Tango is not only a fascinating dance but also a fascinating philosophy, culture and lifestyle. The search of tango is the search of connection, love, fellowship, unity, harmony and beauty, i.e., an idealism that is not consistent with the dehumanizing reality of the modern world. The world divides us into individuals, but tango unites us into a team and community. In tango we are not individualists, feminists, nationalists, Democrats, Republicans, etc., but interconnected and interdependent members of the human family. Tango calls us to tear down the walls, to build bridges, and to regain humanity through altruism, connection, cooperation, accommodation, and compromise. It is a dance that teaches the world to love.

September 8, 2018

Champaign Milongueros Group Charter


Champaign Milongueros is a group of tango students who regularly meet here to study and dance the milonguero style of tango.

Our mission is to gather like-minded local tango dancers, to promote the milonguero style of tango, and to cultivate a culture of fraternity, solidarity, cooperation and community within the group.

We observe the tango protocols practiced in the milongas of Buenos Aires, including personal hygiene, dress code, separate seating, cabeceo, navigation rules and milonga etiquettes. (See Milonga Codes.)

A leadership team consisting of four elected individuals is responsible for recruitment, training, events, and liaison.

This group opens only to committed tango enthusiasts who want tango to be part of their lifestyle, not for casual dancers.

The following are the terms to join this group:

1. Dedicating to the milonguero style of tango.

2. Committing to regular and long-term participation.

3. In addition to attending classes and dancing at this location, members rotate to host a biweekly group event, such as potluck, picnic, hiking, seminar, tea party, sports, milonga, etc., at a separate time and location of their choice. These activities are designed to foster friendships and encourage members to participate in team building.

4. Newcomers must agree to this charter, complete the training and meet our standard to become a member and attend our milongas.



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  1. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2018 at 3:14 PM

    It sounds like the Champaign First Congregational Church of Tango is now open. ;)
    T-SVB

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