     VISION:
Calmecac Tezkatlipoka Aztec Dance & Drum is a traditional Aztec dance circle and is also well-known in Silicon Valley as a community-based performing arts dance group that promotes an appreciation and understanding of pre-Colombian art forms through traditional Aztec dance and music. Tezkatlipoka's philosophy centers on preserving the sacred traditions left behind by our ancestors while sharing and exchanging cultural knowledge as a way to foster a sense of unity and connectedness between all peoples of the Earth.
MISSION:
Tezkatlipoka works towards integrating all dimensions of Meso-American dance, music, and performance art while honoring the cultural traditions left behind by our elders. Tezkatlipoka has shown a deep commitment to the advancement of Aztec art forms by offering free weekly community classes open to all, as well as through school and community-based cultural presentations and events. Through these cultural programs, Tezkatlipoka celebrates cultural diversity by exploring common links that bring and connect all people together in a celebration of movement, art, and life.
HISTORY:
Tezkatlipoka was originally founded in 1988 by Texomazatl -David Vargas- as a traditional Aztec dance circle and cultural performance group in San Jose, California. In March of 2009, the group was re-founded as Calmecac Tezkatlipoka Aztec Dance & Drum by Texomazatl with new by-laws and student members. Currently, there are over 15 full members in the dance circle, in addition to new beginner students that attend weekly classes. The group also has a history of collaborating with other Bay Area Aztec dancers and dance groups whether it be through participating in traditional ceremonies or inviting other dancers to different performances throughout the greater Bay Area.
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