Yuliana Basmajyan is an Argentine tango instructor, performer, organizer as well as the creator of Yuli B: a brand dedicated to promoting tango in the greater Los Angeles area. Yuliana Basmajyan and her former partner Brian Nguyen are the only couple to win two Tango Salon US Championships (2010 & 2011) and to make the finals at the Mundial World Championship in Buenos Aires 4 years in a row! They are also the only US couple to ever place at the Salon World Championship by taking home the bronze medal in 2011. Yuliana and her former partner have taught and performe ..read more

Mimi Hirsch, Berlin (Germany) Mimi is known for her deep level connection in the dance, her musical playfulness and elegance. She is the founder of Academia de Tango Berlin, performed at international tango festivals and on famous stages. She won the German Tango Championships and the UK Tango Championships (Tango de Pista). Mimi is also the organizer of the BERLIN OPEN Tango Contest. Exploring Tango in a deep and transformative way that is what Mimi is known for as a teacher. She developed a very unique and fascinating style of teaching always with the focus on what people need most. She ..read more

Melody Flores has been an avid tanguera since 2011 and has fallen in love with organizing tango events after years of teaching. With a marketing and event planning background, Melody has the hands-on experience to prepare for and run an epic tango party. She is known for her attention to detail, interpersonal skills, and can downright handle business. Melody is the event manager for Colorado’s Tango on the Rocks Festival and is so excited to bring her genius for the second time to the SoCal Tango Championship and Festival! Tel: 914-652-4384 Email: melodyrose.f@gmail.com   T ..read more

SoCal is thrilled to have Amanda DiGarli once again act as our competition coordinator! In this role, she will be responsible for managing all the logistics of our competitors during our 4-day event. A favorite on the dance floor, Amanda has been a staple in the tango scene for over 10 years. Her passion for tango led her to explore and become a sought-after DJ in the tango scene.Tango found her when she was studying to be an engineer in 2010. It was the perfect moment to wake her up to the real joys of life: connecting with people, grabbing life by the horns, and being open to unexpected ..read more

We’ve listened to all your feedback and wishes and have decided to make this year’s edition of SoCal better than ever! What can you expect if you join us in March? Here’s how our event has changed since 2023. We are so excited to move to a new location and all the amazing places in close proximity to it. The Hilton Irvine/Orange County Airport provides us with the space we need to accommodate our ever expanding championship and festival. The Hilton Irvine offers us many conveniences that will give you more to experience during your stay. We have expanded our event from 3 days to 4 days. W ..read more

If you are not sleeping in after a long night of dancing or taking workshops with some of our world renowned maestros, here are some amazing options for you to experience during your days. Laguna beach is one of our favorite destinations in all of Southern California.  From the secret beach coves to the mouth watering restaurants with breathtaking views, to the quaint art galleries and boutique shops, Laguna has it all. Las Brisas Mexican restaurant, nestled on the northern end of Laguna Beach, offers world class hospitality, an eclectic Southern California cuisine and stunning ..read more

Dear LA Tango Community, SoCal is thrilled to announce, Maxi & Paloma – Intensive Tango Weekend, January 27-29, 2023. Let’s give them a warm welcome especially since it will be their first visit. What do tangueros have to say about these rock stars (Valentango survey 2022: categorized as AMAZING) It is hard to imagine better instructors  Generous with their time and ensure all students receive attention   Helpful, friendly and passionate about tango  The best all around couple of the festival  It is no wonder why these two, 2nd place Mundial Champions, are hig ..read more

SCTC offers the perfect setting to take your dancing to the next level. Whether you are a die-hard competitor or love the idea of trying out a competition, SCTC offers an unparalleled experience. We invite you to be part of the biggest international competition in the US that attracts dancers from all around the world. Fair and Balanced Judging We go the extra mile to ensure that our judging panel upholds the highest standards. An independent competition supervisor, Danilo Maddalena, organizer of the official European tango championship, is hired from Italy to oversee the procee ..read more

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SCTC Family,  Happy New Year!!! Let’s start the year by sharing how we will delight you in 2023!!! Your feedback has helped us prioritize what is most important to you. From longer milongas to open air dancing, we are certain you will love all that’s new in 2023… Dream vacation destination blocks from the beach  SCTC will offer 3 nights of milongas that go until 3:00 am Maestros of Maestros teaching and performing  2 dance floors sharing the same music & balcony seating for max viewing  More seating available than ever before  A free afternoon milonga in San ..read more