By Eve “Andorinha” Proper I recently traveled to San Francisco for work and had the opportunity to visit the Quintal academy in San Francisco. It was a great experience to meet other members of our capoeira family and train with them. While the moves, class structure, and guiding philosophy were the same, simply training in [...]
ANANKLE! “VOLCANO!” BENIN CULTURAL CELEBRATION Hosted by Atchade Assongba, Cultural Ambassador of Benin SUNDAY, MAY 26, 2013, 4:00 – 7:00PM Live Music with JUMION! Benin Dance & Drum Music Films, Arts & Crafts from Benin & more! NEW YORK CAPOEIRA CENTER & Mestre Ombrinho 107 SUFFOLK St., NYC # 307 RSVP on Facebook
I travel all around the country for work and have trained with many groups over the years. Mestre Ombrinho and Instrutor Ariranha’s classes and hospitality have been my favorite thus far. Muito obrigada. Amanda “Cutia” Bye Gingarte Capoeira Chicago
This Friday: Mindful Capoeira Launch Party Join us at 8:30 pm at the Academy this Friday (April 26) evening (after our regular weekly roda) to celebrate the launch of Mindful Capoeira, a new online community opening a mindful practice for all ages and abilities. Bring food and drink to share.
Circle in the Square – this Saturday, April 27. Join us for an outdoor roda in Union Square from 12 noon – 1 pm. Wear your CAQ T-shirt and see you there.
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