“Learn tango with a maestro who brings elegance, tradition, and world-class artistry.”
Lorena Ermocida is an internationally renowned Argentine tango dancer, teacher, and choreographer, celebrated for her artistry, versatility, and global impact. She has performed with major tango companies, toured the world with Julio Iglesias, and worked alongside legendary maestros such as Juan Carlos Copes.
Graduating in 1992 from the National Classic and Contemporary Dance School María Ruanova in Buenos Aires, Lorena received rigorous training in classical and contemporary dance. Her tango journey began in the late 1980s, studying with iconic maestros including Mayoral & Elsa María, Eduardo & Gloria Arquimbau, Gustavo Naveira & Olga Besio, Mingo & Esther Pugliese, Antonio Todaro, Juan Carlos Copes, and Nito & Elba García.
Her career flourished with acclaimed productions such as Sólo Tango, Gotan, Tango x 2, and Tango Argentino. She also worked as choreography assistant to Juan Carlos Copes, appearing in his show Orquesta in 1995. From 1999 to 2008, Lorena toured globally as the female solo tango dancer with Julio Iglesias, performing in his concert tours across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
In Buenos Aires, she has starred in prestigious tango shows including La Casa de Osvaldo Piro, La Veda, Homero Manzi, La Esquina Carlos Gardel, and Tango Porteño, often partnering with Copes himself. She has also appeared in documentaries and films, including roles where she portrayed Evita, further showcasing her versatility as an artist.
Today, Lorena Ermocida is recognized as a guardian of tango’s elegance and tradition, inspiring students with her depth of knowledge, refined technique, and passion for the dance. Her teaching emphasizes musicality, improvisation, and authentic connection, making her one of the most sought-after instructors for dancers who want to experience tango at its highest level.
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