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Meet Roopa Math and The Bangalore Tango Academy

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Tango is a conversation, not a performance. I am Roopa, and after 20 years of dancing and teaching, I am here to help you move with confidence and find your own rhythm.

With 20 years of experience dancing and teaching Tango, Salsa, and other Latin styles, my approach is to blend technical precision with intimate connection. I am here to guide you step by step on your dance journey.

It was an honor to be featured in the Deccan Chronicle. The article discusses my journey from Bangalore to Buenos Aires and my mission to build a passionate Tango community right here in India.

This feature in the Deccan Chronicle highlights the 7th anniversary of my Bangalore Tango Academy and the special workshops and events we host across the city to spread the joy of this expressive dance form.

About About Me & Press Features

People often ask if my engineering background helps my teaching. It absolutely does. I do not just ask you to follow me. I break down the mechanics of the movement—the shift in weight, the geometry of the embrace—into a system I call TangoShastra. This takes the mystery out of the dance, so even if you have never danced before, you will understand exactly how to move with your partner.

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Roopa Math

Rehearsals in Koramangala, at your venue & onlineStarts from ₹14,000 Per Couple (Total Package)

I am Roopa, the founder of Bangalore Tango Academy. I left my engineering career to focus on building a Tango community where the focus is on feeling the music and connecting with your partner, not on perfection. Whether you are a total beginner or an experienced dancer, I will help you find your groove.

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