Capoeira Maculelê Austin

Capoeira Maculelê Austin .. Capoeira Maculelê Austin with Mestrando Vagner

***CURRENT CLASS SCHEDULE***

KIDS-

Monday/Wednesday/Friday-
---5:00 - 5:45 PM (For children from 4-8 years of age)
---6:00 - 7:00 PM (For children from 9-14 years of age)

Saturday-
---11:00AM - 12:00PM (For children of all ages)


ADULTS-

Monday/Wednesday-
---11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (All levels)
---7:00 - 8:00 PM (Beginners)
---8:00 - 9:00 PM (Intermediate/Advanced)

Friday-
---7:00 - 9:00 PM (All levels- Class and roda) WHAT IS CAPOEIRA? Developed by captive African slaves in 16th century colonial Brazil, Capoeira was used by these Afro-Brazilians to fight their oppressors and earn their freedom. Today, Capoeira is recognized as a movement that incorporates martial arts, dance, and music with acrobatics. It is a dynamic physical and cultural form of expression open to all. Practicing Capoeira can help you:
• Get a great workout, no matter how fit or un-fit you are, and have fun doing it!
• Learn more about Brazilian culture, including the Portuguese language.
• Meet new people and join a large, international community.
• Achieve total well-being.

WHAT IS MACULELÊ? The term Maculelê has several meanings. It is an Afro-Brazilian dance in honor of a warrior by the same name. It is also the name of our school. The Cultural Association of Capoeira Maculelê! is an international entity with headquarters in Brazil, the United States, and Europe that actively works to improve the liv