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    CULTURA Academy for the Native Arts

    This cultural enrichment program focuses on youth development, through the knowledge and awareness of Mexico's Indignous cultur. In this type of learning environment, students are able to learn about ancient Mexico through a complete mind and body experience. This includes a interactive lesson, music, art projects and best of all traditional Mexica(Aztec) dance.

    Our purpose is to generate excitement & a admiration for all cultures, especially their own. Here students will begin to awaken each of their personal interests and unique form of expression.

    Excitement in learning will affect them in all aspects. As they share the beauty of cultural diversity, their own self confidence grows along with their personal & cultural identity.

    We are now preparing our young warriors with the most valuable weapons of all, respect, compassion and love. So that we can follow behind our children with pride, as they stand together to lead us in unity.

    CULTURA OPTIONS

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    Mexica(Aztec) Culture and Dance

    Cultura y Danza Mexica(Azteca) 1-2hr class, Ages 5-10

    This Course combines Physical Education, Recreation, Dance, Art, and Culture all in one Class. Providing a interactive alternative to the education of Mexico’s Native Culture. Students will experience the Mexica(Aztec) traditions through movement & dance, games & role play, Nahuatl & Spanish language, story telling, Mexica art projects, animals, music & song.

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    Mexica(Aztec) Dance Culture

    Danza y Cultura Mexica (Aztec) 1-2 hr.class, Ages 10 & up

    This Course provides Physical & Cultural Education of Mexico’s Indigenous art & dances. Starting with the Mexica philosophy and History and extending to the physical discipline of Danza (Aztec dance). This is a step by step break down of the dances, drumming, regalia and languages used by the Mexica.

    Courses can include some of the following subjects;

    Day of the Dead Dia De Los Muertos

    Indigenous Instruments & Music

    The Aztec Calendar Tonalmaxiotl

    Making a Dance Warrior Outfit

    Power Animals Nahuales

    Mexica Dance Circle

    Stories & Games Cuentos

    Counting in Nahuatl

    Other Options:

    Altars and Blessings

    Traditional altars dedicated to different types of ceremonies, occasions and or celebrations. Decorated with your own students colorful art work & light. These altars display Mexico’s Indigenous traditions for all to see and appreciate.

    Exhibition and Presentation

    25 min Available for all ages

    A demonstration of the beauty & color of Indigenous Mexico. Performed for the school by the students themselves. Wearing traditional regalia made in class, dance and live music. They’ll also give a brief explanation of the history & language, so the whole school receives a short but powerful insight on what Mexico’s Indigenous Culture was and still is today.

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    We feel this type of education is very important in the community and are in constant effort to ensure it’s continuation and growth.

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