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BACKGROUND:
Baila! Baila! Dance Academy was
founded in January of 1990. Originally educating students solely in traditional
Mexican Folk Dance, the school curriculum quickly expanded from Ballet Folklorico (Mexican Folk Dance) to include Country
Western, Latin/Salsa, Hip Hop, Classical Ballet, Danza Azteca and voice lessons. In
addition to classes offered at the academy, Baila! Baila! offers classes, including SalsaerobicsTM, through the University Of
New Mexico Division of Continuing Education. Baila! Baila! is active in the community
granting many shows as benefit performances for fundraisers and community programs.
Baila! Baila! also works closely with the City of Albuquerque’s
Public Housing and Drug Elimination Program (PHDEP) to offer children an alternative to drugs.
Baila! Baila! works to educate children in regards to respect for culture through history and dance.
Baila! Baila’s! reputation among the community has created a positive impact through word
of mouth. Because of this word of mouth, Baila! Baila! is now instructing generations
of dancers and is continuously invited to entertain and compete throughout the country. Director
Israela Garcia believes that Baila! Baila’s! success is the product of commitment and dedicated leadership. Baila! Baila! is currently the largest academy for instruction of Ballet Folklorico and dance entertainment
in Albuquerque.
VISION:
Baila!
Baila! Dance Academy is committed to teaching children
and adults respect for culture and tradition to overcome all forms of inequality through the arts. Baila! Baila! aspires to continue the growth of education and performance locally as well as nationally
and internationally. Baila! Baila! would eventually like to extend their services
to include the creation and performance of theatrical productions worldwide.
MISSION:
Baila! Baila! has become a name synonymous with professionalism and performance excellence, but only through
the hard work and dedication of countless dancers and committed teachers throughout the years.
The company shares their knowledge of cultural diversity with all audiences resulting in education and appreciation
for various cultures and traditions. Baila! Baila! strives to offer enrichment
for all communities in which it operates. In turn, family and community support
have been essential factors in the growth of the company. The company has seen
students become professionals in all fields – and some have even returned with their own toddlers for us to teach! Many of the dancers have formed relationships that have lasted fifteen years and made
acquaintances with a myriad of others. The shared interactions between all employees,
customers and shareholders have provided valuable life lessons and enrichment to all parties.
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