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Tango Mastery Weekend with Ariel Barrionuevo & Noelia Sorokin in Cedar Rapids

Tango Workshop with Ariel Barrionuevo

Join us for a weekend of immersive Tango instruction and dancing with world-renowned guest instructor Ariel Barrionuevo & Noelia Sorokin!

Date: Friday, September 13th to Sunday, September 15th

About Our Guest Instructors:

Ariel Barrionuevo

Ariel Barrionuevo is a highly acclaimed Tango dancer, instructor, and choreographer from Buenos Aires, Argentina. With over 27 years of experience, Ariel has performed and taught worldwide, sharing his passion for Tango and its cultural heritage. He is known for his unique teaching style, which emphasizes technique, connection, and musicality.

Noelia Sorokin

Noelia Sorokin, also from Argentina, brings more than 20 years of expertise in teaching the Milonguero style of tango. Her deep understanding and skillful instruction of this intimate and improvisational style of tango adds a valuable dimension to the workshop. Together with Ariel, they offer a comprehensive and enriching tango learning experience.

Workshop Schedule:

Levels: All levels, from beginner to advanced

Friday:

  • 18:30 – 20:00: Fundamental technique for Tango dancing (all levels)
  • 20:00 – 22:00: Practica

Saturday:

  • 10:30 – 12:00: Basic turning movements in both directions (all levels)
  • 13:30 – 15:00: Introduction to Waltz, basic movements and musical interpretation (all levels)
  • 15:15 – 16:45: Elemental traspié milonga (all levels) or Milonga of stumbling in speed (intermediate/advanced)
  • 19:00 – 23:00: Milonga

Irina Aniri! Saturday’s milonga DJ

Get ready for a night of unforgettable tango with DJ Irina Aniri, known throughout the Midwest for her expertly curated sets!

    ✨ Perfect blend of traditional and modern tango

    ✨ Emotionally charged tandas

    ✨ Ideal pacing for dancers of all levels

Sunday:

  • 10:30 – 12:00: Technique for volleys, highlights, pivot, and ornaments (intermediate/advanced)
  • 13:30 – 15:00: Movements for exhibition, stacking, off-axis, taken out with screw, glides with sweeps (advanced)
  • 15:00 – 17:00: Practica

Pricing Information:

Item Cost Students*
1 Workshop $30 $24
3 or more Workshops $25 each $16 each
Friday Practica $10 $8
Milonga $15 $12
Weekend Package (All workshops, practica, and milonga) $150 $135
Leader and Follower Full Package (when pre-registering together) $275 $250

Best Value: Weekend package for $150 (saves money compared to individual pricing)

Special Offer: Leaders and followers registering together get the full package for $275! (Requires pre-registration BY 6PM September 12th)

*Student Registration: Must pre-register using promo-code “StudentsRock” by 6PM September 12th and present student ID.

Payment forms: Cash, personal check, or Venmo

Tango Mastery Weekend with Ariel Barrionuevo and Noelia Sorokin in Cedar Rapids

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from two Tango masters and take your dancing to new heights!

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Private Lessons:

Take your Tango to the next level with private lessons from Ariel Barrionuevo!

  • Times: Available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
  • Monday: Available upon request
  • Private Lesson Cost: Individual $100 per hour & couples $120 per hour
  • Scheduling: Email Justin Kline
Tango Mastery Weekend with Ariel Barrionuevo and Noelia Sorokin in Cedar Rapids

Workshops & Milonga Location:

Click here for directions: 260 33rd Ave SW B, Cedar Rapids, IA

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a Tango master and take your dancing to new heights!

April Milonga & Special Lesson

Join Iowa Tango on April 13th for our “Tango Through Time” milonga transporting you to the vintage ballrooms of the 1920s-1950s.

At the historic DanceMor Ballroom in Swisher, IA, you’ll be immersed in a romantic bygone era as you tango across the original 1929 hardwood dance floor surrounded by nostalgic decor and classic tango music spanning the decades. Embrace the theme and dress in your tango-inspired vintage best!

We have an exceptionally special guest instructor this month – Matias Sotto, a renowned tango dancer and teacher hailing directly from the tango capital of Buenos Aires, Argentina. With two decades of professional experience, Matias was the first man to compete in the prestigious World Tango Championships in both lead and follow roles.

Matias will share his mastery focusing on the giro/molinete – the essential circular traveling movements that are the foundation for progressing to more advanced figures. Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the true Argentine tango masters!

Matias will also be offering private lessons in Cedar Rapids during the day on Saturday for those wanting more personalized coaching. His visit is timed perfectly to help promote his upcoming Tango Workshop in Fairfield, IA on April 20-21 (See the event posting for more details).

Our very own DJ Irina has curated a special vintage tango playlist spanning the golden era to set the perfect ambiance for this event. You’ll swoon to the sultry sounds of legendary orchestras like Donato, Troilo, Di Sarli and more!

You’re welcome to bring snacks or food to share. Please note that outside drinks are prohibited, but a variety of drinks are available for purchase at the bar.

Lesson plus Milonga Entry: $20
Milonga only: $10
Please cash only

Please help us plan and support tango in Iowa by letting us know you are coming at our Facebook page: #TangoThroughTime @IowaTango 

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