OPEN ROLE TANGO

Valérie started tango in Geneva in 2009 with Alejandro, and then with Mariela. Valérie discovered tango in Geneva in 2009 and continued her training in Buenos Aires from 2012, studying with numerous maestros while pursuing film studies. In 2019 she made a documentary on feminist movements in tango and explored open-role dancing within the queer community, gradually learning to lead.

Back in Geneva in 2022, where her relationship with the dance began, she joined Casitatango, and then  Égalitango and launched "Tita Milonga" in tribute to the women of tango. She highlights female artists (DJs, dancers, composers, singers, and musicians) as part of an effort to rebalance a scene long shaped by machismo. With this female composer awareness, she also begun DJing since 2025.

Now living between Buenos Aires and Geneva, she teaches a tango in which both roles actively dialogue to build each dance. Her all-level classes are open to everyone and prioritize improvisation and tools to sharpen listening to the body, the partner, and the music. The goal: to explore, in a relaxed, dynamic and playful way, a two-person conversation that reflects us and to gain freedom in the dance. If you want to switch roles, discover the other role, and have fun in a relaxed atmosphere without any dominance, this space is for you! The idea, beyond guidance, is to strive for a personal expression in a beautiful connection with your dance partner, with the music and the space in which you move. It offers solo exercises, exercises in pairs and exercises with role changes. You can come alone or with a partner.

A open role class is held every Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the rhythm room at Ecole Sécheron (Avenue de France 15, Geneva, 1st floor) to provide the necessary tools for organised and clear guidance. This class is open to all levels and everyone. Info and registration: 077 277 41 71