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The Regions we cover

We teach folklórico from several regions of Mexico, including Jalisco, Sinaloa, Veracruz, Baja California, Chihuahua, and Aguascalientes

Jalisco

Women’s Jalisco attire is characterized by bright colors, detailed ribboning, and layered ruffles that accentuate skirt work and movement. Men wear traditional charro suits that reflect elegance and regional pride. Jalisco folklórico is known for its strong footwork, dramatic skirt movements, and confident, expressive style. The songs we teach from this region include El Autlense, El Son de la Negra, El Son de la Vaquilla, Los Machetes, El Relámpago, Las Olas, Guadalajara, Las Alazana, and Jarabe Tapatío

Sinaloa

Women’s Sinaloa attire is characterized by bright colors, floral designs, and layered ruffles that emphasize movement. Men wear red button-up shirts paired with green bandanas, white pants, and straw hats. This region’s style of dance is energetic and playful, featuring lively, bouncy steps and quick footwork. The songs we teach from this region include El Pato Asado, Vuela Paloma, El Niño Perdido, El Gallito, El Cuichi, El Sinaloense, El Coyote, and El Torro Mambo

Veracruz

Women’s Veracruz attire is characterized by elegant white dresses adorned with lace and embroidery, often paired with flowers in the hair and a rebozo. Men wear traditional white outfits, including white pants and shirts, accented with a red bandana and a straw hat. This region’s style of dance is rhythmic and expressive, featuring strong zapateado footwork. The songs we teach from this region include  El Colás, El Tilingo Lingo, El Balajú, and La Bruja, representing the rich jarocho traditions of Veracruz

Baja California

Women’s Baja California attire is characterized by long denim skirts with simple designs that reflect the northern and coastal influences of the region. Men typically wear light-colored shirts, pants, and boots, often paired with hats in a ranchero style. This region’s style of dance is energetic and bold, featuring strong footwork, quick turns, and lively partner work. The songs we teach from this region include El Pávido Návido, Pícame Tarántula, and Pájaro Campana

Chihuahua

Women’s Chihuahua attire is characterized by long, full skirts often paired with blouses that reflect the ranching traditions of the northern region. Men typically wear western-style attire, including long-sleeve shirts, pants, boots, and cowboy hats. This region’s style of dance is energetic and strong, featuring powerful footwork, quick turns, and bold movements influenced by polka and norteño rhythms. The songs we teach from this region include El Zopilote Mojado, Jesusita en Chihuahua, Polka de Pancho Villa, and Aguas del Río de Nonoava

Aguascalientes

Women’s Aguascalientes attire is characterized by bright colors, ribbon details, and full skirts designed for elegant movement. Men wear traditional charro-style outfits, including fitted pants, embroidered jackets or vests, and wide-brimmed hats. This region’s style of dance is lively and expressive, highlighting strong footwork and graceful skirt work. The only song we perform from this region is Pelea de Gallos, a dynamic piece inspired by the excitement and tradition of rooster fights in Aguascalientes

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