All participants must check in in person to receive their assigned number. For age-restricted categories, a valid ID or passport is required. The number must be worn on the leader’s back during each round and be returned to the front desk at the end of the competition.
Tango community… The love and pursuit of tango can be challenging, especially if unforeseen events prevent us from attending events that we plan for. While it is a true art to balance cost and quality, we understand emergency circumstances. We will do our best to accommodate you…
100% REFUND
Within 14 days from date of purchase
minus transaction fees
50% REFUND
After 14 days of purchase and before 1/10/2026
minus transaction fees
No refunds or credit after 1/10/26. No exceptions!
POSTPONEMENT
In case SCTC 2026 has an unforeseen event, credit will be issued for 2027.
All sales are non-transferable. The organizer reserves the right to substitute maestros and any acts due to any unforeseen circumstances.
COMPETITION TERMS & CONDITIONS
SCTC is organized by Yuli B, who oversees the smooth operation of the competition, ensures compliance with the terms and conditions of participation, promotes the event, and manages the awarding of prizes. Yuli B is committed to maintaining impartiality and has no influence over the judging panel’s evaluation or decisions.
SCTC is open to participants of all nationalities and genders, welcoming diverse couple pairings. All participants are expected to uphold the event’s reputation, demonstrate good sportsmanship, and respect the decisions of the independent judges. By registering, participants agree to abide by the official rules of the SoCal Tango Championship and Festival.
SCTC emphasizes connection, camaraderie, and good sportsmanship. Its mission is to unite tango dancers from around the world to share their passion in a friendly, respectful, and safe environment.
CATEGORIES
Participants are limited to one entry per category. If competing in a partnership within a category, the partnership must remain the same for all rounds; however, partners may vary across different categories.
PRO/AM
To qualify for this category, each couple must include one professional tango dancer who earns income from tango and one amateur. Couples consisting of two professionals are not eligible and will be disqualified. Registration fees are non-refundable.
CHECK-IN
All participants must check in at the designated location no later than one hour before the start of the contest. Registered participants who fail to check in on time will be disqualified from the competition.
COMPETITOR NUMBERS
SPECTATORS
We welcome family and friends to attend and support their favorite tangueros. Spectator passes will be available for purchase at the door on the day of the event. We wish all participants the best of luck and a memorable competition experience!