Dance
Argentine Tango
in Darwin

Dance. Connect. Belong.

Northern Tango is a welcoming community bringing Argentine Tango classes, practicas, milongas and workshops to Darwin.

More than just a dance. It’s a community.

Classes

Beginner to advanced tango classes in a welcoming and supportive environment.

Community

A friendly and inclusive community built around connection, music and dance.

Events

Milongas, practicas, workshops and special tango events throughout the year.

Workshops

Learn from Australian and international visiting teachers in Darwin.

Why Become a Member?

Community & Belonging

As a member, you will become part of a welcoming and inclusive tango community, with opportunities to connect with local dancers and visiting artists.

Discounts & Priority

Members enjoy discounted entry to milongas, practicas, and events, priority booking for workshops, and unlock more than $400 AUD in value through free practica and heavily subsidised workshops .

Learning Opportunities

You will have access to high-quality workshops at the cheapest member rates in Australia, with Northern Tango subsidising the rest — including opportunities to learn from visiting international teachers.

Influence & Participation

Members have the ability to vote on key community decisions (if applicable), provide input on future workshops, DJs, and events, and have the opportunity to volunteer to help shape the community.

Support the Community

Your membership helps sustain and grow Argentine Tango in Darwin, supporting events and bringing high-quality instructors to the community.

Join us Today - $35

What’s Happening at Northern Tango

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A DARWIN COMMUNITY THAT LOVES TANGO

More Than Dance

Northern Tango is built around connection, not perfection.

We keep tango accessible through regular practicas, social dancing, visiting teachers and a welcoming community where beginners and experienced dancers can share the floor.

Whether you come for the dance, the music, the friendships or the challenge — Northern Tango gives you a place to belong.

Committee Members

President

Ahmed Fathy

Vice President

Alister Lindsay

Secretary

Chris Cox

Treasurer

Susana Lu-Dizon

Public Officer

Liliana Aristizbal

Committee Members
  • Carol Richards
  • Pablo Farias
  • Liliana Aristizbal

OUR JOURNEY

The Story of Northern Tango

From a small practica in Darwin to a thriving tango community. A journey built on passion, people and connection.

2004

Northern Tango Begins

Annalise Richardson founded the Northern Tango practica group in Darwin and organised the first workshop with Hugo Fernandez from Alma de Tango.

2004

Building the Community

Geraldine Li joined Annalise in facilitating peer-to-peer learning and weekly practicas, inviting renowned teachers from interstate to Darwin.

2008

Milongas, Workshops & Retreats

Belinda Glasby, Chris Hart and Kelly Hansen established regular monthly milongas, workshops, performances and the first Tango Retreat at Mary River.

2010

Carol Joins the Journey

Carol Richards arrived in Darwin and helped strengthen the organisation, connecting the community with international tango artists.

2011

First Major Visiting Artists

Damian Thompson and Hosanna Heinrich visited Darwin, elevating the skill level and inspiring a new chapter of growth for Northern Tango.

2012+

Events That Bring Us Together

Tango harbour cruises, community demonstrations, performances, outdoor events, combined parties, shows and free classes became a vital part of our journey.

2015+

A Community That Keeps Growing

More workshops, more visiting artists and more dancers — our community continued to grow in passion, diversity and connection.

2023

Northern Tango Incorporated

On 22 March, Northern Tango officially incorporated and established its first committee to guide the future of our community.

2023

Top End Tango Marathon

Northern Tango delivered the first Top End Tango Marathon, bringing dancers together for a unique Northern Territory tango experience.

2025

New Teachers Join Our Family

Melda and Neale Copper, Terry O’Neill and Susana Lu-Dizon became our teachers, bringing new energy, inspiration and expertise to our community.

Today

A Thriving Darwin Tango Community

Three regular milongas, a full calendar of workshops, performances and social events — and monthly free introductions to tango for all.

Learn More About Us

Our people. Our values. Our community.
Discover the full story behind Northern Tango.

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