What is capoeira?

Capoeira is freedom.  It is self expression within a game;  a fight within a dance.

Capoeira preserves history through music, folklore and ritual…and offers confidence and self esteem to its participants.

Capoeira -- liberdade de expressão from Amir Heshmati on Vimeo.

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, music, and dance. It was created in Brazil by slaves brought from Africa, especially from present day Angola, during the 16th Century.

Today it is practiced on every continent of the globe.

‘I think everyone can contribute a little to the evolution of the world. I don’t own the truth but I will fight against lies; and I know what is not real.’ Mestre Russo, speaking in ‘O Zelador’