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September	September	September	1	2 Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica 18:45 -21:30 2025-10-02 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez Scarboro Community Association 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/tango-practica-3-2-3/2025-10-02/ Join us tonight for Arg. Tango Thursday Practica. This is not a structured class but a freestyle event where you can enjoy music, dance on a spacious floor, and connect with like-minded individuals. If you require any guidance, our instructors will be available upon request. The event starts 6:45, Social Tango class for all levels and continues to the Practica from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The admission is $15 cash drop-in that covers the whole evening. Treat your body and soul by attending this event, and remember that everyone is welcome! November 27: Tango Nuevo December 4: Jive Swing December 11: International Tango Day Tango! December 18: Tango of your request 19:30-21:30 Tango Practica (Social) Free parking and the entrance is on the south side (back side) of the building. Fees: $15 cash drop-in Free for Scarboro Association Membership	3	4 Rami’s Milonga Rami’s Milonga 21:00 -23:59 2025-10-04-2026-01-31 Rami El Bourini Ballroom and Country Dance Studio 121C 17th Avenue Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada 121C 17th Avenue Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/ramis-milonga-2/2025-10-04/ This event occurs every 1st Saturday of the month. Admission: Approx. $20 Contact: Rami ramybourini@gmail.com Important: This page shares event information as a convenience. We do not guarantee accuracy. Please confirm all details directly with the organizer before attending.
5 Tango Course 9-2025 Tango Course 9-2025 19:00 -21:00 2025-10-05 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez Olympia Dance Club 517 16 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 1K5, Canada 517 16 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 1K5, Canada http://www.tangocalgary.com/classes For details, please visit, www.tangocalgary.com/classes	6	7 Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1) Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1) 19:00 -20:00 2025-10-07 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez University of Calgary University of Calgary, University Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, Canada University of Calgary, University Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/intro-to-arg-tango-class-at-the-udc-2-2/2025-10-07/ Leo Sato will be teaching Introductory Argentine Tango course for the University Dance Club 19:00 – 20:00 SA 247 University student discounts available. For registration, please follow the link – Dance Classes \| University Dance Club \| Dance Socials Jim’s Practica Jim’s Practica 20:15 -22:00 2025-10-07 Victor Benoit and Margarita Montener Marda Loop Community Association 3130 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 4G7, Canada 3130 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 4G7, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/victors-practica/2025-10-07/ This event occurs every Tuesday Admission: Approx $15 per person Contact: Victor Benoit vicbenoit@gmail.com Important: This page shares event information as a convenience. We do not guarantee accuracy. Please confirm all details directly with the organizer before attending.	8	9 Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica 18:45 -21:30 2025-10-09 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez Scarboro Community Association 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/tango-practica-3-2-3/2025-10-09/ Join us tonight for Arg. Tango Thursday Practica. This is not a structured class but a freestyle event where you can enjoy music, dance on a spacious floor, and connect with like-minded individuals. If you require any guidance, our instructors will be available upon request. The event starts 6:45, Social Tango class for all levels and continues to the Practica from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The admission is $15 cash drop-in that covers the whole evening. Treat your body and soul by attending this event, and remember that everyone is welcome! November 27: Tango Nuevo December 4: Jive Swing December 11: International Tango Day Tango! December 18: Tango of your request 19:30-21:30 Tango Practica (Social) Free parking and the entrance is on the south side (back side) of the building. Fees: $15 cash drop-in Free for Scarboro Association Membership	10	11 Everyone’s Milonga Everyone’s Milonga 20:00 -23:59 2025-10-11 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez Haysboro Community Association 1204 89 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2V 0W4, Canada 1204 89 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2V 0W4, Canada https://tangocalgary.square.site/product/adv-milonga-ticket-discounted-/20?cs=true&cst=custom More central location, lager venue and hardwood floor!! 8:00 Social Tango Dancing Lesson, all levels 9:00 Milonga till midnight, October 11, Jim G’s Welcome back Milonga with his DJ Now the first 15 purchasers will receive $15 Advance ticket. It is sold during Leo’s classes, Thursday Pracica or Online https://tangocalgary.square.site/product/adv-milonga-ticket-discounted-/20?cs=true&cst=custom $20 Door general or free with the proof of Haysboro Association Membership
12	13 Thanksgiving Day Thanksgiving Day All day 2025-10-13 https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/new-years-day-2-2-2-2-2/2025-10-13/ No additional detail for this event.	14 Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1) Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1) 19:00 -20:00 2025-10-14 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez University of Calgary University of Calgary, University Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, Canada University of Calgary, University Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/intro-to-arg-tango-class-at-the-udc-2-2/2025-10-14/ Leo Sato will be teaching Introductory Argentine Tango course for the University Dance Club 19:00 – 20:00 SA 247 University student discounts available. For registration, please follow the link – Dance Classes \| University Dance Club \| Dance Socials Jim’s Practica Jim’s Practica 20:15 -22:00 2025-10-14 Victor Benoit and Margarita Montener Marda Loop Community Association 3130 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 4G7, Canada 3130 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 4G7, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/victors-practica/2025-10-14/ This event occurs every Tuesday Admission: Approx $15 per person Contact: Victor Benoit vicbenoit@gmail.com Important: This page shares event information as a convenience. We do not guarantee accuracy. Please confirm all details directly with the organizer before attending.	15	16 Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica 18:45 -21:30 2025-10-16 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez Scarboro Community Association 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/tango-practica-3-2-3/2025-10-16/ Join us tonight for Arg. Tango Thursday Practica. This is not a structured class but a freestyle event where you can enjoy music, dance on a spacious floor, and connect with like-minded individuals. If you require any guidance, our instructors will be available upon request. The event starts 6:45, Social Tango class for all levels and continues to the Practica from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The admission is $15 cash drop-in that covers the whole evening. Treat your body and soul by attending this event, and remember that everyone is welcome! November 27: Tango Nuevo December 4: Jive Swing December 11: International Tango Day Tango! December 18: Tango of your request 19:30-21:30 Tango Practica (Social) Free parking and the entrance is on the south side (back side) of the building. Fees: $15 cash drop-in Free for Scarboro Association Membership	17	18 Ralph’s Milonga Ralph’s Milonga 20:30 -23:59 2025-10-18 Judy Chu and Ralph Bennetsen Ballroom and Country Dance Studio 121C 17th Avenue Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada 121C 17th Avenue Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/beso-de-tango-milonga-2-2-3-2/2025-10-18/ This event occurs every 3rd Saturday of the month. Admission: approx. $20 Contact: Ralph Bennetsen (403) 816-5680 or rbennetsen@gmail.com Important: This page shares event information as a convenience. We do not guarantee accuracy. Please confirm all details directly with the organizer before attending.
19 Tango Course 9-2025 Tango Course 9-2025 19:00 -21:00 2025-10-19 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez Olympia Dance Club 517 16 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 1K5, Canada 517 16 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 1K5, Canada http://www.tangocalgary.com/classes For details, please visit, www.tangocalgary.com/classes	20	21 Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1) Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1) 19:00 -20:00 2025-10-21 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez University of Calgary University of Calgary, University Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, Canada University of Calgary, University Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/intro-to-arg-tango-class-at-the-udc-2-2/2025-10-21/ Leo Sato will be teaching Introductory Argentine Tango course for the University Dance Club 19:00 – 20:00 SA 247 University student discounts available. For registration, please follow the link – Dance Classes \| University Dance Club \| Dance Socials Jim’s Practica Jim’s Practica 20:15 -22:00 2025-10-21 Victor Benoit and Margarita Montener Marda Loop Community Association 3130 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 4G7, Canada 3130 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 4G7, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/victors-practica/2025-10-21/ This event occurs every Tuesday Admission: Approx $15 per person Contact: Victor Benoit vicbenoit@gmail.com Important: This page shares event information as a convenience. We do not guarantee accuracy. Please confirm all details directly with the organizer before attending.	22	23 Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica 18:45 -21:30 2025-10-23 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez Scarboro Community Association 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/tango-practica-3-2-3/2025-10-23/ Join us tonight for Arg. Tango Thursday Practica. This is not a structured class but a freestyle event where you can enjoy music, dance on a spacious floor, and connect with like-minded individuals. If you require any guidance, our instructors will be available upon request. The event starts 6:45, Social Tango class for all levels and continues to the Practica from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The admission is $15 cash drop-in that covers the whole evening. Treat your body and soul by attending this event, and remember that everyone is welcome! November 27: Tango Nuevo December 4: Jive Swing December 11: International Tango Day Tango! December 18: Tango of your request 19:30-21:30 Tango Practica (Social) Free parking and the entrance is on the south side (back side) of the building. Fees: $15 cash drop-in Free for Scarboro Association Membership	24	25 Vincenzo’s Milonga Vincenzo’s Milonga 21:00 -23:59 2025-10-25 Vincenzo Renzi Ballroom and Country Dance Studio 121C 17th Avenue Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada 121C 17th Avenue Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/tango-divino-milonga-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/2025-10-25/ This event occurs every 4th Saturday of the month Admission: approx. $20 Contact: Vincenzo Renzi at virenzi@shaw.ca Important: This page shares event information as a convenience. We do not guarantee accuracy. Please confirm all details directly with the organizer before attending. Tango Divino Milonga Tango Divino Milonga 21:00 -23:59 2025-10-25 Vincenzo Renzi Ballroom and Country Dance Studio 121C 17th Avenue Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada 121C 17th Avenue Northeast, Calgary, AB, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/tango-divino-milonga-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/2025-10-25/ This event occurs every 4th Saturday of the month Admission: Approx. $20 Contact: Vincenzo Renzi at virenzi@shaw.ca Important: This page shares event information as a convenience. We do not guarantee accuracy. Please confirm all details directly with the organizer before attending.
26 Tango Course 10-2025 Tango Course 10-2025 19:00 -21:00 2025-10-26 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez Olympia Dance Club 517 16 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 1K5, Canada 517 16 Ave NE, Calgary, AB T2E 1K5, Canada http://www.tangocalgary.com/classes For details, please visit, www.tangocalgary.com/classes	27	28 Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1) Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1) 19:00 -20:00 2025-10-28 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez University of Calgary University of Calgary, University Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, Canada University of Calgary, University Drive Northwest, Calgary, AB, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/intro-to-arg-tango-class-at-the-udc-2-2/2025-10-28/ Leo Sato will be teaching Introductory Argentine Tango course for the University Dance Club 19:00 – 20:00 SA 247 University student discounts available. For registration, please follow the link – Dance Classes \| University Dance Club \| Dance Socials Jim’s Practica Jim’s Practica 20:15 -22:00 2025-10-28 Victor Benoit and Margarita Montener Marda Loop Community Association 3130 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 4G7, Canada 3130 16 St SW, Calgary, AB T2T 4G7, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/victors-practica/2025-10-28/ This event occurs every Tuesday Admission: Approx $15 per person Contact: Victor Benoit vicbenoit@gmail.com Important: This page shares event information as a convenience. We do not guarantee accuracy. Please confirm all details directly with the organizer before attending.	29	30 Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica 18:45 -21:30 2025-10-30 Leo Sato and Marina Gonzalez Scarboro Community Association 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada 1727 14 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T3C 0W7, Canada https://www.tangocalgary.com/archives/event/tango-practica-3-2-3/2025-10-30/ Join us tonight for Arg. Tango Thursday Practica. This is not a structured class but a freestyle event where you can enjoy music, dance on a spacious floor, and connect with like-minded individuals. If you require any guidance, our instructors will be available upon request. The event starts 6:45, Social Tango class for all levels and continues to the Practica from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. The admission is $15 cash drop-in that covers the whole evening. Treat your body and soul by attending this event, and remember that everyone is welcome! November 27: Tango Nuevo December 4: Jive Swing December 11: International Tango Day Tango! December 18: Tango of your request 19:30-21:30 Tango Practica (Social) Free parking and the entrance is on the south side (back side) of the building. Fees: $15 cash drop-in Free for Scarboro Association Membership	31	November

What are Prácticas and Milongas?

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Prácticas

In Tango, a práctica refers to a practice session where dancers come together to work on their dance skills in a less formal environment than a milonga (tango dance party). Unlike milongas, which are social events where the emphasis is on dancing and socializing, practicas are focused on learning and improvement. They provide a space for dancers to experiment with new steps, work on technique, and ask for feedback from more experienced dancers or instructors who might be present.

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Milongas

In Tango, a milonga is also a social dance event or gathering dedicated to dancing tango, including its various forms such as traditional tango, milonga (the dance style matching the milonga music genre), and vals (waltz-style tango). These events are where dancers of all levels come together to enjoy tango music and dance in a social setting, often following specific cultural etiquettes and traditions such as the “cabeceo” for inviting partners to dance.

Milonga Etiquette:

No teaching, no criticizing.
No lifts.
No unsafe figures.
Leave the figures for shows at home
No loud talking.
No soliciting.
Stay in your lane and move forward in Line of Dance.
Move up and fill gap in front of you.
Use Cabeceo and accept refusals.
Keep eyes up to avoid collisions, both gents and ladies.
Apologize regardless of who is at fault in case of collisions.
Shower, brush teeth before milonga. Dry sweat between tandas.
Ladies, feel free to ask men to dance with you in Calgary!

Calendar

Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica

Rami’s Milonga

Tango Course 9-2025

Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1)

Jim’s Practica

Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica

Everyone’s Milonga

Thanksgiving Day

Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1)

Jim’s Practica

Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica

Ralph’s Milonga

Tango Course 9-2025

Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1)

Jim’s Practica

Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica

Vincenzo’s Milonga

Tango Divino Milonga

Tango Course 10-2025

Arg. Tango class at the UDC (Session 1)

Jim’s Practica

Tango Cash Drop-in Class and Práctica

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