New! Capoeira Regional - Weekly Classes

Meets:

Tuesday Class from 7:30 - 9 PM

Sun. Beginners (Beginners) Class from 5 - 6 PM, Intermediate/Advanced Class 6:00 - 7:30 PM

Instructors: Claudia "Catatau" Giannecchini

Overview

Capoeira is a Martial Art system of African-Brazilian origin that involves many dance-like and acrobatic movements including spinning and tumbling actions, cartwheels, handstands, kicks and evasive movement. The practice of Capoeira is set to music, making use of a variety of instruments including drums, tambourines and a native instrument known as a berimbau. The tempo of the music dictates the tempo of the game. When practitioners, known as Capoeiristas gather to "play the game" of Capoeira, they perform in a circle known as the Roda.

Because of it's rhythmic movements and dynamic interactions, this Art is often sought after by those interested in Dance, Music, Gymnastics and the Martial Arts. Capoeira incorporates elements of each of these. This seminar will include a video presentation, as well as a demonstration of the art.