xango capoeira singapore

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about us

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines self-defence techniques, music, dance, and acrobatics. Its history is rooted in the traditions of enslaved Africans in colonial Brazil and was practised as a means of breaking the bonds of slavery.Xango Capoeira Singapore was founded in 2011 by Mestre Luizinho Barravento. We aim to promote individual and community values based on Respect, Cooperation, and Freedom through the Afro-Brazilian martial art and culture of capoeira.Our headquarters is in Gold Coast (Australia), with schools in Brisbane (Australia), Goiânia (Brazil), and France too. Our Singapore classes are taught by Instrutor Cantor and Graduado Manhoso.

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benefits of capoeira

1. IMPROVES FITNESS AND MOVEMENT
Regardless of your current fitness level, the constant motion of your body in capoeira will develop your strength, endurance, core, flexibility, and agility. A full body workout is guaranteed!2. BUILDS SELF-CONFIDENCE
Capoeira empowers you to express your individuality, while having a respectful dialogue with your opponent. Its music will energise you and shower you with endorphins.3. CULTURALLY RICH
We are the only martial art that requires live music! Get to learn traditional instruments such as the berimbau and atabaque. Sing the songs of capoeira in Brazilian Portuguese that serve as oral history.4. SOCIAL AND COMMUNAL EXPERIENCE
You will definitely make friends along the way, both in and out of the roda. We also have an annual grading festival called the Batizado e Troca de Corda, where you can receive a new cord.

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fees, classes & faq

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS1. Do you welcome first-timers?
Yes, we do. In fact, your first class is on the house! All you need to do is come in comfortable sportswear, preferably with long pants.2. When should I make payment for classes?
All payments must be made before entry to class.3. How do the Monthly packages work?
The Monthly packages operate on a calendar month basis I.e., they are valid within the same month of purchase.4. How are classes conducted?
The first half of class typically focuses on the fundamentals of capoeira movements, with drills to condition the body and develop good technique.The second half of class focuses on more advanced sequences and variations of moves.Classes will also cover foundations in capoeira instruments and music.

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events & performances

Xango Capoeira Festival (Batizado e Troca de Cordas)

Xango Capoeira Singapore Festival is our annual flagship event featuring capoeira and music workshops run by Mestre Luizinho Barravento and guest instructors over 3 to 4 days. The event concludes with the Batizado e Troca de Cordas, where new students will receive their first cord as an initiation while current students may advance up the ranks.