Argentine Tango Bootcamp
with Christy Coté
Improve your lead/follow skills
Learn how to make your dancing more musical
Escape to the magical world of Argentine Tango
No tango dance experience necessary!
THE THREE FACES OF ARGENTINE TANGO
Tango • Vals • Milonga
Discover the passion, romance and playful spirit of Argentine Tango in one immersive day with Master Instructor Christy Cote, alongside Briora instructors Jessica & Slava.
All levels are welcome — from total newcomers to advanced dancers. No previous Argentine Tango experience is required. The day is designed so everyone can learn, explore and be challenged at their own level.
Explore the three distinct dances of Argentine Tango — the drama and depth of Tango, the sweeping romance of Vals, and the joyful, rhythmic energy of Milonga.
Christy Cote is best known for her acclaimed instructional videos produced by Dance Vision (available at DanceVision.com), Christy is based in San Francisco, CA, and has taught and performed Argentine Tango around the world — including in Argentina at the International Tango Congress, where she teaches her signature “Lead/Follow Exchange” technique.
Learn more about Christy at christycote.com.
Full Schedule
Saturday, October 24th from 10:00am - 4:00pm
10:00 – 10:55 AM
Introduction to the three “faces” of Argentine Tango: Tango, Vals & Milonga. Understanding of the musicality basic pasos (steps) for each.
10:55 – 11:15 AM
Mini-Práctica/Break
11:15 AM – 12:10 PM
Dancing in Cross System plus Media Lunas (aka turns or giros) for Tango & Vals
12:15 – 12:40 PM
Milonga, Milonga, Milonga! The fun & playful dance!
12:40 – 1:00 PM
Práctica with Tango, Vals & Milonga.
1:00 – 1:55 PM
Lunch break and Keynote presentation: Tango: The Obsession.
2:00 – 2:55 PM
Next Level Challenge with Christy, Jessica and Slava in Tango, Vals & Milonga - your choice!
2:55 - 3:10 PM
Break
3:10 – 4:00 PM
Códigos of Tango and “Milonga with Training Wheels” where we will dance to short “Tandas” of Tango, Vals & Milonga.
Event Hightlights
Your day includes:
Musicality and essential steps for Tango, Vals & Milonga
Cross System, Media Lunas & movement for Tango and Vals
Milonga, Milonga, Milonga! — discover its playful character
Guided prácticas throughout the day
Professional Dance Demonstration — see the beauty and drama of Argentine Tango come alive on the floor
Tango: The Obsession — lunchtime keynote presentation
Next Level Challenge with Christy, Jessica & Slava — choose your dance and take your Tango, Vals or Milonga to the next level
The Códigos and traditions of Argentine Tango
“Milonga with Training Wheels” — finish the day dancing short tandas in a friendly, guided setting
Come for the dancing. Stay for the music, culture and connection — and leave with a deeper understanding of the world of Argentine Tango.
Whether you're brand new to Argentine Tango or looking to deepen your skills, this is a rare opportunity to learn from one of the most respected instructors in the world. Come join the celebration and dance with us!
