Ballet Folklorico Mexikayotl
Dance - History - Culture
Mission Statement
Culture, fitness, and fun through movement!
Our goal is to share the beauty of Mexican folk dances with the general public and educate dancers with the history, culture, and tradition associated with the vibrant regional costumes and choreography.
About Us
Ms. Elsa Y. Nelligan has been dancing and teaching in Austin, Texas for over 30 years. She founded Ballet Folklórico Mexikayotl (BFM) on January 6th, 1999. She travels to México several times each year to attend civic, religious, and folk festivals. She continues her education by attending classes, workshops, and dance conferences throughout México.
Ms. Nelligan is presently a dance instructor at Williams Elementary, Casey Elementary, McCallum HS, and Rundberg IDEA Academy.
JOIN BFM
Dittmar Recreation Center
1009 W. Dittmar Rd.
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 914-5346
Our group has been invited to perform across Texas as well as Canada, Peru, and Mexico.
Locally BFM performs at festivals, schools, churches, parades, conferences, quinceañeras, weddings, and private parties.
Classes are available for children (ages 5 and up), teens, and adults.
"Great dancers are not great because of their technique, they are great because of their PASSION."
- Martha Graham
Contact Us
Get in touch with us today to learn more about our performance schedule, events, and work.
(512) 914-5346