I'm Russian living in Russia. How did I end with organizing LTM?

... I've been to Lisbon long time ago, in starving student times. Mostly my memories look like: the Castle - mc'donalds - Tejo - oceanarium - mc'donalds - the Elevador - Rossio - guess what. So the only answer i have is: i want to try how is mc'donalds in Lisbon! And invented a very complicated reason to visit it. The fact that Augusto, our team-creator, is a chef... Nothing else but coincidence ;) Or good example of universe's sense of humor.

And the most true answer is "why not". I'm a dancer, writer, traveller, musician, people-lover (or human researcher?) - so organizing an international tango event, creating reasons for friends to meet, a chance to know new, to have fun, making magic from zero is a best solution which fits both skills and nature. So, "why not" indeed ;)

I'm happy i'm doing it and hope you'll love the result!

My passion for tango music and dance started less than 10 years ago when I decided to try something new in my life. I chose tango and never had a chance to regret about it. My enthusiasm of a novice dancer made me quickly overcome the difficulties in learning, took me to dance and soon I knew main tango events in Europe. During the years of traveling to dance I met many people who organize events, I began to feel the desire, and maybe even a little need to use my experience as an organizer of events related to catering. I wanted to make parties where I can be delighted with the music I love, where I can see the friends with whom I like to dance. Finally, 4 years ago we (with other people) managed to organize my first and only edition of marathon in Lisbon, which for me was a unique experience. Now, after I had an opportunity to work for many tango events around Europe, the time has come to invite friends I found in tango to Lisbon, to the city where I spent the last twenty years of my life.

The dream is about to become reality. And I hope you do believe in me and in people who joined me in this adventure because we are working together to give you something amazing that will make you come back again and again for many years to Lisbon Tango Marathon.

The first class i did was in 2014, it quickly became an addiction and a way of life. After 4 years, like my children, family, friends and work, tango is now also part of my life and I really don't know how I’ve lived without it for so long :)

Tango allowed me to meet people with whom I made true friendships that I wouldn't otherwise have made, and keeps giving me moments of unique alignment and intensity. When I was challenged to be a part of organizing this event, the response was immediate "of course".

I lived in Porto most of my life, there I started learning Tango - and like most of us, dancers, can say, it has been a blast. The passion for the rhythms and history kept me hooked to this dance and culture.

One of my first Tango trips was to Lisbon, a city I thought I knew well, that’s when I found that tango brings a different color to every city you visit. Lisbon is no exception to this, then you add wonderful people, good food, captivating views and Fado, a perfect mix.

Lisbon Tango Marathon brings it all together with a passionate team of friends, we will make the most memorable event in an unforgettable place, I wouldn’t miss it for anything.

I love this tango passion that make us travel so far away, I love marathons and their people, helpers, dancers. I love the long preparations and the attention to details. Heart is everything.

This first LTM is a new experience with new people, new opportunities and new constraints. I love to make everything work smoothly, from computer systems to well-being of people, so that everyone can express him/herself dancing, interacting, smiling in a caring and exciting atmosphere.