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Tango Mastery Weekend with Ariel Barrionuevo & Noelia Sorokin in Cedar Rapids
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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 traspiĆ© 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 |
---|---|
1 Workshop | $30 |
3 or more Workshops | $25 each |
Friday Practica | $10 |
Milonga | $15 |
Weekend Package (All workshops, practica, and milonga) | $150 |
Leader and Follower Full Package (when pre-registering together) | $275 |
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)
Payment forms: Cash, personal check, or Venmo
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from two Tango masters and take your dancing to new heights!
Register NowPrivate 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 at jklineia@yahoo.com or text at 319-530-0617
Workshops & Milonga Location:
Click here for directions: 260 33rd Ave SW B, Cedar Rapids, IA