There was only one El Pulpo. Now you can learn from him. Accompanied and translated by Luiza, his longtime partner.

Norberto “Pulpo” Esbrez developed an unmistakable approach to Tango, earning his nickname “The Octopus” for the way he explored the spaces created between two dancers.

Go inside his technique and artistry with archive lessons covering his approach to the fundamentals, Sacadas, Agarres, Ganchos, Boleos and more, taught by Pulpo himself.

Study with El Pulpo, a first generation youth of Tango's modern revival. Pulpo was one of the early creators of Tango Nuevo, and you can see the foundations of the work that has become a standard part of more modern pedagogy. At the time that he was creating this stuff he was an outlier, and a unique stylist.

He unfortunately passed away young. These are the only full length classes on film. See historical footage, and lessons unavailable elsewhere on line. Gain perspective on how the styles of tango you love emerged with clear building of the material and the advanced lessons on the "Art" of Tango Nuevo.