Date: April 14-21, 2026

10 spots available

The Highlights

8 Days and 7 Nights Tango Retreat in Buenos Aires

Dive into an unforgettable retreat designed exclusively for women, set in the world’s tango capital—curated and led by the powerful female duo, Diana Cruz and Veronika Kruta.

Follower-Focused Workshops with Professional Tango Partners

Improve your skills in follower-focused tango workshops — where you're paired with elite professional leaders from the Buenos Aires tango community.

Private Practica with Professional Tango Partners

Put your new following skills into action in an intimate practica, dancing with our team of professional leaders. Get real-time feedback and personal insights from both your partners and your instructors, Veronika and Diana.

Leading for Ladies Classes

Deepen your understanding of tango by exploring the dance from the other side of the embrace—strengthen both your following and leading by developing a more complete picture of the dance.

Daily Body Conditioning Classes

Energize and prepare your body for tango with Veronika’s dynamic vinyasa-yin-yoga-fusion and Diana’s powerful, signature Tangotensegrity method—designed to enhance your strength, flexibility, and body awareness.

Milonga Outings

Immerse yourself in the vibrant Buenos Aires milonga scene with tailored recommendations that match your taste and goals. Enjoy two exclusive outings accompanied by our expert professional leaders—plus the option to book them for additional evenings.

Traditional Argentine Asado (BBQ)

Enjoy an authentic asado feast—complete with delicious vegetarian and vegan options—while sharing stories and unforgettable moments from the retreat during our festive final group dinner.

Tango Shoe and Clothing Shopping Excursion

Explore the best local designers to find stylish, comfortable tango shoes and clothes tailored to your unique taste and needs—with our recommendations to make your shopping effortless and fun.

Pre-Trip Virtual Group Meetup and Essential Info Session

Connect with fellow participants and get all the essential travel tips during our pre-trip Zoom session. Plus, enjoy continuous guidance throughout your stay to help you navigate Buenos Aires and the tango scene like a true local.

Highlights

"You ladies have created such a remarkable retreat. It's truly fabulous and you both make it even better with your warm and friendly vibe. It was a true gift and will remain in my heart and mind forever as a core memory."

Follower-Focused Workshops

Partner with our hand-picked team of professional dancers from the Buenos Aires tango community in workshops guided by Diana Cruz and Veronika Kruta.

These follower-focused classes start with fundamental technique and progress to more complex material—offering the right balance of depth and challenge to support your growth—wherever you are on your journey.

Dancing with professional partners accelerates your learning with clear, supportive feedback and an inspiring sense of connection. You’ll be amazed at how quickly your dancing transforms.

Ideal for intermediate dancers and accessible to advanced beginners with experience in foundational figures like walking to the cross, ochos, and giros.

Not sure if it's the right fit? Reach out and let’s chat!

"The teaching was highly personalized with top level knowledge of both tango and body structure, and the energy from Vero and Diana was infectious, making learning enjoyable and rewarding."

Our taxi dancers

Professional dancers who are there to facilitate your learning!

Highly skilled professionals from the Buenos Aires tango community, carefully selected by Veronika and Diana, to partner you in the workshops and join us for some of our milonga outings.

Taxi dancers give feedback when requested and are also available for additional private lessons or practice sessions.

Our team is selected not just for their skill but for the patience, openness, and the kindness they exhibit when working with retreat participants.

"These dancers made me beyond happy! Having immediate and ongoing feedback was soooo helpful!

They were all so gracious and never made me feel like it was "work" to be there dancing with us. I hope they know how very, very special their kindness and consideration felt, and helped make this journey exceed all my expectations!!"

Tango Leading Workshops

Deepen your tango by exploring the dance from the leader’s perspective in a fun, supportive environment—where you’ll partner with your fellow women and experience the embrace in a whole new way.

No prior leading experience needed! We’ll start with the fundamentals and offer optional challenges for those with some leading under their belt. It’s an empowering way to strengthen both your following and leading, while gaining a more complete understanding of the dance.

"You did a great job of providing all levels material to the group and individually meeting people where they are at when you went around one to one. You put a LOT of energy and effort in during the entire class and it shows!"

Yoga / Body Conditioning

Support your tango journey with daily classes designed to nourish, strengthen, and awaken your body.

You'll experience a dynamic blend of Veronika’s signature vinyasa, yin, and yoga fusion—crafted specifically for dancers—alongside Diana’s powerful Tangotensegrity method, which builds alignment, fluidity, and deep body awareness.

These sessions will help you stay energized and injury-free throughout the retreat while enhancing your body intelligence to support your tango on and off the dance floor.

Suitable for all levels and body types—no prior experience needed.

"The best way to wake up the body, but best of all, the link between the consciousness of one's body and the particular movements that we seek in tango. If only I could start my day with these classes every day!"

Milonga Outings

Explore the diverse milonga scene in Buenos Aires as a group or venture off on your own with our personalized recommendations. Many milongas will have live orchestras and performances.

Our team of taxi dancers will accompany us for some of these outings so you're guaranteed to dance to your heart's content! During these outings we'll offer plenty of tips for getting cabaceos and how to navigate milonga etiquette and customs that are specific to Buenos Aires.

"The first practica we went to was EXTREMELY empowering and set a very positive tone.

Loved the front seat at the milongas with live music! What an amazing experience!"

Tango Shoe and Clothing Shopping Excursion

Shop all of the latest styles at the variety of tango clothing and shoe designers in Buenos Aires!

With so many options it can be overwhelming to find what you like and need. Veronika and Diana will recommend the right stores that are perfect for your taste and size, including details like the width of your feet, the height of the heel, and your budget.

On our free day, Veronika and Diana will make appointments to go check out these stores and accompany you to assist with making decisions and communicating with the shop owners.

"Shopping in smaller groups with you two was incredible. And I am SOOOOOOO GRATEFUL that I finally found some clothes and amazing shoes. I cannot thank you both enough for taking the time to escort us to different places."

Asado Night

A Traditional Argentine BBQ

Enjoy an authentic asado feast—complete with delicious vegetarian and vegan options—while sharing stories and unforgettable moments from the retreat during our festive final group dinner.

If weather permits we'll do this on the rooftop terrace!

"This retreat fed my SOUL!!!"

Venue

The retreat venue is a boutique tango guest house, called La Maleva.

Owned by a tango dancer and managed by a friendly and helpful staff, La Maleva is a gorgeously remodeled historical home, conveniently located in the Almagro neighborhood, close to many milongas and cute cafes.

The house includes comfortable and modern bedrooms, a shared and well equipped kitchen, spacious living room, rooftop terrace and a dance studio which guests can use to book additional private lessons or practice sessions and attend additional events and classes hosted there. All bedrooms have a safety deposit box and air conditioning.

La Maleva can provide taxi service from the Buenos Aires EZEIZA airport, and breakfast upon request.

We will have the entire house reserved for our group. Each room is unique and will be available on a first-come-first-served basis. Room rates range from $40-$90/Night.

There are 2 rooms that are initially reserved for double occupancy and will be given up for single occupancy if not booked by December 14, 2025. Those rooms are The Di Sarli and the Juan D'Arienzo.

Go to La Maleva's website to see details and photos of each room >>

About your guides

Veronika is a tango and yoga teacher, transformation coach, and retreat organizer based in Buenos Aires, with a rich background in Fine and Performing Arts.

Diana is a tango teacher and performing artist with roots in mind-body wellness and classical and contemporary dance. She travels the world sharing her art and passion.

Since 2012, Veronika and Diana have been collaborating to create magical, inspiring events and teach tango with a body-conscious approach. Together, they bring charisma, laughter, and deep insight into the classroom—always grounded in respect, compassion, and genuine care for their students.

While they each continue to dance and collaborate with a variety of partners, both male and female, their shared passion lies in uplifting and supporting women in the tango space.

Through their teaching and retreat experiences, Veronika and Diana aim to help you:

Cultivate a deeper, more meaningful relationship with your body and mind
Reconnect with your adventurous spirit—to feel alive, joyful, and free
Experience a true sense of belonging and connection with others

Learn more about Veronika > Learn more about Diana >

"Holy crap, I've never been around such supportive women in my entire life."

Itinerary

Tuesday
April 14

Check-in / Money-Exchange / Nap

6:00-7:00pm
Opening Circle & Orientation Meeting

7:30pm
Group Dinner Outing

Milonga Options

Saturday
April 18

FREE DAY

2:00-6:00pm

Options:

Private Lessons / Practice / Tango Shoe & Clothing Shopping / Site-Seeing / Afternoon milongas

Dinner Options

Milonga with Taxi Dancers

Wednesday
April 15

12:45-1:45pm

yoga: vinyasa

2:15-3:15pm

Leading for Ladies

4:30-6:00pm

Following w/ Taxi Dancers

Dinner & Milonga Options

Sunday
April 19

12:45-1:45pm

body conditioning: tangotensegrity

2:15-3:15pm

Leading for Ladies

4:30-6:00pm

Following w/ Taxi Dancers

Dinner & Milonga Options

Thursday
April 16

12:45-1:45pm

body conditioning: tangotensegrity

2:15-3:15pm

Leading for Ladies

4:30pm

Options:

Private Lessons / Practice / Tango Shoe & Clothing Shopping / Site-Seeing / Afternoon milongas

Dinner Options

Milonga with Taxi Dancers

Monday
April 20

12:45-1:45pm

yoga: yin

2:15-3:15pm

Leading for Ladies

4:30-6:00pm

Practica with Taxi Dancers

7:00-9:00pm Asado (Traditional Argentine BBQ)

Dinner & Milonga Options + Optional Final Night with Taxi Dancers

Friday
April 17

12:45-1:45pm

yoga: vinyasa

2:15-3:15pm

Leading for Ladies

4:30-6:00pm

Following w/ Taxi Dancers

Dinner & Milonga Options

Tuesday
April 21

10:00am Check-Out

Options:

Private Lessons / Practice / Tango Shoe & Clothing Shopping / Site-Seeing / afternoon milongas

"There's a reason I keep coming back to the two of you - you both work so hard to continue improving and sharing what you know. Thank you!"

Frequently Asked Questions (Faqs)

Do I have to have prior yoga or body conditioning experience to participate?

No. The yoga and body conditioning classes will be suitable for a variety of bodies with options for newbies and experienced practitioners alike.

Do I have to have prior tango experience to participate?

Yes. This retreat is geared towards dancers who have taken tango classes before and have experience attending practicas and/or milongas. If you are newer to tango and want to join this retreat we highly recommend you take more classes prior to the trip and attend as many milongas or practicas as possible. You can also come early and take some private lessons!

Can I skip the yoga and body conditioning and come just for the tango?

Yes. All activities on this trip are optional. However, there are many other tango retreats that don't include yoga and body conditioning and one of the unique aspects of this one is to bring a mind-body conscious approach to tango.

Can I skip the leading classes?

Yes. All activities on this trip are optional. However, there are many other tango retreats that don't include leading for ladies and one of the unique aspects of this one is to study both roles, if only to give you a better understanding of the follower's role by experiencing the opposite side of the embrace.

Will there be time to book private lessons?

Yes. There will be ample time throughout the retreat to schedule private lessons or other activities that are not on the itinerary.

How much do things cost in Argentina?

The exchange rate fluctuates but always in the favor of the US Dollar, so things will certainly be cheaper in Buenos Aires than they are in the US or Europe. We will keep everyone updated on the latest rates before the trip, but to give you an idea, dinner at an average restaurant will cost around $30USD, milonga entrance around $5, taxi to a milonga around $2-5, coffee around $3.

Can I come earlier or stay longer?

Yes! If you have the option to do this we highly recommend it. In the past participants have found it nice to arrive at least a day earlier to settle in, rest, and get familiar with their surroundings or purchase tango shoes or anything else needed at the start of the trip. Staying longer after the retreat is also a great option because the retreat will give you a great introduction to how things work in Buenos Aires and the tango scene here so that you will feel comfortable continuing on your own after.

Am I too young/old to join?

No. All ages are welcome to join. In the past, we've had a wide range of ages and backgrounds. We take great care in creating an ambiance in which everyone feels welcome. Milongas in Buenos Aires have a lot of diversity in age. There are milongas that are friendly to all ages and others that tend to veer in one direction or the other. If you are looking for a particular type of experience, the benefit of joining this trip is that you will have our guidance in which milonga to choose based on your needs, or you can join the milonga outings with the rest of the group.

Will I get asked to dance at the milongas in Buenos Aires?

There are a lot of factors that determine this such as how well you cabaceo, the type of milonga you go to, how friendly you appear, whom you are looking at, etc. In our initial welcome meeting, we will give you a detailed insight into how to ensure that you're not sitting out during your time on this trip. For several of our milonga outings, we will also have our team of taxi dancers join us specifically to dance with you!

Do I have to sign up with a partner?

No. You do not need to sign up with a partner because we will have you partner our team of professional dancers from Buenos Aires.

What if my husband/partner wants to join me in Buenos Aires?

While the retreat classes are explicitly for women (with the exception of the taxi dancers who are men from the Buenos Aires community), your partner can certainly join you in Buenos Aires. There will be plenty of free time outside of the classes and you are free to go to any milongas with whomever you wish! There are several rooms at La Maleva that can accommodate couples).

Do I have to know how to speak Spanish?

No. While it's certainly helpful to have a bit of language proficiency when you are traveling to a Spanish speaking country, it's not necessary. The classes on the retreat will be taught in English and your retreat guides are both fluent in Spanish and can help with any language needs throughout the trip. All of the assistant dancers we have chosen speak and understand English as well.

Is Wifi available at the retreat venue?

Yes. Wifi is free and reliable at La Maleva. Most restaurants and milongas around the city also have free and mostly reliable Wifi.

If you have any other questions please don't hesitate to ask!

"I couldn't have imagined a better way to experience tango in Buenos Aires. I loved every minute of it!"

Pricing

RETREAT RATES (Listed in USD)

General Public

$1,915 + (Room Fee)

Returning Participant or On-Demand Yoga Members

$1,815 + (Room Fee)

Returning Participant PLUS On-Demand Yoga Members

$1,715 + (Room Fee)

ROOM RATES

Rooms at La Maleva Tango Guest House range from $40-$90 night. Some can be shared for as low as $30/night per person. Each room is unique and is available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Please go to La Maleva's website to see photos and details of rooms.

Your total retreat cost will be whichever retreat rate you are eligible for, PLUS whichever room you choose at la Maleva for the 7 nights of the retreat.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS TO BUDGET FOR

Private Lessons

Additional practice time or milonga outings with taxi dancers

Tango Shoes / Clothing

REFUND / CANCELLATION

Please read our full policy and deadlines below:

What’s included:

4x tango seminars w/ taxi dancers (1.5hrs each)
1x practica w/ taxi dancers (1.5 hours)
5x body conditioning classes (1hr each)
5x leading classes (1hr each)
2x milonga outings with taxi dancers (1.5hrs each / includes your admission)
1x Asado (Traditional Argentine BBQ)
Pre-trip virtual meetup & info session
Retreat Guide
Unlimited guidance on BA throughout the retreat

What’s not included:

Airfare
Meals (other than asado)
Taxi Fares
Additional Milonga Admissions
Airport Transfer
Room Fee (This is to be paid directly to La Maleva)
Additional hours of practice with the taxi dancers

Deadlines + Terms & Conditions

Your registration form + $900 deposit of your full retreat fee is required to secure your spot. Only 10 spots available so don't put off reserving yours!

Remainder of Retreat Fee Due by January 14, 2026.

Your room fee is paid directly to La Maleva. La Maleva requires a deposit of $100USD paid by paypal. The remainder is paid upon arrival in cash. You will receive instructions for booking your room via email after you have submitted your registration form and paid your retreat deposit.

Refund/Cancellation Policy:

Until February 14, 2026 - Full retreat fee refund minus $100 registration fee or you may choose to transfer your spot to someone else.

February 14 - 28, 2026 - Full retreat fee refund minus your $900 deposit or you may choose to transfer your spot to someone else found by you.

After February 28, 2026 - No refund but you may choose to transfer your spot to someone else found by you.

In the unlikely event that we would have to cancel the retreat at any point you will get a 100% refund of your existing balance or the option to apply your payment to a future retreat.

Travel Insurance that will cover the FULL COST of the retreat is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED in case you have to cancel after the refund deadline!

Please make sure to read all the terms & conditions.

Waiting List:

In the event that all 10 spots are filled, we will create a waiting list in the order of when we receive your request. Should anyone cancel their reservation you will be contacted and given the option to take their spot before we re-open registration to the general public.

Register

First name

Last name

Phone

Your facebook or Instagram URL if you have one

Your height (without heels) to help select our team of taxi dancers

Please describe your tango experience (i.e. how long you've been dancing, level, do you dance comfortably with most people at a milonga, and anything else you think I should know)

Please describe your yoga experience (i.e. how regularly you practice, how vigorous do you like your practice, are you familiar with basic poses, and anything else you think I should know about your yoga experience).

Please select your dietary choice for the Asado (BBQ)

How did you hear about this retreat?

I have read and understand the retreat terms & conditions

After you have filled out this form you will be directed to our payment page to submit your deposit of $900. Please note that your registration is not complete unless we receive your deposit in addition to this form. (Remainder due on January 14, 2026. Whatever discount you are eligible for will be applied to the remainder payment).