Capoeira is a martial art form that originated in the sixteenth century among slaves brought to Brazil from African nations such as Angola, Congo and Guinea. The game of capoeira angola is performed by two players within a ring of people called roda. The game is played to music, a preponderant component of capoeira, The two players use various movements of attack and defense according to the rhythm of the music. Overall, the aim of the capoeira angola game is simply the enjoyment of the game by creating a flowing and witty corporal conversation between the two players. Added benefits are improved malicia, or cunning, physical fitness, musical ability, singing, body awareness and self-defense ability.

Classes

This class is meant for all level students, from beginner to advanced, and no experience is necessary. Students will learn the fluid, dance-like movements that allow them to improvise in the roda, and will also learn the traditional capoeira songs, how to sing and how to play the accompanying rhythmic instruments.