Classes, milongas, and private lessons in Missoula, Montana, with Argentine Tango dancers, instructors, and performers from Buenos Aires. Weekend Workshop includes 4 classes and 3 milongas.
You're Invited!
Schedule
Wednesday, May 8, 6-8pm, Guided Practica, Amy Ragsdale’s Rattlesnake Studio, $15
Thursday, May 9, 7-8:30pm, Advanced Special Topics Class (by email invitation only), $25
Friday, May 10, Second Chance Yurt (part of weekend package)
5:00 - 7:00 pm, Potluck BBQ (bring something to grill and/or a side dish)
7:00 - 8:30 pm, Tango Fundamentals (All levels)
Take a deep dive into your walk, embrace, and your connection.
8:30-11:00 pm, Milonga
Saturday, May 11, Hellgate Elks Lodge (part of weekend package)
1:00 - 2:30pm, Pivots (All Levels)
The secrets for perfect ochos!
3:00 - 4:30pm, Spirals (All Levels)
From ochos to planeos.
9pm-1am, Grand Milonga, DJ Rob Galimore
Sunday, May 12, 11:30-12:45pm, Advanced Special Topics Class (by email invitation only), $25
Sunday, May 12, See below for locations (part of weekend package)
1:00 - 2:30pm, Turns with Sacadas (All Levels), Hellgate Elks Lodge
Finish the weekend spinning with turns with sacadas!
5:00 -7:00 pm, Potluck BBQ, Second Chance Yurt (bring something to grill and/or a sidedish)
7:00 - 11:00 pm, Milonga, DJ Jessica Torrion, Second Chance Yurt
Private Lessons
Private lessons are available with Luciana and Matias. Saturday and Sunday times are very limited and reserved for those who do not live in Missoula. Private lessons are first come first serve.
Availability for private lessons:
- Matias, May 8-13, $100/lesson
- Luciana, May 9-13, $130/lesson
- Matias & Luciana, May 9-13, $180/lesson
Email Lisa Ronald, lisa.a.k.ronald@gmail.com, for available day/times that work with your schedule.
Venues
Classes and private lessons will occur at the following locations:
- Amy Ragsdale’s Rattlesnake Studio, 1042 Monroe St. (studio is behind main house, do not park in front of the house or in the Greenough Park parking lot)
- Hellgate Elks Lodge, 112 N Pattee St.
- Longstaff House, 601 Longstaff St.
- Montana Moonlight Studios, 120 W. Broadway #B1
- Second Chance Yurt, Potomac (directions)
Pricing
Weekend Workshop Package includes 4 classes and 3 milongas. Practica and advanced classes are not included in the package. We are offering a special discount for those who register for Helena’s Spring Fling with John Miller and Jesica Cutler. Spring Fling registration will be verified upon checkin at first class.
- Weekend Workshop Package, $130
- Weekend Workshop Package with Spring Fling attendance discount, $90
REGISTRATION
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About Luciana and Matias
Luciana and Matias have been working together for more than ten years. They work as a powerful team teaching in Buenos Aires and abroad. Their understanding of the dance, their deep knowledge and technique, and the way they share it with students shows how much they love to teach. Their classes focus on the structure of the dance, the technical keys to moving comfortably and expressively, and the strong connection between leaders and followers that challenge and benefit dancers in both roles.
Luciana Valle
Luciana began dancing in the 90s and was part of the Gustavo Naveira and Fabian Salas Tango Investigation group, a project that developed today’s tango language used all over the world to teach tango. She is an expert leader and follower who teaches with fantastic energy and exuberance, has a wonderful eye for detail, and uses descriptive images, making complex movements accessible.
Matias Sotto
Matias is a dancer from tango’s new generation with 20 years of experience dancing, performing, and teaching. He is recognized for dancing professionally in both roles. In 2012, he reached the semifinals as the first man to compete in the world championship of tango dancing as a follower. During the last 10 years, he has taught extensively in Asian countries.
Luciana and Matias performing at:
- Portland Tango Festival, 2023
- Minneapolis