About

As Calgary’s most recognized, award-winning Supertanguero, Mr. Leo Sato spent much of his youth training as a competitive bodybuilder under the tutelage of Ken Suemitsu (1972 IFBB Mr. Universe Gold medalist). Through his guidance, Leo went on to win a provincial championship.

After retiring from bodybuilding, Leo re-focused his passion and commitment to dance. Despite his extensive experience with various dances, his true love now lies with Tango. Today, Leo is an enthusiastic instructor and established mentor to thousands of students for over 20 years and counting. Leo and his partner performed at numerous popular events throughout Calgary and beyond.

His memorable contributions include:

• Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Argentinian Night – Guest Dancer, 2022
• Calgary Wind Symphony, Let’s Dance! – Guest Dancer, 2022
• Sheraton Hotel Dance-off – Grand Winner, 1st place, 2019
• Calgary Civic Symphony Orchestra, Festival da Musica – Guest Dancer, 2018
• Open Salon Tango Championship Senior division, Cali, Colombia – Finalist, 2017
• Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, Buenos Aires Night – Guest Dancer, 2016
• Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra with the legendary Bandoneon player Daniel Binelli – Guest Dancer, 2008
• Ukrainian Ballet Professionals, Shumka – Choreographer / Guest Dancer, 2006
• British Blockbuster film, Burn-up – Choreographer, 2007
• Movie, Last Tango – Choreographer / Body-dub, 2003
• Live Tango show, Rhythm of Peace – Lead Dancer / Producer, 2004
• Live Tango show, Tango Temptation – Lead Dancer / Producer, 2006
• Live Tango show, Carnaval Latino – Lead Dancer / Producer, 2008

Not only as a Tango Dancer, but he is also one of a few Tango Bandoneon players in Canada, and he leads the sole genuine Tango orchestra, Cal Tango. His memorable contributions include:

• Calgary Without Patriarchy, Fools with No Voice, Guest Bandoneonist, 2022
• Celebrating Life, Guest Bandoneonist, 2022
• Mexi Fest, 2021
• International Tango Day Live Concert, Bandoneonist, 2021, 2020
• Calgary Downtown Association, Noon Concert, 2022, 2021

He is also the creator of Tango and Latin Gala. He has over 10,000 subscribers onhis Youtube channel and well over 3 million views with over 2,000 followers on Facebook. He is the most well recognized tango artist in Alberta.

Marina Gonzalez, native of Russia, began her dance training at the USSR Youth Competitors Ballroom Dance Company at the young age of seven, and continued onto her educations with the Russian Folk Dance Company. With this company, her love for dance and culture brought her to perform with a group of talented young dancers. She expand her opportunities in other types of dances after immigrating to Canada. Here, she has guest-performed in the International Salsa Congress and Rocky Mountain Grand Prix. She has dedicated herself to TangoCalgary.com company and her students, planning to continue to excel in her dance career.

Yuki is passionate Argentine Tango dancer and instructor who takes great joy in sharing beautiful moments through the art of partner dance. She has dedicated over two years to perfecting her dance skills. Throughout her journey, she had the privilege of receiving tutelage from Alberta’s most renowned tango artist, Leo Sato. He introduced her to the exquisite world of Argentine tango. Under his expert guidance, she rapidly absorbed and mastered the intricate techniques of this captivating dance form, enabling her to teach and perform Argentine tango alongside him for the public. Equipped with er newfound skills, she delved into the world of performance, enchanting audiences at various events, including dance shows, summer festivals, Latin cultural events, weddings and music events featuring live orchestras.