Anyone Can Tango!
The US Tango Foundation’s Embrace Tango Weekend held in Broward County on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 at VK Dance Arena, Hallandale Beach, attracted those who were familiar with the fiery ballroom dance that originated in Buenos Aires, and others who wanted to learn more. Tango workshops and tango classes, a dance show and a social dance, brought together dancers of all backgrounds.
Peter Krafochroil and Paula Ferreira sway gracefully. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Dorita Ojalvo attentively listens to the direction to “pounce like a wild animal” for the next song. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Brazilian tango master Olivia Texeria beams with pride as students glide past with growing confidence. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Joy fills the room as Eduardo Parra and Lorena Diez dance together. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Kevin Ordonez finds stillness and connection despite a bustling room. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Colorful Tango shoes line tables by the entrance at VK Dance arena in Hallandale Beach. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Sofi Kauf and Peter Krafochroil sweep elegantly around the room. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
With each new cue, partners shift, hands intertwined, as they tango the evening away. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Lorena Diez and Peter Krafochroil tango, while a blur of dancers sways past (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Kevin Ordonez delicately embraces Sofi Kauf as they follow the instructor’s prompts for slow, intentional movements. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Dorita Ojalvo attentively listens to the direction to “pounce like a wild animal” for the next song. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
“I’m not a follower, I’m a responder,” proclaims Olivia Texeria as she glides across the dance with Fernando Lima. (Photo by Michelle VanTine)
Paula Ferreira is perfectly poised as she listens to instructor Olivia Texeria introduce the exercise for the first song.(Photo by Michelle VanTine)
What: Embrace Tango Weekend
Where: VK Dance Arena – 3129 W Hallandale Beach Blvd, Hallandale Beach
When: Friday May23 – Sunday May 25, 20205
Cost: $35 Tango Workshop 6-7pm Saturday
Information: ustangofoundation@outlook.com 305-613-4995
Photographed by: Michelle VanTine
