Seattle Tango Classes

Tony and Ilana  have been dancing tango together for more than 27 years. The beauty of their movement comes from their maturity in the dance, strong connection and deep respect for the music.

Tony and Ilana are inspirational instructors. They have the special gift of excellent teaching. They take a creative approach to tango, and combine musicality with a superb analysis and breakdown of the individual movements. Their classes are fun, informative, well thought out and presented.

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Tuesday Classes- Starting January 6th, 2026!

Tuesday Classes- Starting January 6th, 2026!

 

Absolute Beginner's Tango Class (Beg. Level)

Learn to dance the authentic Argentine tango in a fun and easy way!

No partners required. No dance experience necessary.

This is the class for you, if you:

      - Are an absolute beginner excited to learn the Argentine tango.

      - Have taken tango classes before but like to review the materials.

      - Have two left feet & have never danced before,

      - Or just want to have fun and meet people!

About Tony & Ilana

PNA Phinney Center- 6532 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98103

Upper Parking lot/ Room #5  in the blue building

-No partner is required. We will rotate partners for this class.

           Tuesday Nights, 1/6-2/24, 2026

            7:00PM-8:00PM

            $110 (8 weeks class series); $20 drop-ins

Class Registration:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

 

 
 

Tango:  Social Dance Essentials (Int./ Adv. Level)

Ready to own the dance floor? This series is your fast track to feeling confident and connected at any milonga! We will dive into the secrets of smooth navigation, playful floorcraft, and adapting effortlessly to different partners and spaces. Along the way, you will master the fundamentals- embrace, connection, and musicality- while learning the most popular social tango figures that keep the dance flowing. Packed with practical tips and fun drills, this class turns tango nerves into tango joy. By the end, you will be gliding through tandas like a pro and loving every moment!

PNA Phinney Center- 6532 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98103

Upper Parking lot/ Room #7  in the blue building

-No partner is required. We will rotate partners for this class.

           Tuesday Nights, 1/6-2/24, 2026

            8:10PM-9:10PM

            $110 (8 weeks class series); $20 drop-ins

Class Registration:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

 

Thursday Classes- Starting January 8th, 2026!

Thursday Classes- Starting January 8th, 2026!

 

Tango Turns & Linking Steps (Int. Level)

Tango turn is the 'nuts n bolts of the tango structure. Once we understand the structure, we will concentrate on how to use the turns to link the dance. Topics include navigation, ocho cortado, pivot ochos, sweet rhythmic turn steps, and more! This class will prepare you with all the skills you need to become a confident dancer on the social dance floor!!! 

Dance Underground- 340 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

   -No partner is required. We will rotate partners for this class.

             Thursday Nights, 1/8-3/5, 2026 (no class on 1/29)

             7:00PM-8:00PM

             $110 (8 weeks class series); $20 drop-ins

Class Registration:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

 
 

Cross-System Tango Sequences (Int./ Adv. Level)

Step into the unique world of tango’s cross-foot system!
Tango is built on two systems, parallel and cross foot systems. Understanding both unlocks true freedom in your dancing. In this exciting new series, we’ll explore creative sequences using the cross-foot system and show you how to seamlessly switch between the two. Discover what makes tango so distinct—and never get lost in the dance again!

Dance Underground- 340 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

   -No partner is required. We will rotate partners for this class.

             Thursday Nights,  1/8-3/5, 2026 (no class on 1/29)

             8:05PM-9:05PM

             $110 (8 weeks class series); $20 drop-ins

Class Registration:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

 

Absolute Beginner's Tango Class

Absolute Beginner's Tango Class- Starting January 6th, 2026

 

Absolute Beginner's Tango Class (Beg. Level)

Learn to dance the authentic Argentine tango in a fun and easy way!

No partners required. No dance experience necessary.

This is the class for you, if you:

      - Are an absolute beginner excited to learn the Argentine tango.

      - Have taken tango classes before but like to review the materials.

      - Have two left feet & have never danced before,

      - Or just want to have fun and meet people!

About Tony & Ilana

PNA Phinney Center- 6532 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98103

Upper Parking lot/ Room #5  in the blue building

-No partner is required. We will rotate partners for this class.

           Tuesday Nights, 1/6-2/24, 2026

            7:00PM-8:00PM

            $110 (8 weeks class series); $20 drop-ins

Class Registration:

      Please e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

 


On going Classes

Tuesday Classes
 

Vals- TAngo Waltz (Int./Adv.  Level)

Tuesday Nights, 10/14-12/2 (add two more classes- 12/9 & 12/16)

8:15PM-9:15PM

PNA Phinney Center- 6532 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle, WA 98103

Blue building, Room #7 (Large room/ blue building)

 
Thursday Classes
 

Tango Vocabulary & Linking Steps (Beg./Int. Level)

Thursday Nights, 11/6-12/18 (no class on 11/27, Thanksgiving)

7:00PM-8:00PM

Dance Underground- 340 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

 
 

Turning Point: Mastering Giros in Tango (Int./Adv.)

Thursday Nights, 11/6-12/18 (no class on 11/27, Thanksgiving)

8:05PM-9:05PM

Dance underground- 340 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA 98112

 

 
 

Class Info & Registration:

e-mail: seattletango@hotmail.com

Phone: 206-781-9553