You'll be amazed how training Capoeira will positively affect your life. Whether your goal is to lose weight, develop flexibility, endurance, or strength; Capoeira can make a difference. Capoeira builds confidence, forces you to step outside of your comfort zone, develops leadership skills, and fosters lasting relationships.
Capoeira is a hybrid of martial arts and dance. Capoeira is an original Brazilian Martial Arts which is very fluid and acrobatic focusing on kicks, punches, knee strikes and evading attacks. One of the biggest assets a capoeirista has is the ability to dodge and move around like a boxer who "bobs and weaves" to side-step.
Capoeira is a hybrid of martial arts and dance. Capoeira is an original Brazilian Martial Arts which is very fluid and acrobatic focusing on kicks, punches, knee strikes and evading attacks. One of the biggest assets a capoeirista has is the ability to dodge and move around like a boxer who "bobs and weaves" to side-step.
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Esporte Nacional Capoeira (ENCapoeira) was founded by Mestre Delmar in 1995 in Porto Alegre/RS - Brazil. Nowadays, the group is still based in Porto Alegre with branches in Boca Raton, Florida - US and Maldonado - Uruguay. The group is also responsible for "Capoeira to Grow", a project that teaches Capoeira for people with physical, cognitive, emotional, social and behavioral vulnerabilities.
Marcio "Mr M." is from Porto Alegre, Brazil and started practicing Capoeira in 1984 at the age of 11 years. Since then, Capoeira has been his lifestyle: learning, practicing, teaching, and applying the Capoeira principles as a way of life. In 2002, Mr. M. opened a cultural arts center in Porto Alegre in order to teach his style which unites the forms found in Angola, Regional and Contemporary styles, as well as Maculele and Puxada de Rede.
Capoeira improves physical, motor and social skills, self-confidence, and cultural knowledge. Through Capoeira, students learn positive behaviors by practicing sports and music while creating a positive and supportive environment. The activities combine muscle strengthening, movements, acrobatics, music, and knowledge of the history of Capoeira and Brazil.
Regular Classes - the continuous practice helps the group reach their goals and grow as a crew, we usually say - like a family. Workshops - we also offer group activities in a short period that involves Capoeira pratice and music to increase self-esteem and confidence. Events - demonstrations and shows contribute to make events more interesting and exciting.
Capoeira to Grow started in 2007 with about 100 people with disabilities in Porto Alegre/RS - Brazil. The technique and methods were developed by professionals from health and Capoeira fields working together for 20 years. We promote regular classes, special activities, and the anual change of cords and baptism ceremony.
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Marcelo Gomes
Dec 09, 2018
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Matt Broglio
Oct 11, 2018
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Karen Galea
Jul 17, 2018
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Finally a place in West Boca for capoeria! Having never tried a martial arts class in my life and starting in my late 40s, Mr. M. adapts and makes it fun for all levels and all ages. He's been studying for over 30 years and his expertise shows from his advance moves, to his ability to break it down to a beginners level. He accommodates for injuries, as well. Sometimes I bring my sons (ages 10 and 14) and it's one of the few activities we can all do together as a family. The accepting and laid-back atmosphere makes learning un-intimidating and the hour flies by!
Dimas Montalvo
Jul 06, 2018
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Esporte Nacional Capoeira and Contra Mestre Mr. M define how a Capoeira Academy should be run and how well a Mestre should be instructing. Not only does Contra Mestre Mr. M teach the physical aspects of Capoeira, he also delves into the spiritual side of it keeping the origins, tradition and history alive. It is an honor to be a part of this group and I encourage anyone who wants to experience Capoeira to give them a try!!!
