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CAPOEIRA COURSES AND LESSONS IN BRAZIL
LOCATION:
Rio de Janeiro:
Speak to anyone who has ever been
a part of a Capoeira 'roda' and you’ll see their eyes light up at the
mention of this powerful Brazilian (and sometimes spiritual) Martial Art...
You don't need to be
particularly fit, flexible or have any background in martial arts or dance
to learn capoeira. All that you need for capoeira, capoeira will teach you.
You don't even have to be a typically 'sporty' kind of person, as capoeira
really isn't much like the average sport.
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►SUMMARY
FACTFILE |
| Start Dates |
All year round - you choose your
start and finish dates! |
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Duration |
Minimum stay 2 weeks and up to 1 year, subject to visa
requirements |
| Requirements |
No qualifications needed. |
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Price |
From £895 for 2 weeks, ranging to £2,395 for 12 weeks.
Full Price List |
| What's included |
►Accommodation
►Breakfast
►Meeting you at the Airport
►Transfer to your accommodation
►Transport to and from
your project
►Course
Fees & Materials
►Full pre-departure support
►Local in-country team support
and backup
►24-hr emergency support. |
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What's not included |
Flights, Insurance,
Cost of Visas (if a visa is required, but we'll provide necessary documents and
assistance), Lunch and Dinner, Return transfer to
airport. |
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Who can do this Project? |
All our projects are
open to all nationalities.
Unless otherwise stated, you need to be aged between 17 and 70+ |
Also on
this page:
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Capoeira
is not only a martial art, a dance and an art form steeped in Afro-Brazilian
culture... Capoeira is a language, a form of self expression and an avenue which
will help you to find a new freedom inside yourself. It’s also the perfect way
to get to grips with a deep understanding of Brazilian culture.
If you enjoyed running
about as a child, flipping upside down, jumping around and playing games with
your friends, you will love Capoeira. The basic moves are simple and with a
little practice they are easy to learn.
Born of
oppression and slavery in Brazil, the unique style of Capoeira brings beauty and
power together, developing mental balance, physical conditioning, self-defence,
music and a profound sense of art. The music dictates the way the game or jogo
(jo-go) will be conducted.
Capoeira is a discipline
that requires great flexibility, strength, rhythm and physical control based
upon the principles of spontaneity, energy, interaction and trickery. Yet
capoeira is also about freedom, the freedom to move, to interact, to communicate
and to be, without limitations.
Capoeira teaches you about yourself and about
life from its own unique perspective. Capoeira is extremely social and you will
meet many interesting people through this art.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS COURSE:
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An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into
Latin America.
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New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding
of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional
development.
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An entry on your CV/resume that will put you head and
shoulders above most others in the job market
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The enormous satisfaction of learning or improving
your Portuguese language skills.
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And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!
"Capoeira
is a completely unique Brazilian art-form. The two
players try and outsmart each other, avoiding incoming kicks and
transforming their defenses to attack from different angles. The spectators
stand around the players playing the music that dictates the style and pace
of the game, all the while singing songs that recall Capoeira's past history
and culture. Capoeira has evolved over hundreds of years, assimilating
elements of modern martial arts whilst retaining its cultural heritage and
influences to produce a dazzling show of skill and interaction."
Amazonas Brighton
The group Grupo Muzenza de Capoeira’ was first founded
in May 1972 by Pulo Sérgio da Silva (master Paulâo). In October 1975, Master
Bourgeois (Antonio Carlos de Menezes) arrived at Curitiba, the state capital
of Paraná. It was in Curitiba that he decided to founder a headquarters of Grupo Muzenza, establishing and developing a methodology and philosophy for
teaching. Grupo Muzenza’s
main purpose is to spread capoeira and its philosophy, seeking the
technical, theoretical and pedagogical development of capoeira as a cultural
art, a wrestle, a job and a way of life, whilst always trying to bring back
the value of the elder masters as credible representatives of the true
Brazilian culture.
“Capoeira is
Capoeira.” So that you can understand this definition better, you must
live it. – Master Burguês.
‘During the
walk around the world (‘volta
ao mundo’) you will find all there is in life, good and evil. The success of
the walk will depend on your capabilities as a player, particularly, your
personality, your disposition, and lots of malicia.’ – Master Burguês
This placement
would suit:
Adventurous souls looking to do something different and gain a profound
understanding of Brazilian culture.
COURSES AND CERTIFICATION
Grupo Muzenza teaches the art of Capoeira 6
hours-a-week, with the time split down into three sets of two-hour lessons.
The teaching style is focused, but informal, and revolves around the old
adage that practice makes prefect. Lessons will be held by Master Cid,
Master Burguês, or one of their highly experienced assistant teachers. The
lessons are held in big gymnasium in Niterói city (just outside Rio)
although sometimes you might move out to Icaraí beach, which is 10 minutes
walk from the gym, for a lesson under the sun!
In additional, some students may from time-to-time be lucky enough to have
the opportunity of gaining their first Capoeira belt – the grey belt. To be
gain a belt you must take part in a grading event - ‘The Batizado’ -
involving the participation of many masters from all over Brazil.
Certificates are issued on
each new level or belt achieved. If you are on a three month course then you
will normally have the opportunity to take part in an event known as ‘Batizado’.
Here you will have the opportunity to participate alongside many masters of
Capoeira some who come from all over Brazil. The first level or belt which
you achieve will be the grey. For
each new level or belt achieved a certificate will be issued.
The Batziado
events are held sporadically throughout the year in various different
locations in Brazil. The admission fee to participate in the Batizado event
is included within your placement cost.
(Please note
that all costs (excluding entrance fee) in attending the Batizado event, such
as Transport and accommodation are not included within your placement
cost and will have to be paid by the attendee.)
Beginner? –
YES YOU CAN!
Capoeira is good for
everyone. The first time you experience capoeira (probably as an open
mouthed passer-by on a sunny afternoon somewhere), it seizes you. Its
intoxicating energy, skill and beauty captures your attention and stays in
your imagination until the next time. It also strikes as intimidating and
something that you yourself could never do. This is not true! If you liked
running about as a child, going upside down, jumping around and playing
games with your friends, you will love capoeira. The basic moves are simple
and with a little practise they are easy to learn.
You don't need to be
particularly fit, flexible or have any background in martial arts or dance
to learn capoeira. All that you need for capoeira, capoeira will teach you.
You don't even have to be a typically 'sporty' kind of person, as capoeira
really isn't much like the average sport. All that you need right now is
intrigue and that small voice inside you quietly saying to you... I could do
that
Let capoeira change your life.
Let it happen in the sunny hedonism of a country beating with the sacred
rhythm of the berimbau. Allow the freedom in!
If you have any
doubts about whether Capoeira would be for you, please don't hesitate to
chat to us. Elizabeth, our UK Project Co-Ordinator is a Capoeira fanatic
herself and would be happy to chat to you about the sport, what's involved,
or whether it'd be suitable for you. Fabio, our Rio Organiser, is a Capoeira
Teacher and we can provide his e-mail address if you'd like a word with him
about his passion. We're a slightly biased team when it comes to Capoeira,
and all pretty keen to get you booked onto this project so that you can
experience this magical world for yourself!
Additional Activities
you can do while on this Project:
Add to your travel experience in Brazil by doing some additional
exciting activities - you never know, you could develop a passion for
Latin American dance, or learn a new skill!
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Brazilian Music courses: Choose from a variety of local
percussion/styles
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Portuguese Language Courses: Immerse yourself in the language and you'll
be amazed at the effects it brings!
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Yoga
Courses
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Photography courses
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Latin
Dance Lessons
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Watersports, Treks and Adventure Activities
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