Moving with the wind,
grounded in tradition.

Kalpulli Ehecacoatl preserves indigenous Mexican traditions in the community of Watsonville, CA.

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Our Mission & Vision

A safe, inclusive space to keep tradition alive

The mission of Kalpulli Ehecacoatl is to offer a safe and inclusive space, where each member is essential to strengthen our community and teach traditions to future generations through dance, music, and culture — preserving the traditions of indigenous cultures from Mexico and creating a positive, healthy change in the community.

“Kalpulli Ehecacoatl” is a name rich in meaning, drawn from Nahuatl.

Kalpulli
A learning community — a place of ceremonial gathering.
Ehecatl — Wind
Our first breath at birth. The force that brings life-giving rain.
Coatl — Serpent
Movement, transformation, and knowledge.
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Healthy change in the community

Free Danza Classes

Every Monday & Thursday, all are welcome to learn traditional Mexica dance alongside our group.

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Presentations

Bring our dances, music, and stories to your school, festival, or community celebration.

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Día de Muertos Ceremony

Join us every year to honor our ancestors through dance, song, and remembrance.

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Mission College

Celebrando Excelencia

Celebrating the achievements of Latinx, Chicanx, and indigenous student graduates.

Santa Cruz Dance Week

An offering in the street

Incense rises as a dancer honors the four directions before the crowd.

Día de Muertos Ceremony

Remembrance in regalia

Honoring our ancestors through dance, song, and sacred ritual.

Free Danza Practices

Where the drum teaches

Every Monday & Thursday, our community gathers to learn and grow together.

Día de Muertos, Watsonville

Beneath the marigold arch

The community gathers at Romo Park to celebrate life and memory together.

Community Performance

Moving as one

Preserving tradition, celebrating movement — together, in community.

Preserving Tradition, Celebrating Movement