Relampago del Cielo arts program provides instruction in Mexican folklorico dance. Students receive weekly classes that are representative of the various regions of Mexico. Approximately 325 students’ ages three to young adult, are in the program. Relámpago offers classes to any interested child regardless of ability to pay. Financial aid is available to low-income families to support tuition fees. Families who meet prerequisite minimum annual income, as established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, qualify for assistance. Annual Student Recital: The students showcase their accomplishments and learning at the annual student recital. Students are given the opportunity to perform on stage, to an audience of over a thousand attendees. Community Involvement and Performances: The students perform in educational, cultural, business and community events throughout Orange County, such as community parades, civic celebrations, school presentations and church events. Relampago del Cielo also operates a professional ballet folklorico dance company which offers free and paid performances at a variety of venues across Southern California and beyond and reaches thousands of audience members every year.