WHAT IS CAPOEIRA?
Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that was born from slavery and was passed on in spite of being banned in Brazil. Capoeira embodies the communities of African and Indigenous People of Brazil who fought together for a better life. Capoeira is a communal art form meant to uplift everyone.
In the early 20th century, capoeira was illegal to be practiced in public. The Brazilian government later legalized the martial art and recognized capoeira for its value. Capoeiristas from Brazil brought the art form to the United States in the late 1970s resulting in capoeira schools all over the world. Not only is it used as a martial art, capoeira is also used in some parts of the world as a tool for therapy and helping those with PTSD.
Capoeira is a cultural expression that strengthens the body with kicks, defensive moves, and acrobatics. Capoeira has a balance of dance, music, and movement. It serves as a gathering point for individuals to interact with and unite their
communities through movement and music.
Capoeira music is played with live instruments. The songs are sung in Brazilian-Portuguese and students are given the opportunity to learn more about a culture through that language. Capoeira songs can be made of simple phrases.
Some songs pass on legends of historical events or individuals.
The numerous benefits of capoeira include:
Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that was born from slavery and was passed on in spite of being banned in Brazil. Capoeira embodies the communities of African and Indigenous People of Brazil who fought together for a better life. Capoeira is a communal art form meant to uplift everyone.
In the early 20th century, capoeira was illegal to be practiced in public. The Brazilian government later legalized the martial art and recognized capoeira for its value. Capoeiristas from Brazil brought the art form to the United States in the late 1970s resulting in capoeira schools all over the world. Not only is it used as a martial art, capoeira is also used in some parts of the world as a tool for therapy and helping those with PTSD.
Capoeira is a cultural expression that strengthens the body with kicks, defensive moves, and acrobatics. Capoeira has a balance of dance, music, and movement. It serves as a gathering point for individuals to interact with and unite their
communities through movement and music.
Capoeira music is played with live instruments. The songs are sung in Brazilian-Portuguese and students are given the opportunity to learn more about a culture through that language. Capoeira songs can be made of simple phrases.
Some songs pass on legends of historical events or individuals.
The numerous benefits of capoeira include:
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● Learning traditional arts
● Foreign language ● Cultural study + awareness ● Sense of community ● Improved self-confidence ● Character-building |
● Self-defense
● Improved focus ● Playing musical instruments ● Self expression ● Physical fitness (Increased flexibility and balance, burning calories, increased stamina, strength building, acrobatics, body awareness |
As one of the few places to provide African-culture arts, Rise Training also aims to pass on the character-building lessons that martial arts provide.
We offer both kids and adult classes. No experience is necessary. Join us for a unique cultural experience!
We offer both kids and adult classes. No experience is necessary. Join us for a unique cultural experience!
New to capoeira and have some questions? Complete the form below and we will help you get started!
CAPOEIRA UNIFORMS & INSTRUMENTS
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UNIFORMS
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INSTRUMENTS
If you own capoeira instruments, please bring them to class. We may not always have enough to share. OTHER Other items we recommend to bring to class:
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LOCATIONClasses are being held at 8716 S Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60617 in East Side neighborhood. There is free street parking.
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