.

Download the Amo App today and take control of your tango experience with ease!

Link to app for iPhone users: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/amo-tango/id6479972301

Link for other phone users: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.amotango.app

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Natasha Lewinger & Haris Mihail in London This October

Natasha Lewinger & Haris Mihail in London This October

Natasha and Haris are back in London and teaching here at Amistoso from 15th October until the 20th November!

Natasha and Haris started dancing more than 15 years ago, and their paths finally met in the beginning of 2016. They are internationally recognized teachers and dancers known for their connection, elegance, musicality, dynamics and quality. They both love social dancing, especially the milonguero style.

In their own words: “The most important thing in tango for us is the connection. We are crazy about technique but only as a medium to improve the connection and feelings that will allow us to adapt to every body and every style. We believe in dancing as one body with four legs, the centaur. Communication between us is the key for our tango. Listening to the leader is as important as listening to the follower.”

We are proud to have them in London and teaching the Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday classes at Tango Amistoso between 15th October and 20th November.

The cheapest way to attend the classes and be part of our community is to use one of the Subscription options. The subscription options not only cover classes by Natasha & Haris, but also include all the other weekly classes and Milongas! Check out the subscription options here:

Tuesday Classes

Technique: 7:30pm to 8:15pm
Advanced Level: 8:15pm to 9:30pm
Location: Upstairs at Claremont Project, 24 White Lion St, N1 9PD

Wednesday classes
Wednesday classes are at the Intermediate Level.
7:30pm to 9pm
*followed by Milonga Central
Location: Be at One Bar, 10 Beak St, W1F 9RD

Saturday classes
Saturday classes are at the Advanced Level.
6pm to 7.30pm
*followed by Milonga Amistosa
Location: Downstairs at Claremont Project, 24 White Lion St, N19PD

Sunday classes
Sunday classes are at the Intermediate Level.
6pm to 7.30pm
*followed by Milonga Simpatica
Location: Downstairs at Claremont Project, 24 White Lion St, N1 9PD

Please attend the Advanced classes only if you already have good experience of Tango and have already understood the basics of embrace, musicality and basic Tango concepts. You can read the Level Guide and do a self assessment based on the criteria and requirements.
https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/level-guide/

Private lessons
You can book private lessons directly with Natasha and Haris. You can book them in advance by messaging them now. If you need their contact details, simply email us at: info@tango-amistoso.co.uk.

In addition to their classes, there are a couple of Special Events you will not want to miss:

Halloween Performance by Haris and Natasha at Negracha on 1st November!

Haris is DJing on Friday November 8th for Negracha’s Anniversary Party!

Save the dates! https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/negracha-is-londons-iconic-friday-milonga/

20+ classes every week!
Check all the weekly schedule here:

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/weekly-schedule/

Great value subscription options
You are absolutely welcome to attend individual classes that suit you best, but if you would like to dance more than once a week, then consider the subscription options. They provide a lot of value but also will help you be part of the community and grow with us all. Details are here:

https://www.tango-amistoso.co.uk/tango-amistoso-subscriptions/

If you have any questions, feel free to contact us at info@tango-amistoso.co.uk.

See you on the dance floor!

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