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What is Capoeira?

A Brazilian art form and self-defense with strong aerobic and dance elements. It is a harmony of forces that gives you power, flexibility, endurance and self-discovery. Capoeira balances the body, soul and mind. It is a graceful and exciting art form that teaches you to be alert. The only indigenous martial art of the Americas, Capoeira was developed by African slaves in Brazil. This art keeps its strong traditions and enables you to break through limits, revitalizing you for everyday life.

Capoeira builds your self-confidence and the challenge is within anyones reach regardless of age, sex or athletic experience.

Start At Anytime!

Everyone is always welcome to visit or classes to observe and/or talk with our students. Feel free to participate at anytime. Just bring any kind of loose fitting pants and a t-shirt.

Welcome to Capoeira Mandinga

Capoeira Mandinga located in Rochester, New York is under the instruction of Contra Mestre Carcará and supervised by Mestre Marcelo Caveirinha. Classes are currently held at our new location, Academia com Expressão, at 46 Sager Dr in Rochester, NY. During the school year we also have classes at the The University of Rochester.

Announcements

Schedule Change: A new schedule will be going into effect on October 1st. The change will cause the switch of the the times for the Music class and the Capoeira, Beginner class. Check the Classes page for the new updated times.

Upcoming Events

• September 4-7th: FICA Chicago XIV Annual Annual Capoeira Angola Conference, Valparaiso, IN: With Mestre Joao Grande, Mestre Virgilio, Mestre Valmir, Mestre Jurandir, Mestre Cobra Mansa, Mestre Manoel and Contramestre Alcione, See FICA Chicago Website for details

• September 13th: Monitor Baz's Batizado, Michigan

• September 19-21st: CDO Des Moines and Professor Xara, 4th Annual Batizado

• September 26-27th: CDO Illinois and Contra-Mestre Denis present "Vem Vadiar Mais Eu Mano Meu:" Capoeira/Brazilian Percussion workshops with special guests Mestre Cabello, Mestra Tisza, Chad Dunn

• November 12-16th: Mestra Sorriso and Capoeira West Marin, First Batizado and Troca de Cordoes: Details to come

Please see the events page for additional information on these events.