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Based in Northwest San Antonio, the Academy of Mexican Dance: Viva Mexico brings regional Mexican folklorico to life through dynamic choreography, colorful costumes, and community engagement. Founded in 2019 by Sergio Martinez and his wife Isabel Martinez in honor of Maria Luisa Garza, this troupe operates from Countdown Studio near Huebner & Babcock, guiding a diverse group of about 45 students aged from 3 to the 20s. Viva Mexico performs at weddings, quinceaeras, senior communities, parades, Fiesta events, and local festivals, sharing the rich traditions of Mexican regional dance with audiences across the city and beyond.