Big Island Tango Immersion
with Yulia Maluta and George Garcia
August 28th - 31st, 2025
Kona, Hawaii
★ Inspiring Tango Workshops ★ Four Nights of Evening Milongas ★ Yoga and Tango Body Awareness classes ★
- Maestros and Hosts: Yulia Maluta and George Garcia -
★ Deejays will include Michael McCarrell and Tony Agnes & George Garcia.
Location
All Tango workshops and Milongas will be held at Big Island Social Dance Club (BISDC) 74-5583 Luhia St., Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740.
Suggested accommodations:
- Pacific 19 Hotel
The base rate of $189, a $15 amenity fee, and applicable taxes, is a total of $207.00.
We reserved 10 rooms at Pacific 19 Hotel with discounted group rate with option of flexible dates and King or Double beds options. Pacific 19 is conveniently located in the center of Kona within 5 minute walking distance to the beach and shopping center and 7 minute bike ride to the dance studio. Bikes are provided by Pacific 19. Body awareness and yoga classes will also be held at Pacific 19 Hotel.
Get Your Pass..
Secure your Early Bird Immersion Pass by July 20th - $250 regular,
$199 for Islanders ($320 after July 20th). Join us in paradise!
Join our welcoming tango family and experience the perfect blend of passionate dance and the
serene aloha spirit. Across four enchanting days, you'll dive into inspiring tango workshops,
vibrant evening milongas, and rejuvenating yoga sessions, all set against the stunning natural
beauty of Hawaii. Come be part of this unforgettable journey of dance, connection,
and embrace!
Schedule of Workshops and Milongas..
Thursday, August 28th..
- 7:00pm-8:00pm: Meet & Greet (Tango Elasticity & Secrets of Connection)
- 8:00pm-Midnight: 🌿 Tropical Theme Milonga with DJ Michael - A lush, relaxing yet festive atmosphere inspired by the vibrant beauty of Hawaii's tropical landscapes. Colors: Rich greens, bright pinks, sunset oranges, tropical yellows - the palette of a Hawaiian garden.
Friday, August 29th..
- 9:00-10:00am: Tango Yoga Stretch
- 10:00-10:30am: Balance and Solo Tango Technique
- 1:30-2:30pm: Pure Technique Giro & The Perfect Cruzada
- 2:45-3:45: Exploring Vocabulary of the Follower in the Parada
- 4:00-5:00pm Simple Colgadas & Volcadas
- 8:00-8:30pm Pre-Milonga mixer class (favorite steps of George and Yulia)
- 8:30-12:00pm: 🔥 Pele's Fire Milonga w/Deejay Michael - Honoring Pele, the Hawaiian goddess of fire and volcanoes. Fiery colors are welcomed (red, black, orange, gold), fiery tango music (dramatic, passionate tandas).
Saturday..
- 9:00-10:00am: Breath, Conditioning and Stretch for Tango
- 10:00-10:30am: Balance and Solo Tango Technique
- 1:30-2:30pm: Sacadas & Displacements
- 2:45-3:45pm: Enganches for the Social Floor
- 4:00-5:00pm Milonga Traspie & Vals Variations
- 8:00-8:30pm Pre-Milonga mixer class (favorite steps of George and Yulia)
- 8:30pm-12 Midnight: 🌟Dress to Impress, Milonga Bling Bling w/ Deejay Tony plus live music set with Yumbel Marassi - and full of energy bling bling. Sets of live music, Tango, and Hula demos.
Sunday..
- 9:00-10:00am: Yoga and stretch for dancers
- 1:30-2:30pm Сconversation of tango, embellishments and musicality
- 2:45-3:45pm: Boleos Variations - Low & High
- 4:00-5:00pm: Advanced Colgadas and Volcadas
- 8:00-8:30pm Pre-Milonga mixer class (fav. steps of G&Y)
- 8:30-12pm: 🌊Stars and Ocean Breeze Milonga w/Deejay George Garcia - A sea-inspired theme — colors: blue, turquoise, and white with seashells, driftwood, and flowing fabrics. A playlist with airy, melodic tango tunes and an open, relaxed atmosphere.
Closest Hotels..
- Pacific 19, a discounted rates arranged
- Courtyard Marriott King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel
Package..
- Early bird special before July 20th
- All inclusive package $250
- One day package: $99
After July 20th..
- All inclusive package: $310
- One day package: $120
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