Capoeira is a non-contact game played in a circle made by all the participants; on one side is a line up of the musical instruments traditionally used in Capoeira and two people in the centre of the circle are playing the game. The game is like a conversation, but using movement instead of words; the players use kicks, movements of deception, acrobatics and dance to achieve advantage over one another.  Like chess, capoeira teaches you to think ahead, stay calm and centred under pressure.  It also leaves a lot of freedom for creative expression.

The music plays a vital role in Capoeira, creating the right atmosphere for the circle.  The players can move to the rhythm enabling them to have a harmonious game.  Find out more about the history of capoeira below.

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Just about anyone can play capoeira.  Both adults and children have fun learning how to work in a group being considerate and respectful towards others and build self-confidence.  It's a great team-building exercise for businesses and fantastic for developing young people. See more of the many benefits below. 

You can attend regular classes or play capoeira at an event.  See what's on or  contact us for class times or if you'd like to play capoeira at your workplace or events.

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Capoeira has a very strong unifying aspect; it creates a fun common meeting ground for people from different backgrounds and it brings people together as a group.  

The objective aspect of the game helps you learn how to deal with many challenging sides of human behaviour, like intimidation, insecurity and aggression.  The group creates a safe and friendly environment where one can discover one's own reactions as well as those of others.  

• improves fitness and helps combat obesity
• improves coordination and concentration
• boosts self-confidence, self-belief and satisfaction
• helps channel hyperactivity
• builds teamwork skills
• develops assertiveness and ability to deal with conflict
• develops respect and consideration for others

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Capoeira has an obscure history that is buried deep in the colonial past of Brazil.  One thing we do know is that the Portuguese slave trade to Brazil transformed an African dance into a powerful fight, dance and game. Capoeira was prohibited until the 1930's, when it received recognition by the Brazilian government as a beneficial cultural past time and it began being taught in a structured way to become known as the fighting art of Brazil.  Today it is being taught in crèches, schools and universities throughout Brazil and many parts of the world.

Please check our timetable for weekly classes that you are welcome to attend.

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