New to the World of Pro Dance Partners?
- Maria Tsiatsiani
- 6 days ago
- 6 min read
PRO DANCE PARTNERS (Also commonly known as Taxi Dancers)
We know the term can sound a bit mysterious or even weird if you don’t really know what it is or how it actually works. So we want to help you know the facts, clear any confusion, and simply explain what this experience is all about.
WHAT ARE PRO DANCE PARTNERS?
A Pro Dance Partner is a professional Argentine Tango dancer that can be hired to dance with you for lessons and/or milongas. Both male and female pro dancers can be booked, whether you dance as a leader or as a follower.
WHERE IS THIS EXPERIENCE AVAILABLE?
We run Pro Dance Partner opportunities in both London and Buenos Aires, throughout the year. So whether you're dancing with us at the Academy or traveling with us to Argentina, you can enjoy this experience in both cities.
WHAT LEVEL SHOULD I BE TO DO THIS EXPERIENCE?
The truth is, it benefits all levels and both roles. If you’re just starting (beginner level), it will help you build strong foundations and progress much faster. If you’re a more experienced dancer, you will be able to take your tango to the next level!
WHAT CAN I BOOK THEM FOR?
You can have a pro dance partner for group classes or for milongas (social dancing).
HOW DOES IT WORK IN CLASSES AND MILONGAS?
• In classes: You dance with one pro partner for the full class. Even if the teacher says “change partners,” your pro stays with you to give you consistent support and clarity as you learn.
• In milongas: Depending on the specific arrangement, you will dance for a set amount of time in the milonga, sometimes every tanda and sometimes alternating tandas, which you will know in advance. Dancing is organised in tandas (groups of 3–4 songs with the same partner). Pro dancers are in rotation, which means you dance one tanda with one pro partner and then the next tanda you dance with a different pro partner. So you will dance multiple tandas throughout the night with more than one pro partner.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BOOKING A PRO PARTNER FOR A GROUP LESSON?
During group lessons, your pro dance partner will only dance with you, regardless if the Maestro/teacher says to change partners. While pro partners offer support and guidance, please note that they are not instructors. The teaching and technical explanations come from the Maestro, while your pro partner helps you apply that guidance in real time as you dance. You'll be able to fully focus on your learning which will maximise your learning time to improve faster than if you were dancing with another student.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BOOKING A PRO PARTNER FOR A MILONGA?
Followers: you'll dance more, relax more, and enjoy the night! It ensures you don't sit out in Milongas or wait to be asked.
Leaders: this is a great way to work on your cabaceo and navigate the space with ease. They adapt to your level and make you feel comfortable which will boost your confidence.
DO YOU FEEL LIKE YOU DON'T DANCE AS MUCH AS YOU WOULD LIKE IN MILONGAS? ARE YOU EAGER TO INCREASE YOUR LEVEL RAPIDLY & ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS?
A pro dancer can help you achieve that! Imagine stepping onto the dance floor with a professional who knows exactly how to guide you. You feel clear, confident, supported. In class, every movement makes sense. In the milonga, the dance flows. With a pro dancer by your side, your progress does not just improve, it accelerates. Suddenly, things that once felt difficult become natural. And yes, it feels amazing!!
BENEFITS YOU’LL FEEL RIGHT AWAY:
Rather than guessing, you feel how the right technique, posture, and embrace truly connect... and that’s when everything begins to flow.
Your movement becomes more intentional, grounded, and beautifully controlled, where precision stops being effort and turns into art in motion.
Your musicality expands, giving your movement colour, intention, and that feeling of truly dancing with emotion to every step.
You feel encouraged and supported every step of the way, without pressure or judgment.
You gain real confidence dancing with different pro partners in social settings.
PRESENTING YOURSELF TO THE TANGO SCENE IN THE BEST WAY POSSIBLE
Venturing into the tango scene of Buenos Aires (or any tango community) is exciting but it can also be very discouraging when you are not invited to dance or have difficulty getting your cabaceo accepted, either at all or not as often as you would like to be. Let’s face it… this is something that can happen to a beginner or to a more advanced tango dancer anywhere in the tango world! A pro partner makes you feel immediately at ease and ensures that you can enjoy every moment of the Milonga and, as your understanding and experience deepens, your presence on the dance floor becomes more noticeable, and invitations from other social dancers naturally follow.
WILL IT FEEL AWKWARD DANCING WITH SOMEONE YOU'VE HIRED TO DANCE WITH YOU?
We understand why it might sound strange, but it truly doesn’t feel awkward. Payment is arranged in advance with us, rather than directly with the pros, which removes any discomfort. Our pros are friendly, warm, and highly professional (we only bring you the best!). After one tanda, you'll feel like you’re dancing with friends! We assure you that you will feel at ease and have a great time!
We hope this has helped! We are always here to guide and help you in any and every way we can! So please don’t hesitate to ask us any questions!
With love and support, always,
Maria & Leandro
London Tango Academy
REAL TESTIMONIALS
“Having a Pro Dance Partner during my time in BsAs was incredibly valuable. It took away the stress of finding a partner at the milongas or classes and allowed me to fully focus on my technique and the dance itself. Dancing with a professional partner felt like having a personalized guide in every embrace, walk, and posture improved with focused attention and feedback. And honestly, there’s nothing more motivating than receiving a compliment from a Pro. It’s such an uplifting reminder of your progress in the tango journey and it inspires you to keep dancing even more!”
NATASA UTJESANOVIC
"Dancing with the pro dancers is an invaluable experience regardless of your level. I’ve danced with them since I was a beginner and can honestly credit them for improving my tango several fold. I’ve learned so much from them! They have different styles, embraces, and approaches and you get to experience them all while comfortable in the knowledge that you’re dancing with some of the best dancers you’ll ever meet. They truly bring out the best in you, and there have been times I’ve felt like I’m flying or walking on air. On more than one occasion I’ve wondered “did I really do that??” Don’t pass up the opportunity if you get the chance!"
PREETA DATTA
"I would highly recommend an opportunity to dance with a pro partner. Whether in London or Buenos Aires. Having a pro partner is more than just dancing and learning steps, it’s a full experience, it boosts your confidence, they are lovely people who want you to succeed and to enjoy dancing, the more you enjoy it the better you will be. Tango is about a feeling not just steps, connecting with a professional allows you to move with confidence and embrace the atmosphere and musicality of the tanda. I remember my first time being so nervous but after a few tandas i felt like I could dance!! The pros guide you, but without being intimidating, they see the enjoyment in your achievement, and to this day ive made long lasting friendships from my professional partners."
FRASER BELK
"I personally had a great breakthrough in my tango dancing as I consider myself an advanced dancer who enjoys learning and perfecting my dance style, thus needing more masterful partners\leaders who are truly passionate about expanding their dancing skills. I would definitely recommend booking a pro dance partner simply because it gave me certainty that my dancing needs were met and more! I got a lot more out of classes, developed better connection, helped me ensure that my dance experience is enjoyable and stress free. The best part of the experience was seeing and feeling how much I have grown as a dancer."
OLGA CHEMLINA
"When I first started my tango journey, milongas and cabeceos felt daunting so hiring pro dancers gave me the peace of mind that I would get to dance and not just watch from the edge of the floor. Their kindness and ability to adjust to my level helped me relax and gain confidence until I felt ready to go on my own. Dancing with professionals also showed me how it feels to truly dance tango, to connect with the music and to embrace. Even now, with more experience, I still love dancing with them because I can appreciate more the subtlety of their lead and their musicality. One of my favorite memories is dancing with a pro in a Buenos Aires milonga to a live Pugliese orchestra. I felt completely immersed in the tango world."
CRISTINA MANOLESCU
"Pro dance partners, with their knowledge of tango techniques, have significantly speeded up my learning process. They have a deep understanding of tango music and styles. They inspired me to have greater enjoying of dancing tango. My confidence grew a lot on the dance floor during milongas. I highly recommend if for all tango dancers!"
DAVID CHUNG
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