Two to tango

 My new shoes!

Ever since I started this trip I have been planning to come to Buenos Aires to learn a few tango moves. People often asked while I would leave it to the end of my trip if it was something I was so passionate about, and I would reply that I would be needing to buy shoes and maybe clothes that weren't really part of my usual backpacker ensemble.
In my first week here I have been to three tango events (milongas). The second two of those involved a group class, but I did better on the first night when an older man asked me to dance and he led well and showed me a few steps.

The first group class was also good because although there were not enough men to go around, they continually paired me with a man with some experience. On the third class I, unfortunately, had to dance with a beginner and the whole thing was disastrous!
I am quite skilled (people applaud when the right guy leads me) in dancing salsa and rock n roll (swing) and a few other styles but never before have I learnt with a beginner. I didn't know how lucky I had been to always have an expert to lead the way!
I also bought some tango shoes! I went to what is supposed to be Argentina's best supplier of tango shoes and bought some cool looking killer heels.
And occasionally some people ask about my leg (which I damaged twice in accidents in Peru)... Well that's why I have only been to 3 events in the week. My leg is still bothering me a little bit, the more I push the more it hurts so I'm not pushing it too hard. At least it's good enough that I can do a bit!