About this Event
In January, La Bruja Tango welcomes tango instructor Luz Castineiras! Luz's tango classes emphasize rhythm, playfulness, and connection. In the beginner class, she introduces simple, elegant movements for social dancing. She is equally excellent at leading and following, and she gives useful technique tips for both roles. Luz is originally from Buenos Aires and has lived in the Bay Area for many years.
This series is geared towards total beginners and people who have been dancing tango for less than six months. (We recommend taking multiple beginner series before moving on to an intermediate series.) This dance class is taught using the terms "leaders" and "followers" and is inclusive to queer, trans, and non-binary people.
Wednesdays, January 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th
6:45-7:00 pm check-in
7:00-8:00 pm beginner class
8:00-8:30 pm practica
The practicas are included with the classes. Stay, dance, and ask questions!
$87.21 general admission (four classes)
$65.87 for student with ID (four classes)
The listed prices include the eventbrite fees.
Drinks are for sale at Morgan’s Bar and Lounge, across the hall from the ballroom. All ages are welcome in the dance classes. We are a 10-minute walk from Downtown Berkeley BART. For bike parking, use the bell to enter through the service entrance, and go straight to get to the back courtyard. No parking in the City Club lot. Extra parking is available for $2 per hour at the Ellsworth Structure at 2337 Haste St.
Event organized by Lindsey Newbold
www.labrujatangoberkeley.com
Luz Castineiras was born and raised in Buenos Aires and brings a unique perspective to tango. For over five years, she researched tango as a therapy tool to improve social-emotional and cognitive skills in palliative care settings.
Luz studied contemporary dance and music therapy in addition to tango. She began dancing tango at Studio Dinzel in Buenos Aires, where she was able to incorporate these two disciplines. In 2011, she moved to the Bay Area and began teaching tango with various partners at la Pista SF, Studio 1924, and Alma del Tango Studio.
Luz is a heart-and-soul tango dancer, and her dance communicates her strength and knowledge of music. In her classes, students are encouraged to explore tango and dance techniques, connection and musicality. She creates a friendly, inviting atmosphere for learning and always looks for active feedback from students.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant Avenue, Berkeley, United States
USD 65.87 to USD 87.21
