The "Philippine Tango Championship" serves as the official accredited Preliminary competition in the Philippines for the Tango Buenos Aires Festival & Dance World Cup/Mundial de Tango de Buenos Aires. This prestigious event is organized by the Ministry of Culture of the Government of the City of Buenos Aires, representing the highest authorities in Argentine Tango globally. As such, the PHILIPPINE TANGO CHAMPIONSHIP adheres strictly to the rules and regulations set by these esteemed entities.
Moreover, the PTC offers an exceptional TANGO FESTIVAL experience, featuring 4 tango dance workshops, 3 milongas, and a guided practice with international instructors.
Competitions and Recognition:
The "Philippine Tango Championship" proudly represents the TANGO BUENOS AIRES FESTIVAL & DANCE WORLD CUP in the Philippines. Competing couples have the opportunity to showcase their talents before an Official Jury Panel comprising internationally renowned professionals approved by the Mundial de Tango BA and the Ministry of Culture of the City of Buenos Aires.
PTC holds the distinction of being the sole OFFICIAL TANGO entity authorized to confer the Official Philippine Tango Champion Titles. Moreover, champions from PTC have the exclusive privilege of competing directly in the SEMI-FINAL ROUNDS of the prestigious TANGO WORLD CUP BUENOS AIRES held every August, bypassing the rigorous qualifying rounds with over 600 couples.
Appointed by the Ministry of Culture of Buenos Aires and the Directorate of Festivals and Central Events, the designated Auditor of the BA Tango World Cup oversees all aspects of the competition in the Philippines. Their role includes ensuring compliance with official rules, resolving any unforeseen issues, and calculating scores using the BA Tango World Cup formula.
In 2025, there will be 9 championship categories, including two Official categories represented at
the World Tango Dance Buenos Aires.
"TANGO PISTA" – OFFICIAL: Open to amateur and professional dancers, subject to official rules
and regulations.
" TANGO ESCENÁRIO" – NON OFFICIAL; Open to amateur and professional dancers, subject to official rules and regulations.
"MILONGA" – Open to amateur and professional dancers.
“VALS” – Open to amateur and professional dancers.
TANGO PISTA SENIOR” – Open to social dancers (amateurs) over 55 years old (woman's age).
"JACK & JILL" - The category for competitors joining as singles. Partners will be determined by draw. Best leader and best follower will be chosen.
"VALS SENIOR NON OFFICIAL" - Open to amateur and professional dancers. Over 55 years old (woman's age).
"MILONGA SENIOR NON OFFICIAL" - Open to amateur and professional dancers. Over 55 years old (woman's age).
"TANGO ESCENÁRIO SENIOR NON OFFICIAL" - Open to amateur and professional dancers.
Over 55 years old (woman's age). The "Senior" categories will be held with
a minimum of 1 round of 6 couples.
* The age for any senior category is determined by women and must be 55 years or older.
Men on the other hand, can be any age over 18.
ATTENTION!
Tango Escenario category will not proceed as
an official category.
PTC VIDEO OFICIAL
Schedule
29/05
Lessons
from 2:00 pm to 8:45 pm
30/05
9:00 to 10:30 am
REGISTRATION
for all categories
11:00 am NON-OFFICIAL categories qualifying
and semi final
9:00 pm Milonga friday night
31/05
10:00 am NON-OFFICIAL
categories finals
break
6:00 pm OFFICIAL TANGO PISTA qualifying
9:00 pm Gala Milonga
01/06
10:30 am OFFICIAL TANGO PISTA final
12:00 Awards all categories
4:30 pm Farewell Milonga
Philipine Tango
Championship
29 MAY - 1 JUNE
MANILA
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Contact
philippinetangochampionship@gmail.com
Phone: + 63 917 844 2549
