NY Tango School

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About NY Tango School

Jon Tariq

Founder and Tango Instructor

NY Tango School, led by Jon Tariq, has been teaching Argentine tango in New York City since 2007. We help couples create a beautiful first dance for their wedding day. In private 60-minute lessons, you will learn a dance choreographed to your own song, at your own pace. No experience is needed, and you do not need a partner to start. Lessons take place in our Midtown Manhattan studio and in Paramus, New Jersey. Every couple leaves confident and ready for their big moment.

Jon teaches 60-minute lessons, not 45, so couples get more time to learn and feel comfortable. Every lesson is private and personal, focused only on the two of you and your song. With almost 20 years of teaching, Jon makes even the most nervous beginners feel at ease, and every couple walks away with a first dance they are proud of. Your first dance should feel like you, not like a routine.

In three words: Confident, Fun, Supportive

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  • SI

    Sabatino Ienopoli

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •May 19, 2026

    Did a private lesson with my wife. First time doing tango. Jon is a fantastic teacher. So much fun. Felt like we learned so much. Highly highly recommend.

    NY Tango School•May 20, 2026

    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was truly a pleasure working with you and your wife on your very first Tango lesson. I’m delighted you both had such a fun experience and felt you learned so much in just one session. Welcome to the beautiful world of Argentine Tango, and I look forward to dancing with you both again soon. Thank you for the highly recommended support — it means a lot! NY TANGO SCHOOL NYC Jon Tariq

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    Stephanie Munguia

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Apr 20, 2026

    Jon is an amazing dance teacher. His passion for tango is contagious and he is the most professional instructor I have had. I only planned on a one hour class and liked it so much that I ended up signing up to 2 days a week for the whole month. I have advanced so much in such a small amount of time and I credit Jon for that.

    NY Tango School•Apr 20, 2026

    Thank you so much, Stephanie, for your kind and generous words. It truly means a lot. I’m delighted to hear how much you’ve enjoyed the classes and how quickly you’ve progressed—your dedication and enthusiasm make all the difference. It’s a pleasure having you in class, and I look forward to continuing this beautiful tango journey with you!.

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    H MM

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Apr 8, 2026

    NY Tango School NYC by Jon Tariq is a school with a welcoming atmosphere, and a very knowledgeable, observant and caring instructor who cares about his students learning. I came across this school by attending a New Year's Eve milonga where, as a beginner tango student, I expected to observe a lot and hoped to dance at least 1 song. However, when I arrived at the school, I was pleasantly surprised. I felt welcome and danced so much that I stayed until the end of the party. I had attended other milongas where I would just sit and observe because no one wanted to dance with me – beginners not very welcome. I was lucky to have found a school where I feel that learning and dancing are guaranteed.

    NY Tango School•Apr 9, 2026

    Hi Helen, thank you so much for your thoughtful review. We’re truly happy you felt welcomed from your very first visit—that’s exactly the spirit of NY Tango School NYC. Your dedication and passion have been wonderful to witness, and we’re proud to support you as you continue growing in your tango journey. We look forward to many more dances with you. Warm regards, Jon Tariq www.nytangoschool.nyc

  • DC

    Diana Cardona

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Apr 8, 2026

    I appreciate Jon’s experienced instruction. He teaches beyond the steps, with a strong focus on helping you actually enjoy and succeed at a milonga as a beginner. The classes are serious, but Jon’s good sense of humor keeps them fun and engaging. I also appreciate the convenience of both Midtown locations. My partner and I only intended to do the 2-hour absolute beginner tango workshop as a fun anniversary activity, but we ended up signing up for lessons after a very good experience with the workshop; it has now been about 2.5 months of going twice a week. We’ve learned something new almost every class and feel like we’ve made real progress. We even attended our first milonga last month, which we didn’t expect to happen so soon.

    NY Tango School•Apr 9, 2026

    Dear Diana, Thank you so much for your beautiful and thoughtful review. It truly means a lot to me. I’m especially happy to hear that what started as a simple anniversary activity turned into a meaningful tango journey for you and your partner—that’s exactly the kind of connection and joy I hope to inspire in every class. Your progress in such a short time is wonderful to see, and I’m glad you’re already experiencing the magic of the milonga floor. Tango is not just about steps, but about feeling, confidence, and enjoyment—and it’s a pleasure to watch you grow in all of these. I’m very grateful to have you both as part of the NY Tango School family, and I look forward to sharing many more classes, dances, and milestones with you in the years to come. Warm regards, Jon Tariq

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    Xuan Gu

    Rating: 5
    •Google
    •Mar 23, 2026

    I’ve been taking group and private lessons with Jon for over two years. Jon is in deed one of the most in-demand Argentine tango teachers in tri-state area. His teaching is technique based, not just moves; it’s tailored to the individual students. He offers clear, specific and genuinely useful feedback. As a teacher he often addresses the root cause of issues rather than symptoms. Anyone regardless if you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced dancer will benefit from his knowledge and experience.

    NY Tango School•Mar 23, 2026

    Thank you so much, Xuan, for your thoughtful and generous words. It truly means a lot to me to have dedicated students like you who are committed to growth and refinement. Watching your progress over the past two years has been a real pleasure. Your focus, consistency, and openness to learning are exactly what make tango such a rewarding journey. I’m especially glad that the emphasis on technique and understanding the “why” behind the movement has been valuable to you—that’s where real transformation happens. Looking forward to many more dances and continued growth together on the floor. www.nytangoschool.nyc Jon Tariq

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