LA VENTANA
21 - 25 May 2025 ISTANBUL
Seminars are 120 minutes
14/05 THURSDAY 15/05 FRIDAY 16/05 SATURDAY 17/05 SUNDAY
12:30
14:30
ANDRES&NATACHA
Seminar
Playing with dynamics
Accelerations, explosions, suspensions, and pauses.
Discover how contrast creates intensity, and how stillness can be as powerful as movement in tango.
BRUNO&ROCIO
Seminar
Exploring The Pivot
How to go from ochos for both roles to overrotated moves
INDIRA / SABRINA / ROCIO / AYELEN / NATACHA / ZEYNEP
Followers Technique
RODRIGO / FEDERICO / BRUNO / ANDRES / MARTIN / SERCAN
Leaders Technique
Q&A WITH ALL CAST
There will be a Q&A session to explore ideas and thoughts on Tango with all maestros and DJs. A minimum of two seminars is required to participate in the Q&A.
13:00 - 14:30
14:45
16:45
FEDERICO&SABRINA
Seminar
NATURALNESS, FLUDITY and QUALITY IN DANCE
How and when be soft, or strong in the embrace. How to manage energy. Different examples for both roles.
This is a topic where the focus is more on how we do things, and examples of different movements can be used.
SERCAN&ZEYNEP
Seminar
Analyzing Circular Creativity: Intensity, Timing & Flow in Giros
Exploring how circularity can be shaped with creative choices; sculpting intensity, timing, and rhythmical patterns to craft giros that feel fluid, expressive, and well-balanced.
BRUNO&ROCIO / SERCAN&ZEYNEP
Duo Seminar
Tuning the Instrument for improvising as a pro: Tools to create the best relationship with your partner, the music, and a grounded connection.
Discover the key mechanics and simple moments that unlock easy connection and expressive dancing.
PRACTICA WITH ALL MAESTROS
Each couple on our cast will teach a simple combination and share their own unique interpretation. A minimum of two seminars is required to participate in the practica.
14:30 - 16:00
17:00
19:00
MARTIN&AYELEN
Seminar
The Vicente–Urrutia Signature: Technique, Connection & Style
A seminar focused on the elements that define the dance of Martín Vicente and Ayelén Urrutia: precise technique, sensitive connection, and an elegant, personal aesthetic. Participants will work with concrete tools designed to elevate the quality of their dance and to help each couple develop their own identity within tango.
FEDERICO&SABRINA / MARTIN&AYELEN
Duo Seminar
GIRO & GANCHOS – Technique, Flow & Musicality
A focused 2-hour intensive bringing together the elegance and clarity of tango salón with the dynamic precision of contemporary tango. The seminar explores how the structure of the giro naturally creates the space and conditions for ganchos to appear with safety, intention, and musical sense.
ANDRES&NATACHA / RODRIGO&INDIRA
Duo Seminar
DE LA TIERRA AL CIELO. Connection in the Couple and Creativity
A journey from the roots to the highest point. We’ll explore how floor-based technique can enhance connection, unlock creativity, and transform the shared experience into a more alive and expressive dance.
19.15
21.15
RODRIGO&INDIRA
Seminar
Sacadas for Leaders & Followers
A refined look at how sacadas can feel effortless, expressive and connected in both roles. Technique, timing and subtle variations blend to create movement that flows with clarity and elegance.
* All milongas, seminars and workshops will take place at Sofitel Taksim.