WORKSHOPS

To better serve our community, we will be hosting a number of training workshops and bringing in guest experts in various martials arts. Sign up to our newsletter for updates on upcoming training events!

CAPOEIRA SEMINAR AT THE BEVERLY PAGODA

Invitation from Prof. Morrao:

"I want to cordially invite all if you to Prof. Tinta Forte. Capoeira workshop at the Beverly Pagoda martial Arts Dojo. With over 20 years of dedicated practice, he is at the pinnacle of Capoeira and a leading teacher in the Chicagoland Area . Prof. Tinta Forte has a dedication to giving his wealth of knowledge back to the community to strengthen all of us through this rich African-Brazilian Art form."

Come ready to learn.
Come ready to work ( and sweat)
And most importantly; come ready to have FUN!

*** Mask on! (wear a mask) ***

Cost:
• FREE for Beverly Pagoda students/members
• $20 For non-members

JUNETEENTH
SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2020

JOIN US

Join us as we celebrate JUNETEENTH with a FREE capoeira class for kids! Learn the martial art that has given a force to the oppressed.

WHAT IS JUNETEENTH?

Juneteenth is a celebration of the end of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth was first celebrated on the 19th of June, 1865 by enslaved African-Americans.

The Emancipation Proclamation was issued January 1, 1863 but news of freedom did not reach everyone in the U.S. at the same time. The news reached many states like Texas years later.

WHAT IS CAPOEIRA?

Capoeira is an African diasporic martial art. It integrates kicks, acrobatics and music. Historically, capoeira has helped arm people with a tool to defend their family and community. It has served as a method to provide camaraderie and support within the community.

This martial art has been with the people from slavery to emancipation. It has helped protect African descendants who have moved to urban areas. Capoeira has given education and opportunity to many that didn’t have other options.

WHERE:
* Virtual (link will be provided)
* In-person: Ogden Park, 6500 S Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60636

DAY: Saturday, 06/20/20

TIME: We are holding two capoeira class options: one virtual class and one in-person class.

Virtual : 11:00am - 11:45am
In-Person:
* 12:00pm - 12:45pm
* 1:00pm - 1:45pm (if needed)

Space is limited to 8 kids for CDC social distancing guidelines. If more than 8 students register, we will add another class session at 1pm. Please bring a face covering.

COST: FREE! (Registration required)

TO REGISTER, ENTER YOUR INFO BELOW:

STICKS AND KICKS
POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE DUE TO COVID

Register for a 2-day intensive training workshops with Rene Cocolo, Eric Wong and Tinta Forte in Chicago, IL. More details to come!

INTRODUCTION TO ESKRIMA WITH
GURO EDIE MESINA

We are honored to have GURO EDIE MESINA of the KAMPILAN ESKRIMA SYSTEM leading our first workshop: Introduction to Eskrima! Learn footwork and defense skills against weapons.

WHERE: 8716 S Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
WHEN: Sunday March 1, 2020
REGISTRATION: 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm
TIME: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
EXPERIENCE LEVEL: No experience necessary

Members price: FREE
Early bird price by February 24: $40 per person
Price after February 24: $50 per person

GURO EDIE MESINA BIO

Edie’s martial arts journey began in her home city of Cebu where she trained in Eskrima and Judo at the world famous Doce Pares Club under the Canete Grandmasters who are recognized legends in the original Filipino art of Eskrima. She also trained extensively in sport Eskrima with Grandmaster Bonifacio “Loloy” Uy, the founder of BDU Eskrima System.

In 1992, Edie won gold in full-contact sparring at the World Eskrima Kali Arnis Federation (WEKAF) World Championships. That same year, she founded Kampilan Eskrima System which employs the principles of body mechanics in the execution of techniques. She trained and coached Team Kampilan who won the Sinulog International Championships in 1993.

Edie pioneered a system of training and rating referees and judges geared to standardize tournament officiating in local, national and international competitions while serving as Tournament Director of Quest for the Best in 1992 - a series of competitions designed to scout new talents for the Philippine Eskrima Team.

After taking a break from competition for a number of years to concentrate on research, teaching and refining her craft, Edie trained and coached Team Kampilan here in the U.S. that saw action during the U.S. Nationals in 2010. She won the U.S. Nationals in her division and earned a slot in Team USA together with her students. She went back to compete with her team and won the Nationals again in February of 2012 and made it to the World Championships together with her students as members of Team USA. She won gold in forms at
Worlds and coached her students who bagged multiple individual World Championship titles in their respective divisions.

Along the way in her martial arts journey, Edie put together a practical, highly effective and easy to learn self defense system called STRIVE – Survival Techniques & Response In Violent Encounters. KAMPILAN on the other hand, had evolved into a revolutionary and highly effective martial arts system. Its weapons program is highly sought after and regarded as one of the most effective and practical weapons programs in the martial arts community.

Edie trains Team KAMPILAN and teaches Eskrima regularly at Lions Martial Arts Academy in Grayslake, IL and holds Eskrima and practical self defense seminars for civilians and security professionals here and abroad.

A visual artist, Edie also designs training equipment, weapons and safety gears for sports, martial arts training and competition.

TO REGISTER, ENTER YOUR INFO BELOW:

Greater Chicago Food Depository Hunger Walk
The 35th Annual Hunger Walk returns to Jackson Park.
Date: TBD

MARTIAL ARTS IN THE PARK

Join RISE TRAINING for our outdoor training series Martial Arts in the Park! Our theme is martial arts of colonized/enslaved communities. This is a social event to train well and meet new people. All levels are welcomed! This is a FREE event.

Date: July 28th
Time: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Tentative & subject to change)
Facebook Event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/499162657209359/

We will be training some basic capoeira drills at the Bantu Fest. Bring capoeira instruments, drums, & your best attitude. There will be some extra equipment if you don't own any. Wear clothing you're comfortable working out in. Come join us to learn and if you have something to share, let us know.

Join our Martial Arts in the Park Meetup group to stay current with our Meetup dates.

MEETUP PAGE

Classes are currently being offered online via Zoom. Register for more info.

In-person classes are being held on a limited basis at 8716 S Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60617 in East Side neighborhood. There is free street parking.

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