Capoeira Senzala Northampton

Our Northampton classes are run by Glyn (Esquilo) and Andy (Menino) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, all you’ll need is loose clothing and a bottle of water. Here is some more about this amazing art..


|Capoeira : Portuguese pronunciation: [kapuˈejɾɐ]) is a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics and music, and is sometimes referred to as a game. It was developed in Brazil mainly by West African descendants with native Brazilian influences, probably beginning in the 16th century. It is known for quick and complex moves, using mainly power, speed, and leverage for a wide variety of kicks, spins, and highly mobile techniques.

The most widely accepted origin of the word capoeira comes from the Tupi words ka'a ("jungle") e pûer ("it was"), referring to the areas of low vegetation in the Brazilian interior where fugitive slaves would hide. Practitioners of the art are called capoeiristas.

On 26 November 2014 capoeira was granted a special protected status as "intangible cultural heritage" by UNESCO.

To findout more about our Group check the link below:
http://www.senzalamidlands.co.uk/northampton-classes/


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