“Discover tango with the maestros who created El Abrazo.”
Diego Álvaro & Zoraida Fontclara are beloved tango teachers and organizers in Buenos Aires, best known for founding El Abrazo Tango Club and the legendary Friday matiné milonga at Confitería Ideal, later continuing at El Beso. With more than 25 years of experience, they are recognized for their warm, personalized teaching style and their role in preserving tango’s social tradition.
Diego, an actor, director, and tango teacher, and Zoraida, a passionate dancer and organizer, have inspired students in Buenos Aires and abroad for decades. Their Friday afternoon milonga has been a landmark of the tango scene for over 20 years, where countless dancers took their first steps and developed their style.
Their teaching emphasizes individual growth, musicality, and authentic connection, giving each student the tools to flourish on the dance floor. Known for their generosity and dedication, Diego and Zoraida are celebrated not only as teachers but as cultural custodians—offering students not just technique, but a deep appreciation for tango as a way of life.
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