Tina Mangos and associates design and deliver arts-based programs to enhance daily life and productivity.  For over 40 years in arts and education, Tina has researched and collaborated with others to organize cultural events and teach classes for youth and adults.  Her successful brain-based method of teaching, which she terms “Cross-training your Brain,” combines logic with creative thinking in a step-by-step process that optimizes learning. Her classes are fun, productive, and sprinkled with humor.

Here’s what Tina Mangos Arts can offer:  

Dance Beat

The Art Of Dance: for Youth and Adults

  • Group and private lessons in popular Ballroom/Latin dances
  • Dance-based fitness: “Stretch & Strengthen” and “Ballroom Freestyle”
  • World of Food: Smart and easy way to cook and shop

Art

ART: Think Like a Scientist; Create Like an Artist

  •  Art Classes for youth  See Class Schedule page
  • “A Spa for Your Brain”: A day to create and rejuvenate
The Art of Language

The Art of Language: For Adults and Kids

  • In this grammar and communication course we use right-brain learning activities to improve left-brain writing.
  • The method was designed by Tina, in collaboration with experts in writing and English.
  • You’ll get a well-organized workbook that guides you through an engaging and productive process.
  • The kids program is a fun combination of drawing, grammar, and cursive writing 

Tina’s Art

Visit Tina’s studio or Athena House by appointment.  Add your name to the mailing list for upcoming art fares and shows of Tina’s work and that of other artists.  Fellow artists, feel free to contact Tina if you’re interested in collaborating.  

Athena House

Classes and More

Classes for youth and adults, meeting space, and a place in which to create and socialize.   

Tina will create a class for 3 or more people.

Get on the mailing list in case something is not listed on the website. 

 From Tina…. 

Tina Mangos

I emigrated from Greece as a child, grew up in Gary, pursued advanced degrees in the arts and education, and spent most of my career in Chicago.

There I conducted my corporate training business, ran a dance business, and enjoyed a very busy 20 years of teaching art in the Chicago Public Schools.  I’ve always juggled at least two “jobs” at the same time—not being able to quickly answer the question, “So what do you do?”

Now that I’m “retired” and living in Hamilton County, I have the flexibility to pursue my interests, to teach, and to create art at my own pace.  I take time to connect with others and share ideas because unexpected things can happen to make life richer. My purpose in life remains the same:  to create and teach.  I’d love to hear from you. Join me on a journey and “take your brain on a dance through life.”      

Please feel free to share ideas, to collaborate, or to get more info.

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Thank You

For 40+ years, I’ve taught thousands of students of all ages and engaged hundreds of professionals in my ventures. I’m grateful for the opportunities and talent-sharing.