WORKSHOPS & SPECIAL EVENTS 2025
All workshops will take place in the Towarzystwo Gimnastyczne "Sokół".
WORKSHOPS TOPICS
Roxana Suarez & Dante Sanchez
Secrets of Embrace – The Art of Invisible Connection
Discover the unique connection with Roxana and Dante. This workshop will show you how to transform your embrace into a space of freedom. You will learn how to maintain a deep connection with your partner and discover invisible movements that will bring lightness and fluidity to your dance. Your embrace will never limit you again.
Back Sacadas – Classics with a Touch of Modernity
Together with Roxana and Dante we will explore advanced sequences with back sacadas, to make them safely, confidently and well. This unique fusion of the classic moves of great milongueros with a touch of modernity will bring a new quality to your dance and let you shine on the dance floor.
Speed Control
Discover techniques that will help you consciously accelerate and slow down movement in tango. Roxana and Dante will show you tools to gain greater control over your dynamics. Learn to play with tempo to create tension, emotion, and suspension in the right moments.
Milonga – Fast Turns Under Control
Discover sequences with dynamic giros in milonga. Roxana and Dante will show you how to execute fast turns with precision and full control over your movement. We will focus on energy, stability, and grounding, allowing you to master techniques that will help you dance confidently, even to the fastest habanera..
Tango Explosions– Expand Your Tango
Unleash the explosive energy with Roxana and Dante! You’ll learn to channel strength and control into movements that are dynamic, expansive, and precise. This workshop will help you develop the techniques behind powerful expression, unlocking new possibilities and bold presence on the dance floor.
Dissociation, pivots, boleo- what, when, how? (SOLO)
Refine your solo technique with a focus on dissociation, pivots, and boleos. This workshop is all about understanding what to do and when to do it—so your movement feels precise, and fully connected to the partner.
Caminata for Melodic Music
How to Dance to the Romantic Melodies? Yanina and Neri will help you develop techniques to dance smoothly and elegantly. We will focus on the quality of walking and embellishments to create subtle, sensual movements that express the music’s emotion.
How to Dance Variations in Tango – Creativity and Improvisation
In this workshop with Yanina and Neri, you will gain confidence and precision in dancing variations while enhancing your creativity and improvisation skills. You will expand your repertoire of sequences and steps in variations and adapt them to different musical styles.
From Tango Salón to Milonguero and Fantasía
Yanina and Neri will guide you through the world of different tango styles – from the elegant Tango Salón, through the close and intimate Tango Milonguero, to the creative and playful Tango Fantasía. You will learn the key differences between them and how to adapt your dance to each style.
Giros and Advanced Combinations
Refine your giros and explore new combinations to surprise and delight your partner. We’ll work with active and passive pivots, turns with patadas and ganchos, and creative barridas to add depth and variety to your dancing.
The Magic of Dissociation part 1 (SOLO)
The Magic of Dissociation
Unlock the expressive power of dissociation in tango! This seminar dives deep into one of the most fascinating tools of movement and connection.
- Body Dissociation Techniques
Learn how to isolate and move different parts of the body—feet, legs, torso, hips—independently, with exercises that improve control, precision, and awareness.
- Dissociation & Association in Tango
Discover how to use dissociation to create fluid, expressive movements, and how to integrate it with association to build a deeper, more harmonious connection with your partner.
- Practical Applications
Apply your new skills to classic tango elements like ochos, turns, and embellishments, exploring how dissociation can enrich both your technique and your artistic voice.
The Magic of Dissociation part 2 (SOLO)
iThe Magic of Dissociation
Unlock the expressive power of dissociation in tango! This seminar dives deep into one of the most fascinating tools of movement and connection.
- Body Dissociation Techniques
Learn how to isolate and move different parts of the body—feet, legs, torso, hips—independently, with exercises that improve control, precision, and awareness.
- Dissociation & Association in Tango
Discover how to use dissociation to create fluid, expressive movements, and how to integrate it with association to build a deeper, more harmonious connection with your partner.
- Practical Applications
Apply your new skills to classic tango elements like ochos, turns, and embellishments, exploring how dissociation can enrich both your technique and your artistic voice.
Ariadna Naveira & Fernando Sanchez
Interpreting Pugliese
Step into the dramatic world of Osvaldo Pugliese. In this workshop, we’ll explore the emotional depth and unique phrasing of his music. Through simple yet powerful tools, you'll learn how to connect with the music and develop a more personal, expressive interpretation. Let us guide you in finding your voice within Pugliese’s passion.
Interpreting D’Arienzo
Feel the energy of Juan D’Arienzo and bring his rhythmic intensity to life on the dance floor! This class focuses on understanding the driving force behind his style and using clear, accessible techniques to translate that energy into your own unique movement. Discover how to embody D’Arienzo’s spirit while making every step truly yours.
Vals for Everybody
Step into the enchanting world of tango vals with Ariadna and Fernando! In this workshop, we’ll explore fluid, elegant sequences designed for the social dance floor, focusing on rhythmical games and changes of direction.
Connection for Couples - beyond the embrace
In this workshop, we’ll dive into the deeper layers of what truly links two dancers—intention, listening, and shared movement. Build a connection that feels natural, grounded, and alive.
Rhythmical Sequences
Tango’s rhythm is full of rich patterns and playful possibilities. In this class, you’ll explore how to hear, feel, and express rhythm in your dancing through creative sequences that challenge and inspire. Get ready to move with musicality and precision!
General Technique with Ariadna
Discover the power of body awareness and functional movement. In this class, Ariadna will guide you through the essential elements of technique that unlock control, precision, and ultimately—freedom in your dance. Because true expression begins with knowing your instrument: your body.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Chacarera: Connection with Music
In this workshop, together with Emilio Cornejo, you will delve into the rhythmic foundations of Chacarera, learning how to better feel and interpret its distinctive pulse. Through rhythmic exercises, you will explore ways to create rhythm using movement and body strikes, working with the body as a rhythmic instrument. This practice will help you achieve greater freedom, precision, and expressiveness in
Chacarera: Step Variations
Together with Emilio Cornejo, you will explore different step variations in Chacarera to enrich your dance repertoire. Emilio will show you how to adapt your movements and expression to different musical arrangements, adding more dynamism and variety to your dance. In this workshop, you will discover new ways to interpret Chacarera, learning how to play freely with rhythm and style.
Folklore Libre: Expression and Choreography in Zamba
Emilio will introduce you to the rich choreography of Zamba – an incredibly emotional dance of Argentine folklore. You will learn how to perform its characteristic movements solo, in pairs, and in groups, exploring different ways to express emotions through dance. This workshop will help you develop expression, freedom of movement, and creativity on the dance floor.
Michael Lavocah
Musical seminars- Musical Secrets
with the author of several books about Tango Orchestras
Michael Lavocah is a true tango music enthusiast and expert, effortlessly drawing listeners into the fascinating world of orchestras and melodies from the Golden Age of tango. His book, Tango Stories: Musical Secrets, is a must-read for every tango lover—filled with intriguing stories and musical discoveries, already translated into six languages. Currently, he is working on the Tango Masters series, dedicated to legendary conductors and orchestrators. His lectures and seminars are not just a wealth of knowledge but, above all, an inspiring journey into the very heart of tango music—a journey that ignites passion in both dancers and music lovers around the world.
Once again, he will be joining Quiero Verte, taking you on another musical journey full of rhythm, emotion, and the mysteries of great orchestras. He has prepared three exceptional seminars:
How to listen to Tango Music?
- Upgrade your ears! Simply essential, the most important lecture Michael gives. In tango we often focus on dancing skills but just as important are the listening skills which go with them. As dancers we respond differently to different layers within the music, and in this presentation you’ll learn to identify and listen to them. Many tangueros have reported that this lecture changed the way they danced – without taking a step.
Carlos Di Sarli: The Man and His Music
Carlos Di Sarli created the most elegant music that tango has ever known. The music sounds simple and has an incredibly broad appeal but listen closely and it starts to become mysterious. The bandoneons are largely inaudible, being totally dominated by the strings, but it is the unique and powerful piano playing of Di Sarli himself which propels the music forwards. Di Sarli kept his exceptional style a closely guarded secret, refusing even to let other musicians watch him play - but you’ll learn his secrets in this presentation.
Ricardo Tanturi: The Master od RhythmT
anturi kept his music simple with strong beats and clear melodies but he was by no means an imitator of D’Arienzo. The orchestra had a low profile until the incorporation of the flamboyant Alberto Castillo as their vocalist created a sensation. Castillo quit at the height of their success, but the milongueros say that his replacement was even better for dancing. This is a new presentation, created especially for the Quiero Verte festival.
🍷 Wine Tasting with Tornike
Unwind and connect over a curated selection of wines, handpicked by Tornike—Krakow’s beloved Hungarian wine expert and owner of a local vinoteka. He’ll guide you through 4–5 unique wines from Poland and the Moravian region, sharing stories, flavors, and fun facts along the way. No tango shoes needed—just bring your curiosity and a desire to mingle.
Charla: Inside the Tango
– Roles, Challenges & Milonga Culture
Join us for an open and thoughtful discussion on the evolving roles of leader and follower, the emotional journey of learning tango, and the unspoken codes that shape the milonga experience.
Led by Yanina, a respected milonguera from Buenos Aires and a trained psychotherapist, this charla will explore the struggles, joys, and dynamics that dancers face both on and off the floor. Expect insights, laughter, and maybe even a few truths you've been waiting to hear.
A space to reflect, connect, and deepen your understanding of the tango community.
Navigation in tango
Navigation in tango is more than just a photo of the line of dance—it’s about making the entire dance floor flow like a living, breathing organism. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to keep the flow moving, handle blockers with confidence, and enter and exit the floor safely.
And here’s the bonus: discover how focusing on navigation can actually improve your posture and elevate your overall dance presence.
Santiago Buonomo
Join us for a unique tour of Kraków led by Santiago Buonomo – a Uruguayan tangero who has been living in Poland for years and sees this city from a truly special perspective.
Santiago will take you on a journey through Kraków’s streets, revealing both its famous landmarks and hidden corners filled with fascinating stories. This will be a walk full of tales – about the city, tango, the blending of cultures, and the magic that connects Kraków with Buenos Aires.
But this won’t be just any tour! In the spirit of tango, we will pause to soak in the city’s atmosphere, listen to its rhythm, and discover places that resonate with the soul of a dancer.
The tour will be conducted in English.
Don’t miss the chance to see Kraków through the eyes of our Polish Uruguayan!
Saturday Breakfast – A Taste of Poland
Ease into the final day of the festival with a cozy and delicious Polish-style breakfast. We’ll share a sampler of local breakfast favorites—cottage cheese, regional hams, and famously amazing bread—served in a relaxed setting perfect for lingering conversations and new friendships.
