Argentine Tango Beginner's Course 17-18.10.2026 October XNUMX

Immerse yourself in the world of Argentine tango!

Welcome to the beginner's course in Argentine tango at Tanhuvaara! In this course you will learn the basics of the dance and get the opportunity to meet other enthusiasts of the sport in a happy and encouraging atmosphere.

The Ruskatango event will be held in Tanhuvaara on the same weekend as the beginner course, with a program that includes workshops by international dance teachers and atmospheric milonga dance parties in the evenings!

Course highlights

The course offers the perfect opportunity to get into the atmosphere of milongas, or Argentine tango dances, without any previous dance background. The lessons are designed so that everyone can join in at their own level and be able to dance in the evening milongas of the course.

The experience is more than just a dance lesson: full board guarantees carefree participation, and in the evenings you can enjoy dancing together with others. There is a spa and sauna for relaxation, and you can delve into the fascinating history of Argentine tango with a music lecture.

Professional instructors

The course instructors are from Kuopio. Kema Kemppainen ja Elina Vehvilainen, under whose skillful guidance you can enjoy the magic of dance. Come along to experience the magic of tango and let the steps take you away!

The course includes 5 x 1,5-hour lessons, where you will learn the basics of Argentine tango.

The beginner course is organized by a dance club from Kuopio. Tango Alegria association

The Program

Saturday 17.10.2026

at 9:30-10:15 Welcome to the beginner course!
at 10:30-12:00 The basics of Argentine tango while getting to know the group
12:00-13:00 Lunch
at 13:00 PM-14:30 PM Dance lessons
at 14:30-15:00 Break and opportunity for afternoon coffee (own expense)
at 15:00 PM-16:30 PM Dance lessons
16:30-20:30 Sport Spa open
at 17:00-18:15 Opportunity to participate in a tango music lesson
at 18:00-19:00 Dinner
at 19:00-21:00 Possibility to take a sauna at Tanhuvaara beach sauna
at 21:00 PM - Milonga dance event into the wee hours of the evening

Sunday 18.10.2026

07:00-9:30 Breakfast
at 10:00-10:45 Morning stretches
at 10:45-11:00 Room handover
at 11:00 PM-12:30 PM Dance lessons
12:30-13:30 Lunch
at 13:30 PM-15:00 PM Dance lessons and thank you for participating!
15:00 PM – Opportunity to relax at the Sport Spa before heading home

Price

€180,00/person/double occupancy

Single room supplement €35,00/day

The price includes:

• Double occupancy
• Full board meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) as per the program
• A diverse program and professional guidance
• Use of the gym and spa during public hours
• Participation in Milonga dances on Saturday evening

Do you need accommodation as early as Friday, October 16.10rd?

Extra night Fri-Sat 16.-17.10.
€45/person/double occupancy
€89/1 bed

The price includes breakfast, use of the gym and spa during public hours, and admission to the Milonga dance party on Friday, October 16.10rd.

Registration

• You will participate in the course with your partner.
• Both participants must register separately.

📧An information letter and invoice will be sent approximately 2–3 weeks before the start of the course.
📞 Additional information: Phone: 044 715 0400

Directors

Kema Kemppainen

My dance journey began in 2005, when I immersed myself in the world of Argentine tango under the guidance of Pasi and Maria Laurel. My curiosity and passion for the genre took me to Argentina twice, in 2006 and 2008, where I learned about the deep nuances of tango from different masters. 

Since 2007, I have been sharing the joy of dance in Kuopio with Tango Alegria lessons, and together with my wife Jaana Hänninen, we have increased our skills through numerous courses and master classes both in Finland and abroad. 

Teaching dance reached a new milestone in 2023, when I completed Finland's first Tango teacher training. Elina and I have been teaching in Kuopio since 2018, and in each of my lessons I strive to build the foundation of dance on good posture, warm embraces, and consideration for others. Music interpretation and technique are at the center, but dance is not just about movement—it's also about laughter, joy, and experiences! 

Elina Vehvilainen

Argentine tango took me with it in 2017, but dance has been a part of my life for a long time in different genres. Tango immediately captivated me with its intensity and power of emotion—it is not just movement, but a profound dialogue between the dancing couple and the music. 

My own tango journey has been international, and from the beginning I have traveled to seek inspiration and learn from the world's top teachers. In addition to Europe, I have learned valuable lessons in Buenos Aires and St. Petersburg, where I was able to enjoy regular private lessons. What I enjoy most when traveling abroad is heading to a local milonga to dance with new and old friends.

As a director, I want to convey more than technical knowledge—dance is about emotion, interpretation, and shared expression. I believe that every dancer tells a story about themselves through their movements, and I want to help everyone find their own voice on the dance floor. 

The course is a liberal arts education program, which is regulated by the Liberal Arts Education Act (632/1998).