Swiss National
I live in Switzerland
Choose the Swiss National circuit if you are a Swiss citizen or resident. Categories are available for different levels and formats.
GENEVA · 23–25 APRIL 2027
Your tango.
Your next goal.
A new stage in Switzerland.
The first Swiss National Tango Competition within the MetropoliTango World circuit, with national categories for Swiss citizens and residents and International Open categories for dancers from every country.
Beginner or experienced. Amateur, Pro-Am, solo Milonguero, stage couple or group: there is a way for you to take part.
National & InternationalDifferent levelsMilongasMaestro performances
Opening programmeFriday 23 April
Competition24–25 April 2027
VenueCentre Social Protestant14 rue du Village-Suisse, Geneva
RegistrationOpen nowNational & International routes
WHO IS IT FOR?
Is this competition
for me?
You do not need to be a professional or an experienced competitor. Start with the profile that best describes you.
International Open
I am coming from another country
Join the International Open in Geneva and compete within the MetropoliTango World circuit, subject to the official rules.
First Competition
This would be my first competition
The Amateur Beginner category is designed to make a first competition goal more accessible.
Solo Entry
I do not have a competition partner
Enter individually in a Tango Milongueros Leader or Follower category, where available.
Pro-Am
I dance with my teacher
A dedicated way for students and teachers to take part together in the Swiss National circuit.
Stage & Group
We have a choreography or a group
Choose Tango Escenario for a staged couple performance or Group Choreography for an eligible team.
WHY PARTICIPATE?
More than a title.
A new step in your tango journey.
A competition can be a personal goal, not a judgment. Prepare with purpose, experience a new stage and become part of an international tango weekend in Geneva.
Set a meaningful goal
Give your training a clear direction and a date to work towards.
Represent your community
Dance for Switzerland, your canton, city, school or tango community.
Gain competition experience
Discover how your tango responds to a structured international environment.
Enter an international network
Meet dancers and communities connected through MetropoliTango World.
Progress in the circuit
Where official rules allow it, compete for qualification to the World Finals.
Live a complete weekend
Combine competition with milongas, performances and a competitor workshop.
CATEGORY FINDER
Find the right
category for you.
Select a profile to see the most relevant confirmed routes. Always check the official regulations before registering.
Amateur Beginner
For eligible Swiss citizens or residents beginning their competition journey.
- Experience
- 1–3 years*
- Format
- Couple
- Fee
- CHF 30 / couple
Tango de Pista
Level-based participation from Amateur to Open, subject to final eligibility rules.
- Levels
- Multiple
- Format
- Couple
- Fee
- from CHF 70
Tango de Pista Open
For dancers from every country entering the international MetropoliTango route.
- Eligibility
- All countries
- Format
- Couple
- Membership
- Required*
Tango Milongueros
Individual participation as Leader or Follower — no competition partner required.
- Role
- Leader / Follower
- Format
- Solo entry
- Fee
- CHF 30 / person
Pro-Am
A dedicated competition format for an eligible student and teacher partnership.
- Partners
- Student + teacher
- Format
- Couple
- Status
- Rules apply
Stage & Group
Tango Escenario for a staged couple and Group Choreography for an eligible team.
- Style
- Choreographed
- Format
- Couple / group
- Group fee
- CHF 80*
THE WEEKEND EXPERIENCE
Three days of tango
in Geneva.
Friday23April 2027
Arrive & connect
Opening programme
Competitor workshop with a visiting maestro, Welcome Milonga, official presentation of the jury and maestro performances.
Workshop for registered competitorsSaturday24April 2027
Compete & celebrate
National and International rounds
Swiss National and International competition rounds, followed by the Grande Milonga.
Competition daySunday25April 2027
Finals & recognition
Finals and awards
Final rounds, awards and winner or maestro performances. Gala details will be published after confirmation.
Gala format to be confirmedJURY PANEL
International perspective.
Swiss expertise.
The MetropoliTango Switzerland jury will bring together distinguished international guest maestros and recognised tango professionals who live and work in Switzerland.
Switzerland-based
Local knowledge, recognised experience
Established maestros representing the quality, diversity and professional experience of tango in Switzerland.
International
Guest maestros from abroad
Invited international names bringing a broader perspective and experience from the global tango community.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Confirmed jury members will be introduced here progressively as invitations are accepted.
IN THE HEART OF EUROPE
“A home stage for Swiss tango.
An open door to the world.”
PART OF AN INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT
One stage in Geneva.
A global tango network.
MetropoliTango World connects national and international competitions, events and tango communities across several countries. The Geneva stage gives dancers in Switzerland a home competition and welcomes international participants to compete in the heart of Europe.
Organised by MalenaTango Geneva AssociationNational Director of MetropoliTango World in Switzerland
REGISTRATION
Choose your route.
Build your competition.
Cumulative pricing rewards dancers entering several couple categories with the same partner and within the same circuit.
From CHF 30
Accessible level-based and format-based entries for eligible Swiss citizens and residents.
- CHF 30 Beginner / couple
- CHF 70 Up to 2 categories / couple
- CHF 90 3–4 categories / couple
- CHF 130 Full Competition Pass / couple
From CHF 70
Open to eligible participants from every country. Active membership may be required.
- CHF 70 Up to 2 categories / couple
- CHF 90 3–4 categories / couple
- CHF 130 Full Competition Pass / couple
- CHF 30 Milongueros / person
PLAN YOUR WEEKEND
Geneva is closer
than you think.
Easy international access, a central venue and a complete tango experience in one of Europe’s most connected cities.
01
Venue
Centre Social Protestant
14 rue du Village-Suisse, 1205 Geneva
02
Arriving
Travel guidance from Geneva Airport and Cornavin station will be added here.
03
Stay
Recommended accommodation and partner options will be published when confirmed.
QUESTIONS
Before you
step onto the floor.
Short answers for the questions participants ask first. Official regulations remain the definitive source.
Do I need to be a professional?+
No. The programme is designed to include different levels and formats, subject to the confirmed eligibility conditions.
Can this be my first competition?+
Yes. If you meet the confirmed Beginner or Amateur conditions, the competition can be a structured first goal.
Who may enter the Swiss National circuit?+
Swiss citizens and residents may enter eligible national categories. The exact evidence required will be stated in the official regulations.
Can international dancers participate?+
Yes, through the confirmed International Open categories, subject to official rules and membership requirements.
Can I enter without a partner?+
The Tango Milongueros Leader and Follower routes allow individual entry where confirmed.
How does Pro-Am work?+
Pro-Am is planned for the Swiss National circuit. One amateur dancer competes together with one professional — usually their teacher. Exact eligibility, dance format, fees and judging conditions will be published as soon as the Switzerland-specific rules are approved.
What happens on Sunday?+
Sunday is planned for final rounds, awards and performances. Gala details will follow after confirmation.
GENEVA · 23–25 APRIL 2027
Your next tango goal
starts in Geneva.
Choose your category and join dancers from Switzerland and abroad for MetropoliTango Switzerland 2027.