Two left feet:

WARNING: We very much doubt that such a condition actually exists. In fact, we have experienced several times the opposite: people who were convinced they had two left feet are now dancing several times a week, unable to stop!

Footwear/Shoes:

Wear comfortable shoes with slippery soles. Leather soles are usually better. Please avoid trainers unless they have fairly slippery soles. In the worst-case scenario, bring a pair of thick socks ;-).

Special note for the ladies:
We highly recommend that you avoid high heels unless you feel very comfortable in them and these do not affect your balance.
Although high heels are usually worn (by both men: 3-5cm, and women: <10cm) for tango, these are usually made specifically for tango and as such are well balanced, reinforced, cushion the foot and properly support the ankle. They are also made to fit exactly.

Tango is based on balance and our feet are there to support us and carry us around for our entire lives. It is, therefore, very important to take good care of them!

Levels and frame of mind:

'Levels' in tango are a very generic and arbitrary classification with various meanings in different tango communities around the world. They are usually applied for ease of classification of tango lessons.

Learning tango, however, is a life-long experience. As such, we believe that there's always something new to learn as well as something that can be improved. We think that the arbitrary use of the word 'level' should not be taken seriously, as it could otherwise hinder learning.

Partners:

You do not need to bring a partner, just come along! Of course, if you do have partner, feel free to bring them along!

Physique:

Tango does not require specific skills or advanced physical capabilities. However, like any dance, it can put a strain to the legs, feet, joints (especially knees and ankles) and ligaments if the mechanics of movement or balance are incorrect. Avoiding this is what tango technique is all about.
If you suffer or have suffered from joint, bone, ligament or other issues, please let us know at the beginning of the course.

Teachers:

Costa & Flo