Seattle Tango Classes

Tony and Ilana  have been dancing tango together for more than 27 years. The beauty of their movement comes from their maturity in the dance, strong connection and deep respect for the music.

Tony and Ilana are inspirational instructors. They have the special gift of excellent teaching. They take a creative approach to tango, and combine musicality with a superb analysis and breakdown of the individual movements. Their classes are fun, informative, well thought out and presented.

Tony & Ilana's Review References

Tony & Ilana Teaching Approach


Tuesday Classes

Tuesday Classes- Starting May 13th!

 

Tango Vocabulary & Linking Steps (Int. Level)

In this this class series, we will concentrate on understanding the different tango vocabulary. Each week Tony and Ilana will introduce a basic understanding of different tango vocabulary and show you how to link them to form a dance and have fun on the social dance floor. Vocabulary include: Boleo, Sacada, Parada, Monlinette, and Arreste.  

Daniel Bagley Elementary Gym- 7821 Stone Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98103

(Entrance through the gate from the parking lot)

-No partner is required. We will rotate partners for this class.

            Tuesday Nights, 5/13 - 6/17

             7:00PM-8:00PM

             $90 (6 weeks class series); $20 drop-ins

Class Registration:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

 
 

Tango: Advanced Fundamentals (Int./ Adv. Level)

In this special topic series, we will re-analyze the fundamentals to build a strong foundation on how to dance efficiently and master more complex concepts. In this class series, we will use fundamental classic tango steps, figures and embellishments for both leads and follows to investigate the different tango systems and tracks, alternative linking network, body mechanics, communicative connections, and movement skills.

Daniel Bagley Elementary Gym- 7821 Stone Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98103

(Entrance through the gate from the parking lot)

-No partner is required. We will rotate partners for this class.

           Tuesday Nights, 5/13 - 6/17

            8:05PM-9:05PM

            $90 (6 weeks class series); $20 drop-ins

Class Registration:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

 

Thursday Classes

Thursday Classes- Starting May 8th

 

Tango Turns & Linking Steps (Beg. Level 2)

Tango turn is the 'nuts n bolts of the tango structure. Once we understand the structure, we will concentrate on how to use the turns to link the dance.
Topics include navigation, ocho cortado, pivot ochos, sweet rhythmic turn steps, and more! This class will prepare you with all the skills you need to become a confident dancer on the social dance floor!!!
  

   Dance Underground- 340 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

   -No partner is required. We will rotate partners for this class.

            Thursday Nights, 5/8 - 6/26

             7:00PM-8:00PM

            $110 (8 weeks class series); $20 drop-ins

Class Registration:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

 
 

Nuevo Tango Steps (Int./ Adv. Level)

This is the continuation of the musicality series to explore how to express nuevo and alternative music with nuevo tango steps. In this class series, we will sample four fun and exciting nuevo tango steps: Soltadas, Colgadas, Volcadas, & Enganches.

Dance Underground- 340 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

   -No partner is required. We will rotate partners for this class.

             Thursday Nights, 5/8 - 6/26

             8:05PM-9:05PM

             $110 (8 weeks class series); $20 drop-ins

Class Registration:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com


 

Absolute Beginner's Tango Class

Absolute Beginner's Tango Class- Starting Date- TBA

 

Absolute Beginner's Tango Class (Beg. Level)

Learn to dance the authentic Argentine tango in a fun and easy way!

No partners required. No dance experience necessary.

This is the class for you, if you:

      - Are an absolute beginner excited to learn the Argentine tango.

      - Have taken tango classes before but like to review the materials.

      - Have two left feet & have never danced before,

      - Or just want to have fun and meet people!

Class Infromation:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

 


On going Classes

Tuesday Classes
 

Tango Turns & Linking Steps (Beg. Level 2)

 Tuesday Nights, 3/11 - 5/6 (no class on 4/15)

7:00PM-8:00PM

Daniel Bagley Elementary Gym- 7821 Stone Ave N., Seattle, WA 98103

 
 

Tango: Sacada Sequences (Int./Adv.  Level)

Tuesday Nights, 3/11 - 5/6 (no class on 4/15)

8:00PM-9:00PM

Daniel Bagley Elementary Gym- 7821 Stone Ave N., Seattle, WA 98103

 
Thursday Classes
 

Absolute Beginner's Tango Class (Beg. Level)

Thursday Nights, 3/13-5/1

7:00PM-8:00PM

Dance Underground- 340 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

 
 

Romantic Tango Steps (Int./Adv.)

Thursday Nights, 3/13-5/1

8:05PM-9:05PM

Dance underground- 340 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

 

 
 

Class Info & Registration:

e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

Phone: 206-781-9553