About this Event
DAC TANGO RETREAT 6
We are delighted to share the first news about the DAC Tango Retreat 6, returning once again to the magical atmosphere of Pensiunea Cotiso, our beloved host for the past five years.
10–13 September 2026
Costești, County Hunedoara, Romania
This special gathering invites tango lovers to reconnect with the essence of dance in a place where nature, history, and music meet. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes, forests, and quiet natural trails, the retreat offers an unique space to slow down, breathe, and immerse yourself in tango.
During these days together, you will enjoy:
Inspiring tango dancing and warm social milongas
Walks through beautiful natural trails and fresh mountain air
Opportunities to visit nearby historical heritage sites of Hunedoara.
A welcoming community of dancers sharing music, movement, and moments
DAC Tango Retreat is more than a dance event — it is a small journey where tango blends with nature, culture, and friendship.
The edition no. 6 of our event comes again with a hybrid version in terms of tango offer that will reconcile both those who want milongas and those who want to participate in courses.
✽ WHERE?
The Cotiso Guesthouse in Costești (Hunedoara County) has proven to be the perfect location for all previous editions, offering us, in addition to a generous area for recreation, a space suitable for dancing, airy and with an unprecedented quality of the floor surface.
Tdjs + Guest teachers at Dac Tango Retreat 6 – Hybrid Mode will be: Züleyha & Ali Kemal Özkan(Turkey), Gabor Novak (Hungary) and Claudiu Grosaru (Romania)
Why DAC TANGO RETREAT - 6!?
It has been proven to us 5 times that such pleasant people gathered in a special location, set on fun, hiking and good cheer. "So… after 5 comes 6"!
✽ WHAT to visit in the area?
Well, you could visit: Samizegetusa Regia Fortress, Costești Fortress, Blidaru Fortress, Fețele Albe Fortress, Vârtoapelor Plateau, Hidden and Lesser Known Waterfalls, Luncanilor Plateau, Poiana Omului, Cioclovina Cave, Geoagiu Băi Resort, Clocota Waterfall, Godeanu Peak, Fundătura Ponorului or God’s hand.
✽EVENT DETAILS:
SCHEDULE:
THURSDAY, September 10, 2026
✧ 15.30 - 17.00 – Check in at the Cotiso guesthouse
✧ 17.00 - 21.00 – Free time, enjoy your dinner at guesthouse, etc
• 21.00 - 02.00 – “Welcome Milonga”– Tdj. ALL IN
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FRIDAY, September 11, 2026
✧ 08.30 - 16.30 – Hike and explore mountain trails from Orăștie region, totals 6/7 hours, difficulty level: easy. Soon – more details
✧ 16.30 - 17.30 – Check in at the Cotiso Guesthouse
✧ 17.30 - 21.00 – Free time, enjoy your dinner at guesthouse, private classes, etc
✧ 19.00 - 20.00 – Course 1
Tango with Gabor Novak. Topic and price/workshop – to be announced
Attention - courses are optional and must be purchased separately from the Milongas offer!
• 21.00 - 02.00 – “Milonga de los amigos”– Tdj. Gabor
SATURDAY, September 12, 2026
✧ 10.30 - 11.00 - Breakfast (buffet, according to the personal choice)
✧ 11.00 - 12.00 - Free time, program of your choice that can include visits to Dacian fortresses, lectures, lunch or participation in courses;
✧ 12.00 - 13.00 - Course 2
Tango with Züleyha & Ali Kemal Özkan. Topic and price/workshop – to be announced
✧ 13.00 - 14.00 - Course 3
Tango with Züleyha & Ali Kemal Özkan. Topic and price/workshop – to be announced
Attention - courses are optional and must be purchased separately from the Milongas offer!
•14.30 - 18.30 - „Milonga Con Sabor” – Tdj. Claudiu;
✧ 18.30 - 21.30 - Dinner, free time, private hours, etc.
• 21.30 - 03.00 - „DAC GRAN MILONGA” (musai with after party) – Tdj. Ali Kemal Özkan
Dress Code: Cocktail
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SUNDAY, September 13, 2026
✧ 10.00 - 10.30 – Breakfast (buffet according to personal choice)
✧ 10.30 - 12.00 – Free time, visit to the Dacian fortresses, Charlas, lunch or participation in courses;
12:00-13:00 - course 4
Tango course with Claudiu Grosaru and Mihaela Buzea. Topic and price/workshop – to be announced
Attention - courses are optional and are purchased separately from the Milongas offer!
•13.30 - 17.30 – Milonga "A la proxima" – Tdj. Ambedo;
✧ 17.30 - 18.00 – Group photos, impressions, opinions, charlas, dinner, etc
See you Soon!!!!!
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✽ ACCOMMODATION - Cotiso Guesthouse:
1 night accommodation in a double or twin room - 240 ron/50 euro/room/night,
1 night accommodation in a triple room - 280 ron/55 euro/room/night,
1 night accommodation in an apartment (2 rooms) - 320 ron/65 euro/apartment/night, only 2 available.
Details about the rooms and other facilities of the guesthouse can be found on the website https://www.pensiuneacotiso.ro/
* In case of shortage of rooms, you can stay at guesthouses near the Cotiso guesthouse. They are in considerable number and affordable in price, especially if booked in advance.
✽ MEALS:
The culinary "sensation" of the previous 4 editions was the "Breakfast" in Swedish buffet style.
(price: 50 ron/10 euro/person/breakfast and requires prior registration).
Lunch and dinner are at the choice of each one through the care of those at Cotiso Guesthouse who will provide us with a tasty and savory menu.
Good to know: Throughout the event you will have plain water, juices, coffee, salty and sweet stuffs, COCKTAILS HAPPY HOURS at your disposal from the organizer.
Surprises: They will be announced at the right time!
✽ Warnings / Conditions:
1. Accommodation places in the Cotiso guesthouse are limited, so please hurry up with your registrations.
2. In order to have exclusivity on the entire guesthouse and to hold the event, we need to occupy all the accommodation places made available.
3. In the event of a low number of registrations or following the occurrence of unwanted or unforeseen situations, we will no longer hold the event. (with a guarantee of refund of the money paid in advance)
4. Accommodation in the guesthouse rooms is given priority to those who choose the Full Tango Pass/participate in the event.
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✽ EVENT CONTRIBUTION:
✿Full Pass Milongas - 400 ron / 80 euro
✿ Contribution/Course:
COURSE 1: course price – to be announced
COURSE 2: course price – to be announced
COURSE 3: course price – to be announced
COURSE 4: course price – to be announced
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REGISTRATION is done by phone, email, Facebook and with the request to confirm, as far in advance as possible, participation.
Contact person:
✦ Alin Lipșa: 0763627001, email: [email protected]
✪ Payment can be made in advance to the account:
Account holder: LIPSA ALIN-BOGDAN
IBAN: RO98CECEC001946389066612
Bank: CEC Bank, Currency: RON
OR
Titular cont: LIPSA ALIN-BOGDAN
IBAN: RO39CECEB000B2EUR1306393
Banca: CEC Bank, Currency: EUR
Cod SWIFT: CECEROBUXXX
- with the specification: "Contribution Dac Tango Retreat – 6",
but no later than 3 weeks before the event.
We look forward to seeing you!
Notes: Any changes to the above will be brought to your attention in due time.
WE WAIT AND HUG YOU WITH GREAT LOVE!
SEE YOU in 10–13 September 2026
Dance Styles
Tango (100%)
Pricing
Breakfast (optional):€10.00
Breakfast (optional):RON 50.00
Full Pass Milongas:€80.00
Full Pass Milongas:RON 400.00
Organizer
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