Tango Pasional
Argentine tango classes, milongas and festivals in Zagreb since 2010
A dance studio specializing in Argentine Tango and related styles.
Photo: Tango Pasional via Google
Before your first class
Beginners are explicitly welcomed and supported; the school emphasises that you'll discover tango whether you're a complete beginner or experienced dancer.
About this studio
Tango Pasional is an Argentine tango school and venue in Zagreb, founded in 2010 by Lucija and Luka as Tangoneo, rebranded in 2023. The school teaches Argentine tango—a sensual, improvisational dance born in late 19th-century Buenos Aires, rooted in European folk dances (waltz, mazurka, polka), Cuban habanera, and African candombe rhythms. The dance is defined by two core elements: the embrace and improvisation. Tango is known for emotional depth, expressiveness, complex footwork, and dancing from the heart rather than following rigid choreography.
The school operates from multiple locations: Tango Club Marabú at Šenoina 23 in Zagreb, Buena Vista Club at Savska cesta 120 in Zagreb, and a venue in Rijeka at Slavka Cindrića 7. Beyond regular group and private lessons, Tango Pasional runs social events including milongas (tango social dances) and practicas, as well as larger festivals and weekends: Zagreb Tango Festival, Zagreb Embrace, and Tango Femme Weekend. The school also offers specialist programmes including Tango Lady & Tango Man classes, team building, wedding preparation (Pripreme za mladence), film nights (Filmske večeri), tango gatherings (Tango ćakule), pair performances, and group travel experiences. They collaborate with other Argentine tango schools and teachers across Croatia and internationally.
The teaching team includes experienced instructors: Luka Lovrić (17+ years, also tango DJ), Lucija Lovrić (19 years teaching, co-founder, also performs show tango), Barbara Keran (instructor and DJ, known for emphasis on musicality and creativity), and Tomislav Sudić (experienced in standard and Latin dances, now focused on Argentine tango). The team also includes assistants Marijana and Hrvoje (the "Dubravice" duo), Drago Čengija, and Sanja Caca Vlahović. Tango DJs Pavle Horvat and Damir Mikoč curate music for events, with Damir specializing in Época de Oro (the golden age of tango). The school has trained hundreds of dancers since its founding.
What to expect
Your first visit
You'll join a community centred on the embrace and improvisation. Whether you're a complete beginner or experienced dancer, you'll be welcomed and supported as you explore tango's emotional depth and discover new sides of yourself, guided by experienced instructors with strong connections to Buenos Aires and the global tango scene.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Luka Lovrić brings 17+ years of intensive training and work as a tango DJ; Lucija Lovrić has taught for 19 years and also performs show tango; Barbara Keran emphasises musicality and creative movement; Tomislav Sudić combines standard/Latin dance experience with deep Argentine tango passion. Assistants Drago Čengija, Sanja Caca Vlahović, Marijana and Hrvoje support student development. DJs Pavle Horvat and Damir Mikoč (8 years tango experience) curate music for events.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
Beginners are explicitly welcomed and supported; the school emphasises that you'll discover tango whether you're a complete beginner or experienced dancer.
Studio history
Tango Pasional was founded in 2010 by Lucija and Luka as Tangoneo, with the aim of promoting Argentine tango, music and culture. In 2023, the school was rebranded as Tango Pasional. Over that time it has become a place of inspiration, learning and community, with hundreds of dancers having taken their first steps there. The school now operates across Zagreb and Rijeka, organising classes, workshops, social dances (milongas and practicas), festivals and weekends, and collaborates with other Argentine tango schools and teachers in Croatia and internationally.
Styles offered
1 dance style taught here
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The people, the parties and the dancing here
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about Tango Pasional
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does Tango Pasional teach?
Tango Pasional teaches Argentine Tango. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is Tango Pasional located?
Tango Pasional is located in Zagreb. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does Tango Pasional offer private lessons?
Contact Tango Pasional directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does Tango Pasional teach kids and adults?
Tango Pasional welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at Tango Pasional?
The fastest path is to visit Tango Pasional via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.