Dancer, Manager and Producer Angel is from Brooklyn, NY and director for Salsa Guy’s Bomba y Plena. He’s lived in Richmond since 2007. “I’ve been dancing since 1977 because I wanted to meet people.” Besides dancing, Angel enjoys computer repair and small business consulting.

Dancer and Costumes Person Originally from Brooklyn, Carmen enjoys photography, scrapbooking, and dancing. She’s lived in Richmond since 1994. “I joined the group because Bomba y Plena is in my Puerto Rican roots. As a child, I was able to learn about the history of our folklore. I love the music and I love to dance. Through this group I can represent Puerto Rico, and bring the dance alive to everyone to see and enjoy.”

Originally from Veracruz Mexico Lizz is a Mexican folk dancer who enjoys crafts, drawing painting, cooking and is always happy to learn the food and culture of other countries. Lizz joined Tradición because “it feels like a family”.

Dagmar Hernandez

Born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. Moved to Virginia in 2008. The main reason I joined the group is because growing up as a New York Rican my whole life I was proud just to be Puerto Rican but never really knew anything about my culture. I saw Salsa Guy Richmond at a public event and just knew this is what I was missing culturally. The environment, the comradery, and values, has made it all worth it. I love to dance and love what we offer. I do this to pass down these traditions to my daughter.

Alexandra arts, craft, photography and sports (volleyball working out). I joined because Josey is a great sales lady .. LoL, but really I need something fun and creative in my life.