Capoeria in Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

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Capoeria in Rio de Janeiro

Ref:

GYC 1172188

Countries:

Brazil

Duration:

4 weeks

  

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0845 3 447 585

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This would suit:

Any adventurous soul looking to experience the sport of capoeira and immerse themselves in Brazillian culture. No previous experience necessary. All levels/ages welcomed and catered for.

 

   

Product Details

Learn capoeira in Rio de Janeiro

Speak to anyone who has ever been a part of a Capoeira roda and you’ll see their eyes light up! Capoeira is not only a martial art, a dance and an art form steeped in Afro-Brazilian culture. Capoeira is a language, a form of self expression and an avenue which will help you to find a new freedom inside yourself. It’s also the perfect way to get to grips with a deep understanding of Brazilian culture.

Born of oppression and slavery in Brazil, the unique style of Capoeira brings beauty and power together, developing mental balance, physical conditioning, self-defense, music and a profound sense of art. The music dictates the way the game or jogo will be conducted.

Capoeira is a discipline that requires great flexibility, strength, rhythm and physical control based upon the principles of spontaneity, energy, interaction and trickery. Yet capoeira is also about freedom, the freedom to move, to interact, to communicate and to be, without limitations. Capoeira teaches you to about yourself and about life from its own unique perspective. Capoeira is extremely social and you will meet many interesting people through this art.

The Course

You’ll be taught the art of Capoeira for 6 hours per week, split into three lessons normally held in the late afternoons. You will also be given the option of taking part in learning the music of Capoeira. Music lessons will be held for three hours each week. The Music lessons are optional but are included for you as part of your course, and highly recommended for the full capoeira experience!

Beginners - Yes You Can!

Capoeira is good for everyone. The first time you experience capoeira, it seizes you. Its intoxicating energy, skill and beauty capture your attention and imagination. It also strikes as intimidating and something that you yourself could never do. This is not true! If you liked running about as a child, going upside down, jumping around and playing games with your friends, you will love capoeira.

The basic moves are simple and with a little practice they are easy to learn. You do not need to be particularly fit, flexible or have any background in martial arts or dance to learn capoeira. All that you need for capoeira, capoeira will teach you. All that you need right now is intrigue and enthusiasm!

Let capoeira change your life. Let it happen in the sunny hedonism of a country beating with the sacred rhythm of the berimbau.

Rio De Janeiro

The colourful city of Rio, jammed between miles of coastline and mountains, is regarded as one of the world’s greatest and most beautiful cities in the world. It pulses with life and deserves its reputation as Cidade Maravilhosa (Wonderful City). The inhabitants of Rio, known locally as Carioca’s, pursue pleasure like no other people, fully utilizing their impressive beaches with beautiful people, samba, ice cold beers and the local firewater, cachaça!

"Those leaving after a stay in the city, apart from memories of the music, the flavours and the colours, take also something that has no translation - Saudade - (pronounced sau-dá-dji). It is the feeling of nostalgia, of missing something that you had while in Rio, and the certainty that the feeling will only go away when you come back. It is not for nothing that the greatest symbol of the city is waiting for you with open arms. Always." Rio Convention Bureau

Why not combine Travellers projects in Rio? Such as:

• Teach or volunteer
• Music courses (a variety of local percussion/styles for you to choose from)
• Study Portuguese
• Photography courses
• Care and crèche work
• Learn to surf
• Dance and sports coaching

More information on all of these is available on Travellers website.

Our users say...

"Capoeira is a completely unique Brazilian art-form. The two players try and outsmart each other, avoiding incoming kicks and transforming their defenses to attack from different angles. The spectators stand around the players playing the music that dictates the style and pace of the game, all the while singing songs that recall Capoeira's past history and culture. Capoeira has evolved over hundreds of years, assimilating elements of modern martial arts whilst retaining its cultural heritage and influences to produce a dazzling show of skill and interaction." Amazonas Brighton

‘During the walk around the world (‘volta ao mundo’) you will find all there is in life, good and evil. The success of the walk will depend on your capabilities as a player, particularly, your personality, your disposition, and lots of malicia.’ - Master Burguês

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0845 3 447 585