Jon Tariq

Jon began his dance foundation in his teens, with four years of martial arts training providing a core understanding of body movement and balance. He studied various dance styles including Ballroom, Latin, Swing, Cuban Salsa, Merengue, Modern Dance, Ballet, and Flamenco.

In his early 20s, Jon developed a passion for Argentine Tango leading him to dedicate his career to it. Since 2007, he has worked as a tango instructor, choreographer, and performer, teaching at numerous dance studios and festivals in the US and abroad. He has performed at prestigious venues like Lincoln Center and the Waldorf Astoria, and has appeared on television shows such as Fox 5 – Good Day NY.

Specializing in traditional close embrace styles like Milonguero, Salon, and Stage Tango, Jon has trained with renowned Argentine Tango masters. With his expertise in all three dance styles, he is highly sought after in NYC. His teaching approach emphasizes technique as the foundation of dance, aiming to inspire students of all levels to grow rapidly. His mission is to pass on his knowledge, contribute to the tango community, and preserve its traditions.