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Tuesday Night Tango in Ventura
Since Spring 2009, local dancers in Ventura have been getting together informally on Tuesday evenings to play music, socialize, practice, dance + share Argentine Tango.
Overview on Tuesday Night Tango in Ventura
Capistrano's Restaurant — down by the ocean ... 2101 Mandalay Beach Road, Oxnard — in the Embassy Suites Hotel — just off Harbor Boulevard, between Channel Islands Harbor + the beach
Tuesday Evenings — starts around 7:30 pm, goes until about 10:30 ... $5.00 — Suggested Donation
On most nights, the práctica is actively supervised by Stephen Bauer — feel free to ask for his input and feedback on any tango issue ... and thanks for making a small donation to the cigar box in appreciation.
(For more focused attention or the possibility of private sessions,
please contact Stephen + Deb directly.)
Atmosphere + Format
Part informal práctica and part spontaneous milonga, the Tuesday Night atmosphere is very casual and low-key, and the dancers friendly and welcoming — with an emphasis on having a good time, improving their Tango, and practicing + sharing what they know with each other.
The dancing gets under way about 7:30 pm, and runs until 10:30 or so ...
On any given night, a wide variety of people might stop by and spend some time on the dance floor — including experienced local tango dancers, visiting tangueros from beyond the area, those just beginning their investigations of Argentine Tango, and many who have already mastered West Coast Swing or other forms of dance and are looking to explore new territory.
Altogether, this mix of perspectives + kinetic backgrounds helps foster an open-mindedness and generosity of spirit that makes it easy to delve into new situations, encounter the unexpected, confront old habits + limitations, unlock stubborn issues, and coax new skills + ideas into view. A relaxed sense of freedom is the rule, cross-pollination is common, fresh insights are the norm.
Naturally, newbies, onlookers + the tango-curious help round out the scene.
And although there's no formal "cover charge" to enjoy the music and dancing:
- Dancers are encouraged to buy food and drinks during the evening to help justify our presence in a working restaurant ...
- Voluntary contributions help keep the night strong by supporting the music, and helping acknowledge the evening's DJ(s) and práctica supervisor ...
- When there's a special event, visiting instructor, or guest DJ, the hosts may decide to "pass the hat" among participating dancers to help support + expand the range of tango possibilities on these Tuesday Nights.
Space + Restaurant
Capistrano's is the new location for Tuesday Night Tango in Ventura.
This award-winning restaurant is in the elegant Embassy Suites hotel on Mandalay Beach and the shore of the Pacific Ocean, right across from the Channel Islands Harbor.
Diners and bar patrons overlook the dedicated dance space — which has a sleek faux wood floor, a high ceiling, and plenty of room to move, practice + explore ... or to find the groove of a beautiful ronda and melt away into tango bliss.
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Dance Space at Capistrano's
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Map + Driving Directions
Map to Capistrano's — in the Embassy Suites, 2101 Mandalay Beach Road, Oxnard ...
Driving from Los Angles + points south:
- Take the 101 Freeway (northbound) to Oxnard. Exit at "Vineyard" (62A)
- South on Vineyard (0.5 mi), then south on Oxnard Blvd (2.5 mi), then west on Wooley (3.5 mi), then south on Harbor Blvd. (0.8 mi) ...
- Turn right/west at Costa del Oro, then straight ahead at Mandalay Beach Road into the Embassy Suites — to the right, look for valet parking ... to the left, underground self-parking for $3/hour *
Driving from Santa Barbara + points north:
- Take the 101 Freeway (southbound) to Ventura. Exit at "Seaward" (68)
- Turn left at Harbor Boulevard, go south (6.7 mi) to Channel Islands Harbor.
- Turn right/west at Costa del Oro, then straight ahead at Mandalay Beach Road into the Embassy Suites — to the right, look for valet parking ... to the left, underground self-parking for $3/hour*
Music + B.Y.O.
While there is no "official D.J." at these Tuesday Night Tango gatherings, one or more of the regular dancers typically steps up and provides the music. On most nights, you can expect tight tandas with an emphasis on selections from the Golden Age.
However, flexibility and responsiveness win the day ... so if you have something particular you'd like to hear while you practice or dance — whether it's classic tango, something of more recent vintage, or a completely new sound — please make a request, and we'll play it if we have it in our library.
Or better yet, bring it along and contribute it to the evening's mix. There's no house system at Capistrano's, but your iPod and audio CD's will play on a boombox provided by one of the dancers ...
And since many of the regulars have impressive backgrounds in West Coast Swing, Salsa and other forms of dance, don't be surprised if a non-Tango break or two erupts during the evening.
Calendar
For upcoming dates, please see the calendar listings on:
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