Nucleo Capoeira

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines fighting techniques, acrobatics, dance, percussion, and song in a rhythmic dialogue between body, mind, and spirit. During the years of slavery in Brazil, African slaves combined their customs, dances, ceremonies, and martial practices to create the beautiful art we now call Capoeira. Music is an integral part of Capoeira, defining the rhythm, style, and intensity of a game, creating a circle of musical energy that enriches the experience for both players and spectators. My goal is to pass on to my students all that Capoeira encompasses, including movement, music, philosophy, history, and traditions.