Oxford Tango Academy has been the leading Tango school in Oxford for over 15 years. We pride ourselves in our passion for Tango and our top-standard teaching methods which have been passed down from generations of great Tango Maestros of Argentina.

Tango Dancers in Belgrano, Buenos Aires, 1929, daning in the open air (black and white)

What is Argentine Tango?

Originating in the early 20th century in the slums of Buenos Aires, the Tango developed under many cultural influences. It is believed to comprise a mix of dances, including the Waltz and the Polka brought to Argentina by European Immigrants, the Cuban Habanera and African Candombe.

Today, it has become one of the most popular dances in the world, recognised for its intimacy, unique music and use of improvisation.

It is accessible to whoever wishes to learn it because its essence lies in human connection and self-expression.

What we offer:

Our aim is to give you the tools and support that you need so that you can find joy and fulfilment in Tango.

Our classes range from complete beginner to advanced level. We offer a variety of options to suit your schedule, budget and learning style. We like to select guest teachers and performers from around the world to offer you the best experience of Tango here in the city of Oxford.

We invite you browse our website to find out more about our classes, practice sessions, milongas, Tango holidays and more.

Teachers

Meet the Team

This is us! We are partners in work and in life. Both passionate about Tango, we work hard to give you the best experience!

Dante Culcuy

Teacher and Director

Dante started Argentine Tango in his home town, Jujuy, a province in the north of Argentina. There he studied ballet with his teacher Fulvia Chagra de Gruber and Andrei Kozlov (ex principle dancer of the Kiev Opera). Dante has been dancing Tango for over 18 years. He performed in many famous Milongas in Buenos Aires, before moving to the UK in 2008 where he started his own Tango School with his first partner Miriam Orcutt. The couple were invited to teach and perform in various countries of Europe, South & North America, Asia and Africa. Dante and Miriam also participated in International Festivals such as Mallorca Tango Festival, Porto International Tango Festival, Ulverston Music Festival and the International Book Fair in Guadalajara as a cultural ambassador representing the UK with Aurora Orchestra. Dante is the organiser of the very successful Oxford Tango Festival, which is now in its seventh year and attracts dancers from across Europe. He is the director of two important Tango Schools in the UK "The Northern Tango Academy" and the "Oxford Tango Academy" with professional resident maestros from Buenos Aires. Dante has been teaching tango for over fifteen years and has become recognised for his unique and in-depth teaching methods.

Lilie Festa

Teaching Assistant

Lilie is an assistant teacher at Oxford Tango Academy. She partners Dante in group classes, runs individual practice sessions for leaders, and works behind the scenes to bring the community together. Lilie studied Tango in Buenos Aires with teachers Andrès 'Tanguito' Cejas and Veronica Vasquez.

"The secret of tango is in this moment of improvisation that happens between step and step. It is to make the impossible thing possible: to dance silence."

~ Carlos Gavito

Argentine Tango in

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