Maestro Samuel G. Betancourt is the Executive and Artistic Director of Orgullo Mestizo Folk Ballet in Fontana Ca. His dance training extends beyond Folklorico, he has also trained in classical ballet, jazz and modern dance. His dance training in Folklorico has gone as far as dancing with Grandeza Mexicana and also trained with Pacifico Dance Co.

Maestro Samuel was born in Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico. He began his dance training at a young age and has danced since. Passionate about communication through language, Mr. Betancourt earned his Bachelor’s degree in linguistics and is now working on his Master’s Degree in Psychology in the branch of human behavior.

At DUF 2017

Jr. High: Chiapas & Veracruz (int/adv)

This year Maestro Samuel G Betancourt  will be teaching dances from the states of Chiapas and Veracruz

Chiapas: Sones de Grijalva and Cachito rascapetate

Veracruz: El Canelo and La Bamba