Calgary's most recognized tango dancer, Leo Sato, spent much of his youth art training as a competitive bodybuilder under the tutelage of Ken-ichi Suemitsu (1972 IFBB Mr. Universe Gold medallist). It was through his guidance that Leo went on to win a championship. It was at this time that Leo was first introduced to dance. Suemitsu had been a ballroom dance instructor before embarking on his successful bodybuilding career. Suemitsu taught Leo that bodybuilding was not only about body size and mass, but also about balance, composition, coordination and choreography. These insights became the foundation for Leo’s passion as an artist and choreographer. Whether bodybuilding or dancing, Leo believes the spirit of creativity resides within the artist, no matter what the medium.
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