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October-November 2026 Classes
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Tango Classes
INTRO
Level 1
Class
Tango Intro Series
Every Thursday starting October 1, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
No partner or experience needed — just your curiosity. In four weeks, we introduce you to the essentials of Argentine tango for social dancing: the embrace, walking in every direction — forward, side, and back — front and back ochos, the salida básica, and your first musicality.
You'll also learn the códigos — the cherished customs of the milongas of Buenos Aires — so you step onto the social floor knowing not just the steps, but the culture.
Includes the open práctica after class (8–10 PM), where everything you learn becomes actual dancing.
Please indicate your role (Leader / Follower) during checkout.
Leader: traditionally the male role.
Follower: traditionally the female role.
We ask everyone to select one role to keep the class balanced — and we encourage exploring both roles over time for a more complete understanding of the dance.
Prerequisite: None
INTRO
Level 1
Class
Tango Intro Series
Every Thursday starting September 3, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
No partner or experience needed — just your curiosity. In four weeks, we introduce you to the essentials of Argentine tango for social dancing: the embrace, walking in every direction — forward, side, and back — front and back ochos, the salida básica, and your first musicality.
You'll also learn the códigos — the cherished customs of the milongas of Buenos Aires — so you step onto the social floor knowing not just the steps, but the culture.
Includes the open práctica after class (8–10 PM), where everything you learn becomes actual dancing.
Please indicate your role (Leader / Follower) during checkout.
Leader: traditionally the male role.
Follower: traditionally the female role.
We ask everyone to select one role to keep the class balanced — and we encourage exploring both roles over time for a more complete understanding of the dance.
Prerequisite: None
FOUNDATIONS
Level 2
Class
Tango Foundations Series 1
Every Tuesday starting October 6, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Tango Foundations
Foundations is where your dancing takes shape — taught as two complementary eight-week series. The Linear System covers everything that travels: the walk in both parallel and cross system, ochos, the cross, rebounds, paradas, and the Americana. The Circular System covers everything that turns: giros in both directions, media luna, ocho cortado, and sacadas in the turn. Inside every figure, we build the technique that makes it work — axis, pivot, connection, and musicality — so your dancing is clear, grounded, and comfortable with any partner. Take the two series in either order; complete both and you're ready for Dynamics, our Level 3.
Designed for students who have completed Tango Intros. Many of our dancers take each series more than once: the first pass teaches you the vocabulary; the second, with the figures familiar, is where technique and communication bloom. Tango is like an onion — the same class goes deeper every time.
Prerequisite: Tango Intros
A new series begins every eight weeks.
FOUNDATIONS
Level 2
Class
Tango Foundations Series 2
Every Tuesday starting August 4, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Tango Foundations
Foundations is where your dancing takes shape — taught as two complementary eight-week series. The Linear System covers everything that travels: the walk in both parallel and cross system, ochos, the cross, rebounds, paradas, and the Americana. The Circular System covers everything that turns: giros in both directions, media luna, ocho cortado, and sacadas in the turn. Inside every figure, we build the technique that makes it work — axis, pivot, connection, and musicality — so your dancing is clear, grounded, and comfortable with any partner. Take the two series in either order; complete both and you're ready for Dynamics, our Level 3.
Designed for students who have completed Tango Intros. Many of our dancers take each series more than once: the first pass teaches you the vocabulary; the second, with the figures familiar, is where technique and communication bloom. Tango is like an onion — the same class goes deeper every time.
Prerequisite: Tango Intros
A new series begins every eight weeks.
DYNAMICS
Level 3
Class
Tango Dynamics
Every Tues starting January 5, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Tango Dynamics
Dynamics is where the vocabulary you built in Foundations becomes dancing — elastic, musical, and truly improvised. Taught as two complementary eight-week series:
The Body explores the dynamic qualities of movement — suspension and elasticity, the hamaca, back crosses and chains, rebounds and barridas, and your first taste of socially sized off-axis dancing.
The Music teaches you to dance what you hear — phrasing and pauses, how the same figure transforms from one orchestra to another, and the rhythms beyond tango: vals and milonga.
Both series build toward the skill that defines this level: improvisation — exiting any figure into any other, guided by the music. Take them in either order.
Designed for dancers who have completed both Foundations series — The Linear System and The Circular System — Dynamics is the level where your partners feel the difference: a dance with texture, stretch, and musical intention rather than a sequence of figures.
First cohorts begin January and March 2027.
Prerequisite: both Foundations series (or equivalent experience — ask us).
A new series begins every eight weeks.
Special Topics
All Levels
Class
Essential Figures
Every Tues starting October 6, 2026, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Essential Figures
This four-week Special Topics series is dedicated to mastering the essential figures of tango—the movements that truly support confident, musical social dancing.
Rather than rushing through multiple patterns, we’ll focus on one essential figure each week. The goal is depth, not quantity. By spending a full class refining a single figure, you’ll develop the clarity, balance, and adaptability needed to actually use it comfortably in a milonga—not just in class.
Each week’s figure will be chosen specifically for its
Prerequisite: Tango Intros
INTRO
Level 1
Class
Tango Intro Series
Every Thursday starting October 1, 2026, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
No partner or experience needed, just your curiosity! In 4 weeks, you’ll learn the embrace, walking, basic steps, and connection that prepare you to step onto the social dance floor.
Includes open practica after class (8 –10 PM)
Please indicate role (Leader/Follower) during checkout.
Leader: Traditionally the male role.
Follower: Traditionally the female role.
We require people select one role for the sake of balancing the class, however we do encourage exploring both roles to get a more comprehensive understanding of the dance.
INTRO
Level 1
Class
Tango Intro Series
Every Thursday starting September 3, 2026, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
No partner or experience needed, just your curiosity! In 4 weeks, you’ll learn the embrace, walking, basic steps, and connection that prepare you to step onto the social dance floor.
Includes open practica after class (8 –10 PM)
Please indicate role (Leader/Follower) during checkout.
Leader: Traditionally the male role.
Follower: Traditionally the female role.
We require people select one role for the sake of balancing the class, however we do encourage exploring both roles to get a more comprehensive understanding of the dance.
FOUNDATIONS
Level 2
Class
Tango Foundations Series 1
Starting Tuesday October 6, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Tango Foundations
This progressive series builds a strong technical foundation for Argentine tango, with a deep focus on the walk and the essentials that make social dancing feel confident and connected. We’ll dive into posture and alignment, how to create a comfortable, responsive connection, and the mechanics of walking and weight changes so your movement is clear, grounded, and musical.
Designed for students who have completed Tango Intros (or have equivalent experience), this series is also valuable for dancers with a few years under their belt who want to refine fundamentals, improve comfort with partners, and move with more ease and confidence on the dance floor.
FOUNDATIONS
Level 2
Class
Tango Foundations Series 2
Starting Tuesday August 4, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Tango Foundations
This progressive series builds a strong technical foundation for Argentine tango, with a deep focus on the walk and the essentials that make social dancing feel confident and connected. We’ll dive into posture and alignment, how to create a comfortable, responsive connection, and the mechanics of walking and weight changes so your movement is clear, grounded, and musical.
Designed for students who have completed Tango Intros (or have equivalent experience), this series is also valuable for dancers with a few years under their belt who want to refine fundamentals, improve comfort with partners, and move with more ease and confidence on the dance floor.
DYNAMICS
Level 3
Class
Tango Dynamics
Every Tues starting January 5, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Tango Dynamics
Dynamics is where the vocabulary you built in Foundations becomes dancing — elastic, musical, and truly improvised. Taught as two complementary eight-week series:
The Body explores the dynamic qualities of movement — suspension and elasticity, the hamaca, back crosses and chains, rebounds and barridas, and your first taste of socially sized off-axis dancing.
The Music teaches you to dance what you hear — phrasing and pauses, how the same figure transforms from one orchestra to another, and the rhythms beyond tango: vals and milonga.
Both series build toward the skill that defines this level: improvisation — exiting any figure into any other, guided by the music. Take them in either order.
Designed for dancers who have completed both Foundations series — The Linear System and The Circular System — Dynamics is the level where your partners feel the difference: a dance with texture, stretch, and musical intention rather than a sequence of figures.
First cohorts begin January and March 2027.
Prerequisite: both Foundations series (or equivalent experience — ask us). A new series begins every eight weeks.
Special Topics
Class
Essential Figures
Every Tuesday starting October 6, 2026, 2026, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Essential Figures
This four-week Special Topics series is dedicated to mastering the essential figures of tango—the movements that truly support confident, musical social dancing.
Rather than rushing through multiple patterns, we’ll focus on one essential figure each week. The goal is depth, not quantity. By spending a full class refining a single figure, you’ll develop the clarity, balance, and adaptability needed to actually use it comfortably in a milonga—not just in class.
Each week’s figure will be chosen specifically for its
Special Topics
Class
Essential Figures
Every Tues starting October 6, 2026, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Essential Figures
One essential figure per class, dug deep. Each week we take a single figure and work it from every angle — the lead, the follow, the technique inside it, and the ways it actually gets danced at a milonga.
Each class stands on its own: come for one, or come for all of them. This season's focus is the circular vocabulary — turns, media luna, ocho cortado, sacadas.
This is an all-levels room by design. Newer dancers get their first clean version of each figure, experienced dancers refine and discover new layers, and everyone dances together — which is how a school becomes a community.
If you're in Foundations, it's the perfect companion class: more reps, more partners, more angles on the material.
Prerequisite: Tango Intros
Guided Practica
Every Thursday 8:00 - 10:00 PM
General public entry fee: $5
No advanced registration required
Join us after the Thursday class to practice what you’ve learned in a relaxed and supportive environment. Teachers and advanced dancers will be available to answer questions and give tips. The practica is also a great place to meet other dancers, try new roles, and get comfortable with social dancing.
Included with Tango Intro, Foundations, or Special Topics series enrollment and VTS Club Membership
Special Topics
Class
Essential Figures
Every Tues starting November 3, 2026, 8:00 - 9:00 PM
Essential Figures
One essential figure per class, dug deep. Each week we take a single figure and work it from every angle — the lead, the follow, the technique inside it, and the ways it actually gets danced at a milonga.
Each class stands on its own: come for one, or come for all of them. This season's focus is the circular vocabulary — turns, media luna, ocho cortado, sacadas.
This is an all-levels room by design. Newer dancers get their first clean version of each figure, experienced dancers refine and discover new layers, and everyone dances together — which is how a school becomes a community.
If you're in Foundations, it's the perfect companion class: more reps, more partners, more angles on the material.
Prerequisite: Tango Intros
Guided Practica
Every Thursday 8:00 - 10:00 PM
General public entry fee: $5
No advanced registration required
Join us after the Thursday class to practice what you’ve learned in a relaxed and supportive environment. Teachers and advanced dancers will be available to answer questions and give tips. The practica is also a great place to meet other dancers, try new roles, and get comfortable with social dancing.
Included with Tango Intro, Foundations, or Special Topics series enrollment and VTS Club Membership
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Classes, workshops, & Events
Events
Abrazo Milonga
Friday, October 3rd, 2026
8:00 PM - 12:00 AM Milonga
Abrazo is our signature 1st Saturday of the month milonga dedicated to the rich tradition of Argentine tango. Step into an evening of classic tandas, inviting embraces, and a warm community of dancers eager to connect.
With an atmosphere that honors tango’s timeless music and social roots, Abrazo invites dancers of all levels to immerse themselves in a night of heartfelt expression and true cultural celebration.
Los Amigos Milonga
June 13th, 2026
3:00pm - 7:00pm
A community milonga held quarterly where everyone is welcome, from newcomers, seasoned dancers, queer tango friends and allies. Alongside the dancing, we share food potluck-style, celebrate life events, and provide space and supervision for families with kids.
Expect a relaxed, low-pressure environment filled with supportive energy and plenty of time to connect.
$10 Entry (free if you bring a dish)
Guest Workshops
Julio & Silvina
Dec 4-7
We are excited to welcome Julio Alvarez & Silvina Tse for their first visit to the DMV! Spaces are limited.
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Vienna Tango School began as a collaboration between three tango dancers who fell in love with the dance’s unique blend of connection, artistry, and community. Determined to share that joy with others, they created a welcoming space where anyone—regardless of age or experience—can discover the magic of Argentine tango. Today, Vienna Tango School fosters a vibrant, supportive environment in Northern Virginia, uniting new and experienced dancers alike in the timeless tradition of tango.
Together, we invite you to step into the music, meet new friends, and experience the shared passion that brought our founders together in the first place.
Meet the Team
Melody Yazdani Zhang
Cofounder
Melody Yazdani Zhang stumbled upon tango by chance over 11 years ago, and it quickly became the lifeline she needed as a busy single mom. Since then, she’s traveled the world to dance and studied with acclaimed maestros. She believes that if you can walk, you can dance.
For Melody, the connection between partners, the embrace, and true mindfulness define tango’s magic. She loves how tango offers a peaceful escape from a fast-paced world, fosters lasting friendships (and marriages!), and provides the thrill of endless learning.
Jon Zhang
Cofounder
Jon began dancing tango in 2007 while studying engineering at Cornell University. He describes tango as difficult, but ultimately deeply rewarding, noting that it provides a rare outlet for creative expression that nurtures the soul.
During his time in Ithaca, New York, Jon served as both an organizer and a DJ, fostering a close-knit tango community before relocating to the Washington, D.C. area a decade ago. Ever since, he’s been an active member of the D.C. tango scene, continuing to share his passion for the dance and its unending possibilities.
Amanda Garley
Cofounder
Amanda Garley first discovered tango in the summer of 2009 while studying to become an engineer. The timing was ideal, awakening her to life’s real joys: connecting with others, finding balance, being confident in who she is, taking life by the horns, recognizing perfection in imperfection, and remaining open to unexpected discoveries.
She has spent half of her tango journey exploring how best to teach the dance, deepening her understanding of tango’s essence, its fundamental challenges, and the ways to help others reach satisfaction in their own dance. Now, she is thrilled to continue this journey through the Vienna Tango School, sharing her passion and expertise with new and seasoned dancers alike.
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