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About Our Center

Capoeira is for every body! 1st week of classes for $20. Since 1988, for people of all ages and abilities, the NY Capoeira Center offers daily classes, teacher training, retreats. Want something fun to get in shape? Committed to becoming a master? The NY Capoeira Center is for every body.

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Capoeira Classes

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You never tried a Capoeira class before? Its been a while since you did your last class? Join our absolute beginner's class, 60 minutes of capoeira fundamentals. Experienced capoeirista? Looking for a group in NYC? Try our intermediate and advanced classes offered daily. Feel free to observe. Guests always welcome!

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Children's Capoeira Classes

Capoeira (cap-oh-we-rah) is self-defense disguised as dance from Brazil. Each year, for over two decades, we introduce thousands of children to the art of capoeira. So much more than fitness for children, capoeira develops focus, discipline, respect, and leadership skills. Try the first class free!

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Cape Cod Capoeira Camping Retreat 2010

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Come join our community of Mestres and capoeiristas by the beach. The Retreat welcomes new and experienced capoeiristas for a weekend of Capoeira, fun, and friends in ponds, on sand dunes and the by the National Seashore. September 9 - 12 Sign up Today...

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New York Capoeira Center Special Events
  • CAQ Festival & Benefit Party

    CAQ Festival 2009

    Monday June 7th - Sunday June13th

    Performance: maculele, capoeira, percussion, dance and graduation ceremony.

    Prices and details to be announced...

     

  • CAQ Kids Festival

    CAQ Kids Festival 2009CAQ Children's Capoeira Festival Saturday March 27th, 1:00 - 3:00pm.

    A performance of capoeira, maculele, and percussion and a graduation ceremony to honor the achievements of the children.

    Admission $10: Adults   |  Children $5

  • Sunday Roda

    Sunday RodaThe last Sunday of every month Capoeira Angola Quintal visits you to join us to play Capoeira.

    Our monthly roda is from 3:00-5:00 pm and is followed by communal drinks and snacks. See you there...

  • Percussion Classes

    Percussion ClassesPercussion classes with master percussionist Meia Noite.

    All levels welcome!
    Wednesdays, 8:30 - 10:00pm
    Cost: $15
    $2 drum rental

    View Calendar for more information.

  • Absolute Beginners Class

    CAQ Festival 2009All Classes prepare the body for Capoeira by building, strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and rhythm.

    Absolute Beginners classes are offered 6 days a week Monday - Saturday.

Welcome to New York Capoeira Center
The head instructor at the New York Capoeira Center is Master Michael Goldstein. Known in the Capoeira world as Mestre Ombrinho, he is famous for making the art of Capoeira accessible to people of all ages and abilities. He has taught Capoeira throughout the United States, Brazil, Europe, and Israel and lead workshops at colleges and universities including Sarah Lawrence, Harvard, Columbia, Swarthmore, Yale, John Hopkins, Drew, Rutgers, The New School among others.Learn more...
 

Capoeira Shirts

At New York Capoeira Center we have the finest quality t-shirts for training. All of our t-shirts are American Apparel and 100% cotton. Our Store will be available soon.

Capoeira Pants

We offer a selection of Capoeira pants for training both indoors and out. Our pants are made with flexible fabric for comfort during movement. Our Store will be available soon.

Other Products

  • CAQ Music CD Vol. 1
  • CAQ Festival DVDs
  • Berimbaus
  • Panderios
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Our Mission

To inspire achievement, leadership and community through Capoeira to people of all ages and abilities.

Capoeira Angola Quintal

Founded in 2002 by Mestre Ombrinho, Capoeira Angola Quintal has organized many international Capoeira encounters in New York and Bahia Brazil. Learn More...

Afro Brazil Arts

Afro Brazil Arts is a non-profit youth development organization founded by Mestre Ombrinho. Since 1991, ABA has touched the lives of over one million youth through throughout the US and Brazil. Learn More...
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