Capoeira News Online

“Capoeira is an excellent activity for kids as it blends discipline and creativity. Not only does it strengthen the whole body, but it also helps kids to develop a wide variety of skills including; flexibility, balance, focus and basic percussion techniques.”

“The pants I wear for capoeira are not comfortable, but through my training and life experiences, I have learned that leadership skills strengthen during the moments we get uncomfortable. Leaders find comfort in their discomfort.”

“On Saturday, Feb. 3, Tallahassee Capoeira [had] its grand opening at 1660-3 North Monroe St. in the Lake Ella Publix Shopping Plaza. They will be offering free classes all week from Feb. 3-10 so that new students can try out Capoeira and discover which class is right for them. The studio welcomes families to try out the fun that is capoeira! Its schedule of classes is available at tallahasseecapoeira.com.”

“Though her daily exercise regime is now more focused on stretching and cardio, including interval training and boxing, Nyong’o says, “I have dabbled in martial arts all my life, since I was 7, maybe — tae kwon do, capoeira, Muay Thai. It’s always been an interest because in martial arts there is a mind/body relationship. You can’t do it right if you’re angry; how you can exert your power with a clear mind really interests me.”

“It is a global community,” she says, “and anywhere you go you can find a group.”