Scientific research has shown that dancing the tango is beneficial, particularly for neurological disorders associated with Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, cardiovascular disorders, post-stroke conditions, anxiety disorders, and depression. (More info: www.unautresouffle.ch/tangothérapie)

Learning and practicing tango improves, in particular:

- balance and stability
- walking (in all directions) - fluidity of movement
- body awareness
- proprioception
- orientation
- memory
- confidence and empathy - communication
- mood

We offer group and individual tango workshops: - A learning pace tailored to each participant

- A supportive, non-judgmental environment
- Dance therapy and therapeutic tango

In these workshops, tango is taught with an emphasis on its therapeutic benefits, with the goal of prevention and/or support for individuals living with certain medical conditions. Depending on the condition, a specific approach will be recommended (individual/group sessions, alternating formats, etc.). It is recommended that you register with a partner—a friend, significant other, caregiver, or family member—so you can practice at home afterward. If you are unable to attend with a partner, please contact me.

Check with your supplemental health insurance provider, as partial reimbursement may be available.

INDIVIDUAL / COUPLES WORKSHOPS

Would you like personalized guidance and prefer individual workshops? Please contact me to schedule sessions. You can come alone or with a partner. These individual workshops also help you prepare to join the group workshops.

GROUP WORKSHOPS

These group workshops take place every other week, with several sessions held each year. Specially designed to adapt to everyone’s needs, the number of participants is kept small to prioritize a gentle and tailored approach to dance. Depending on the degree of disability related to the illness, individual follow-up may be recommended. To participate in these group workshops, you must be able to walk at a leisurely pace for 45 minutes (with the option to sit down and rest). A warm-up is included at the beginning of each workshop, followed by a

session of practice and discussion at the end. You may participate in multiple sessions. See the dates in the PRACTICAL INFORMATION section.

TRIAL WORKSHOPS

These one-time workshops allow you to come try it out and see if it’s right for you, without committing to a full cycle.
You can also schedule an individual or couples workshop to
try it out before committing to a group cycle. Contact me.

Presenter: Claire Rufenacht, dancer, musician, and dance therapist, with occasional assistance from Pedro Ratto, dancer and musician, for the group workshops.