Tango for
Active Ageing

PROJECT OVERVIEW

STEP-BY-STEP: Tango for Active Ageing is an innovative European initiative dedicated to enhancing the physical and mental well-being of senior citizens through the art of Argentine tango. By integrating movement, music, and social connection, the project addresses critical challenges like social isolation, reduced mobility, and cognitive decline. Backed by scientific research, we use tango as a structured therapeutic tool to improve balance and coordination while potentially preventing the onset of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and dementia.

Project Name: Tango for active ageing.
Acronym: Step by step.
Call: ERASMUS-SPORT- 2025-SSCP- Small Scale Partnerships.
Durantion: 12 months.
Funding: Co funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union.

PARTNERS

Asociación Socio-Cultural Abrazos en Movimiento
(Spain)

Asd New International
(Italy)

Lyon Tango Festival
(France)

Consulta Europa Projects & Innovation
(Spain)

NEWS

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Tango classes in the Canary Islands draw major turnout from older residents

Webinar

STEP-BY-STEP Project hosts a successful train-the-trainer webinar on tango for active ageing

Webinar

Call for participation: STEP-BY-STEP Train-the-Trainer Webinar

EVENTS

Step by Step Project

3 weeks ago

Siguen las clases para mayores de 50 años..el verano puede ser una estación complicada para las personas mayores quienes pueden padecer aún más la soledad. Los jueves se están convirtiendo en su día favorito de la semana, quien sabrá porqué? 🥰😍#tangoargentino #envjecimientoactivo #ElBaileEsVida ... See MoreSee Less

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Step by Step Project

1 month ago

🪗Towards the end of the project, each partner will co-create a public performance with the seniors who take part in the classes.These events are not about perfection; they are about joy, visibility and self-expression, offering older adults a chance to share what they have achieved with families and communities.Performances will be accompanied by open class demonstrations to invite new participants and potential replicators.#communityperformance #ActiveAgeing #tangoonstage #intergenerational #socialinclusion ... See MoreSee Less

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Step by Step Project

2 months ago

➡️STEP BY STEP operates locally in Spain, Italy and France, but the lessons we learn are intended for a much wider European audience.By documenting our methods and outcomes, we hope to support other organisations that wish to integrate tango into their care or sports programmes for seniors.In the long term, we aim to contribute to policy discussions on how culture and sport can support healthy, dignified ageing.#europeanimpact #HealthyAgeing #sportandhealth #CulturalWellbeing #ErasmusPlus ... See MoreSee Less

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Step by Step Project

3 months ago

🤲Many older adults live with loneliness, self-neglect or a gradual withdrawal from social activities.Regular, group-based movement has been shown to help reduce loneliness, increase independence and support emotional well-being in later life.👏In STEP BY STEP, tango becomes a weekly anchor – a reason to leave the house, meet others and feel seen, heard and valued.#loneliness #socialconnection #dancemovementtherapy #ActiveAgeing #mentalhealth ... See MoreSee Less

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Step by Step Project is in Canary Islands.

3 months ago

➡️Safety is at the heart of every STEP BY STEP session.Our instructors designed adaptive tango techniques that allow participants to dance with support, sit for parts of the class or focus mainly on upper body movement if needed.We pay close attention to balance, fatigue and confidence, adjusting the pace so that no one feels rushed or left behind.🔗Learn more at stepbystep-project.eu/#SafeExercise #FallsPrevention #adaptedtango #ActiveAgeing #inclusivedance ... See MoreSee Less

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