What Is Baile Folklorico?

At Fitz Intermediate, there are a lot of fun after-school activities, like choir, BGC, etc. But one that is both active and fun is the Baile Folklorico. The Baile Folklorico class is both a cultural club and a place where you can express yourself through DANCE. Baile Folklorico is a traditional folkloric dance where each region of Mexico is represented by different music, steps, and traditional attire.

Baile Folklorico students are glad to be in the class because it provides the opportunity to learn more about Mexican culture while dancing and having fun. An anonymous 8th-grade student claimed that she joined because she regretted not joining Baile Folklorico in her first year at Fitz after seeing the dancers on stage in their beautiful outfits. The class teaches students the various steps and music that accompany Mexican folkloric dances. However, most students are thrilled to be in Baile Folklorico because of the friendships they create. To them, baile Folklorico feels like a big community. An 8th-grade student said that what she loves most about Baile Folklorico is how close everyone is.  

Behind all of the steps and dancing is their instructor, Ms. Zamora. Ms. Zamora teaches all of the steps that make up the amazing performances. Ms. Zamora’s favorite thing about being the Baile Folklorico instructor is that she gets to dance along with the students. She also loves learning about the regions of Mexico so she can pass the knowledge on to her students. In addition, Ms. Zamora loves watching her dancers grow and become more confident as they dance. 

All of the Baile Folklorico students are happy to have Ms. Zamora as their teacher.  Many students say that Ms. Zamora is an amazing teacher because she is encouraging and patient with all of her dancers. A 8th-grade student named Jocelyn Cantor shared that she is very glad that Ms. Zamora is the Baile Folklorico instructor because Ms. Zamora has been teaching her since elementary school. She also said that Ms. Zamora is really good at helping students learn the steps and encouraging them. Another 8th-grade student, Min Vy, expressed that she is very happy that Ms. Zamora is the Baile Folklorico teacher because she is one of the most caring teachers, and she always helps students when they need it.

Baile Folklorico is an amazing class to participate in. It's a class where you will be guided by an amazing teacher and surrounded by a supportive community. It's also a class where you can express yourself freely and have a lot of fun. So like what they sometimes say—ON WITH THE SHOW.