iNTENSiVE TANGO TRAiNiNG by
Bennie Bartels & Karin Mollemans
THEME: Co-Created Tango
18 - 20 september 2026
After a very successful long weekend in 2025, we launched what we—Björn Kenneweg and Karin Mollemans—call “Unsere Oase,” a place where we invite everyone to spend some time in a pleasant setting, to just be there, to dance, to learn something, and to share a lot.
Guesteacher: Bennie Bartels.Coming from a background in modern dance, Bennie has a deep understanding of the body, movement, the expression of emotions, and “what needs to be said.” Technique is a means to be freer, to express and share more; tango is a mirror of our deepest selves. Spoken without words, from body to body.
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Theme:
What does it mean to put Technique in the service of Expression, and the leader and follower in the service of the couple?
Do things then fall more naturally into place, and does it become more playful and lighthearted?
Can friction and conflict actually be very creative moments, depending on how you embrace them?
And do you then stand less in opposition to one another, but instead look together toward a new horizon?
Do things then fall more naturally into place, and does it become more playful and lighthearted?
Can friction and conflict actually be very creative moments, depending on how you embrace them?
And do you then stand less in opposition to one another, but instead look together toward a new horizon?
iNTENSiVE TANGO TRAiNiNG
“Small groups, plenty of individual attention, and private lessons that can be booked in advance—allowing you to develop your own training program, practice, and have what you’ve practiced ‘tested’ to gain a deeper understanding and the chance to keep refining your skills. This is perfect for tango addicts who never stop wanting to learn more… dancers like myself.” (Karin Mollemans)
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Host: Karin Mollemans
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As an enthusiastic dancer, Karin gives teachers she holds in high regard the opportunity to share their knowledge with other dancers. She assists these teachers and is also involved in everything related to organization and well-being. Sometimes she takes the lead in a class to highlight a specific aspect. Thinking differently... taking you on a journey through a game that makes you forget you’re dancing tango, and then discovering something that inspires you to dance even more. But above all, we want to share the joy of having found such an amazing place and built it together with Björn Kenneweg (much of it with our own hands).
We invite you to come and make “Unsere Oase” your own oasis, too. |
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REALY BIRDS; 10% discount till August 15th.
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Program (may chance a little)
- Friday evening: Welcome reception with a simple meal, a workshop, and a guided practice session, designed to help Bennie and Karin gain a clearer understanding of the participants’ learning needs. Of course, you’re welcome to tell us directly, and we’d love to hear from you. It can also be difficult to figure out what you could improve on; by dancing with you and getting a feel for it, we can get a sense of that.
- Saturday: Possibly Feldenkrais, breakfast. Workshop time. Lunch and time to practice or free time (option for private lessons), workshop, dinner, and milonga.
- Sunday: Feldenkrais, brunch, workshop and reflection, late lunch, and farewell (followed by time for private lessons).
Level
If you’re an absolute beginner, this might not be the right event for you (I hope to organize a beginners’ event next year). To be able to work constructively, you’ll need some experience. You don’t have to be a pro, but it’s also a great event for advanced dancers looking to develop more expressiveness in their dancing.
Info
We have 4 sleeping arrangements for 2 people, 3 to 5 parking spots for small RVs, and—at the B&B, a 10-minute walk from our house—an extra-luxurious lodging option for up to 3 people (1 couple and one individual).
FEE:
OPTION 1; Intensive training, all-inclusive, including 1.5 hours of private lessons (3 x 30 min) with Bennie €435.00 (first come, first served! Available for approximately 3 people, depending on the schedule)
OPTION 2; All food, workshops, drinks and staying overnight;
OPTION 3; All food, workshop and drinks included (but sleepin elsewhere)
More info? Call me best after 18.00 0031654685690 or email via [email protected] (English, Dutch, German) also for signing up!
FEE:
OPTION 1; Intensive training, all-inclusive, including 1.5 hours of private lessons (3 x 30 min) with Bennie €435.00 (first come, first served! Available for approximately 3 people, depending on the schedule)
OPTION 2; All food, workshops, drinks and staying overnight;
- If sleeping accommodations are used by 2 people: €345.00 per person;
- If sleeping accommodations are used by 1 person: €395.00 per person
- Staying overnight in your own camper or tent: €345.00 per person
- Bedding and towels: €25.00 per person
OPTION 3; All food, workshop and drinks included (but sleepin elsewhere)
- €275.00 per person
- Feldenkrais: €12.00 per person per class; pay Bennie directly.
- Private lessons (not pre-booked and if there is time) with Bennie: €70.00 per hour (€37.50 per half hour)
- Private lessons (if timewise possible) with Karin: €25.00 per half hour
More info? Call me best after 18.00 0031654685690 or email via [email protected] (English, Dutch, German) also for signing up!
