 
Like our Aztec and Mayan ancestors who came before us, Tezkatlipoka continues in the wearing of traditional regalia (Tonalkayotl) and playing musical instruments as a way to honor the sacred dances and songs passed down from our elders. Audiences will be awed by large headdresses of colorful plumage, seed pod rattle anklets and copal tree-resin incense that add to the vibrant dances and powerful drumming style of Aztec percussion. Specialty dances, available by request in advance, include the “Fire Dance,” where dancers express respect for fire and the elements. Other specialty dances include Aguila Blanca, the "White Eagle" dance which illustrates the battle between the white eagle and the jaguar, which symbolize the duality between day and night. Tezkatlipoka also shares and explains the meaning of each dance, and upon request, can incorporate key themes and messages into the presentation talking points with advance notice. Please visit our video and photo gallery pages for media and photos of recent presentations.For a truly unique and powerful Aztec Dance and Drum presentation, please contact Tezkatlipoka.
*Best Availability is on Tuesdays and/ or Wednesdays.
Recent Announcements
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QUETZALCOATL DANZA CEREMONY 2012
Groupo Tezkatlipoka invites all danza groups, danzantes, and community to celebrate Quetzalcoatl together this year. Tezkatlipoka has been hosting this beautiful ceremony for more than 15 years. Quetzalcoatl is an ...
Posted May 9, 2012 5:08 PM by Tezkatlipoka Aztec Dance
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Kuauhtemok Danza Ceremony 2012
Tezkatlipoka is once again hosting a dance ceremony in honor of the last great Mexica leader and warrior, Kuauhtemok on Thursday, February 23 from 7:00---9:30 pm at ...
Posted Feb 9, 2012 10:14 AM by Marta Lugo
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Check out Tezkatlipoka on Ch. 7 Profiles of Excellence!
Check out ABC's Ch. 7 special profile on David Texomazatl Vargas, leader of Tezkatlipoka Aztec Dance & Drum group!
http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/video?id=8046599&syndicate=syndicate§ion
Posted Apr 5, 2011 10:16 PM by Marta Lugo
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Kuahtemok Aztec Dance Ceremony in San Jose- Wed. 2/23 7:30-9:30p
Tezkatlipoka will be hosting an Aztec Dance Ceremony in honor of Kuahtemok on Wednesday, February 23, 2011 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Washington United Youth Center GYM ...
Posted Feb 18, 2011 2:48 PM by Tezkatlipoka Aztec Dance
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Platica/ Lecture Talk on Kuahtemok & Aztec Calendar - Sun. 2/20 10a--3:30pm
Tezkatlipoka is organizing a platica/ lecture talk in honor of Kuahtemok to prepare for the ceremonia and a special presentation on the Aztec Calendar Count System at Escuela Popular High ...
Posted Feb 18, 2011 2:43 PM by Tezkatlipoka Aztec Dance
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