We warmly invite beginners to join us into the realm of PHANTASTango
and to learn the first steps of Argentine Tango.
Also old Tango stagers can find a great opportunity here to trying the
other role!
Sabine Zubarik & John-Michael Mendizza (Erfurt)
Sabine and John-Michael teach together in Erfurt and other places in Germany as well as in the US. They also both DJ at various events.
Sabine’s main interest is in didactics; she organizes the annual TangoTeacherMeeting in Erfurt now in its 11th year, and leads courses for teachers. In addition, she researches tango academically and is a freelance author for the magazine Tangodanza. John-Michael is also a dedicated Tango photographer.
John-Michael and Sabine teach close as well as open embrace. With uncomplicated step material they try to convey a feeling for musical dancing as well as some awareness for the space.
Languages: German, English
Individual lesson: 35.00 Euro + 10 Euro surcharge
Beginner Classes
Sabine and John-Michael will offer daily classes with covering a broad
variety of Tango knowledge, which could also be interesting for medium
beginners to expand their Tango horizon.
Since these are consecutive classes, we recommend the booking of the
complete package (8 days).
You can find the actual topics under 'classes'.
Easy Hour for Beginners
Saturday, Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 - 11 pm
Our DJs will play music that is easy to dance to. Newcomers can easily
pick up and being picked up, and you have the right of way on the
pista.
Godparenthood for Beginners
Meeting for beginners and godparents Saturday 1:30 pm (small hall)
Experienced dancers are invited to be a godparent for one of our
courageous beginners!
As a godparent you can dance with our beginners - especially at the
'Easy Hour', help with tips and tricks or just support them if
questions or problems occur.
Additionally, you can also offer a beginner practica.
Godparents can take part in the beginner classes for free in case that
partners are missing.
If you are an absolute beginner and didn't manage to book a place in the camp - don't be shy to contact us for help!