Seeking to share our love of dance, Esquina Tango is a nonprofit cultural center founded in 2006 that brings Latin American dance and culture to the Austin community. Through hard work and community support, we transformed an old church in East Austin into a vibrant tango studio, intentionally choosing the neighborhood for its cultural richness and accessibility.
Inspired by Argentina’s La Boca, our colorful building and welcoming environment create a unique experience for all who enter. What began as a tango studio has grown into a cultural hub hosting community events celebrating Argentine and other Latin American cultures, offering Spanish and Portuguese classes, and teaching dances like tango, samba, and salsa aerobics.
With a team of professional instructors, we have offered more than 5,000 classes and over 240 cultural events—continuing to enrich lives through dance and culture.
Our Mission
Esquina Tango creates vibrant, connected communities through teaching and celebrating dance, language, and culture. We actively nurture and support artists, while promoting all dance forms with an emphasis on Latin American traditions.
Our Values
Cultural Celebration
Connection
Community
Diversity
Accessibility
Education
Our Vision
Esquina Tango envisions vibrant communities thriving and connecting through the transformative power of dance and cultural sharing.
Racial Equity Statement
At Esquina Tango, we recognize Tango, Salsa, Cumbia, Bachata, Samba, and other Latin American dances as living cultural traditions shaped by Black, Indigenous, and immigrant communities. We honor their roots in the African diaspora, Indigenous traditions, and the histories of the Americas.
We strive to create a space grounded in respect, curiosity, and care—on and off the dance floor. We believe racial equity strengthens our community and deepens our connection to tango.
We are committed to fostering an environment where people of all races, ethnicities, nationalities, and identities feel welcomed, respected, and safe. Racial equity is an ongoing practice that requires reflection, accountability, and action.
Esquina Tango Day
Esquina Tango On December 11th, 2025, we gathered at Austin City Hall to celebrate Esquina Tango Proclamation Day! The City of Austin officially recognized Esquina Tango for uplifting cultural diversity and nurturing artistic spaces in our city -the celebration was open to the public. This was a huge milestone for the Latin dance community, not only in Austin but in the state and the country. Esquina Tango
2026 Esquina Staff
Areli Buenrostro, Ariana Sosa, Carlos Amaro, Gracia Tanger, Danielle Carey, Gustavo Simplis, Jessica Briones, Marcela Vega, Monica Caivano, Nancy Zepeda, & Sydney Briggs.
2025 Board Members
Glenn Meter, Martha Ramos Duffer, Michelle Wald, Mickey Jacobs, and Will Juste.
