Fran & Laura - 2026 Intensive Argentine Tango Weekend

Glasgow Tango Collective is proud to welcome back the wonderful Laura Murphy & Fransley Marcel to Glasgow for a rich weekend of Argentine Tango. This will be the fourth time Fran & Laura return to teach in Glasgow, and we’re delighted to welcome them back once again. This weekend is designed to inspire dancers of all levels by bringing a true taste of Buenos Aires to Glasgow. Through Fran & Laura’s inspirational teaching, dancers are invited to experience a tango that is grounded, musical, and connected. Workshops Workshop 1 – Individual Technique (Running simultaneously in two rooms) Followers’ Technique: Let’s work towards the freedom that comes from solid technique: the kind of autonomy that allows you to enjoy your own movement, connect with the music, and keep growing. Small details that completely change how your dance feels. Leaders’ Technique: An accessible training session designed to build confidence, balance, and stability. We’ll work on strength, core, and creativity so you can offer a comfortable, clear, and sensitive embrace, feeling grounded and available when dancing. Workshop 2 – Historic Milongueros Figures Let’s explore figures from historic couples who shaped the tango we dance today. We believe that tradition always has something to teach us and inspire our dancing. Workshop 3 – Colgadas & Volcadas Recent in tango’s history yet already part of the traditional repertoire, these movements continue to evolve. We’ll work on the technique needed to integrate colgadas and volcadas into the dance without breaking continuity, comfort, or the aesthetics of the embrace. Workshop 4 – Steps for a Crowded Dance Floor A crowded floor is tango’s natural habitat. Learning how to make the most of small spaces with the right repertoire and technique helps us move better — and look more like tangueros — without losing elegance or connection. Programme Saturday 11:30 – 13:00 | Workshop 1 – Individual Technique 13:00 – 13:30 | Lunch break 13:30 – 15:00 | Workshop 2 – Historic Milongueros 19:00 – 00:00 | Milonga with live music by Fioramonti & Rabinovich Tango Duo Performance by Fran & Laura DJ: Iain Dickinson Sunday 13:30 – 15:00 | Workshop 3 – Colgadas & Volcadas 15:00 – 18:00 | Matinee Milonga DJ: Vanessa Monday 18:15 – 19:15 | Tango Fundamentals with Fran & Laura 19:15 – 20:30 | Workshop 4 – Steps for a Crowded Dance Floor 20:30 – 22:30 | Practilonga Prices Saturday and Sunday Workshops Workshop 1 – Individual Technique £20 per person £18 students Workshop 2 – Historic Milongueros Figures £20 per person £18 students Workshop 3 – Colgadas & Volcadas £20 per person £18 students Monday Workshops Tango Fundamentals with Fran & Laura£10 Workshop 4 – Steps for a Crowded Dance Floor £15 per person £12 students Both Monday workshops:£20 Milongas Saturday Milonga (7pm–midnight) with live music and performance £20 £15 students Sunday Matinee Milonga £10 £5 if attending the Saturday and Sunday workshops Monday Practilonga £5 Venue All events take place at Govan & Linthouse Parish Church 796 Govan Road, Glasgow, G51 2YL (Opposite Govan Subway | Free parking available) Private Lessons Private lessons with Fran & Laura are available to book from Friday to Wednesday around the event [email protected] Vanessa: 07532 606942 Event Booking: Please book using this booking form: https://forms.gle/3WECbJxzFfRafVPJ9