Facilitated by: Jennifer Borcea & Gabriel Magni
*This is a Community Renter workshop & is not a Pieter Program. Please reach out to the facilitator if you have any questions.
When: Sunday January 31, 2026 - 1:00PM to 3:00PM
Cost: $30 - No One Turned Away For Lack of Funds
Description:
Intro to Tango Drop in Class - Are you looking for a somatic movement practice that focuses on connection, communication, community, & creativity? Then maybe Tango is for you. Through a somatic teaching style, Jennifer Borcea & Gabriel Magni will take you through the introductory and fundamental elements of tango. Focusing on connection with self, partner, and within a larger group in the room. Join us!
Come solo, with a partner, friend, or a group!
No partner needed
No previous dance experience required
Complete introductory beginner Tango Class
If you loved your experience at this drop-in class, you’re welcome to join our Weekly Tango Class Series on Tuesday evenings at Pieter Performance Space, starting Tuesday February 2nd 2027 from 8:00pm - 9:30pm.
Reach out for more info!
What to expect/what to bring:
This two-hour, beginner-friendly Argentine tango class runs from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. We’ll practice the tango walk, balance, and simple ways to connect with a partner and move together to the music. You’re welcome to come solo or bring a friend. No partner or previous dance experience is needed.
Instruction will be in English. We’ll play recorded tango music at a comfortable volume and use regular studio lighting.
Wear comfortable clothes you can move in and bring a water bottle. Shoes that stay securely on your feet and let you turn easily are helpful. Tango shoes are optional.
Facilitator Bio:
Jennifer Borcea (she/her) is a Los Angeles-based Argentine tango dancer, teacher, and creator of Tango del Alma. Drawing on over two decades of dance experience, she helps beginners build confidence through musicality, body awareness, and connection with a partner.
Accessibility note:
The space is located on the 2nd floor with one flight of stairs directly up from the entrance.
Elevator access is available; please reach out to the facilitator prior to the event if you will need to use it. The elevator is spacious enough for any mobility device and the 2nd floor space is free of any steps or mobility barriers. There are no automated doors in the building.
There are two all-gender restrooms with three private stalls and a urinal. Each restroom has one stall accessible for mobility device users.
Parking:
Paid parking is available directly behind our building at 2412 Workman Street. There is an additional city lot south of Broadway on Workman Street. There is also ample metered parking in the neighborhood.