A Simple Introduction
Capoeira is an art form which can be described in many ways. It encompasses Afro-Brazilian culture, art, music, language, and movement into one cohesive whole. The result is beautiful yet dangerous, smooth yet powerful.
At its purest level, Capoeira simply becomes a conversation between two bodies in motion, and at this level it truly becomes a sight to behold. The music controls the focus of the game, and from the music flow the movements of Capoeira. The berimbau leads the "roda" (circle) and dictates the type of "jogo" (game) that the two "capoeiristas" (people who play capoeira) must play. They, and everyone else playing in the roda must essentially follow the rhythm of the berimbau.
The jogo is played inside the roda with the instruments positioned at the top. The musicians and instruments are the focal point of the roda and all play begins from the area in front of the musicians.
There are two predominant styles of Capoeira. The originating style, Capoeira Angola remains closer to the roots of the original style, and it is a slower game with more emphasis on technique and strategy, rather than blinding speed and acrobatics. Capoeira Regional originated in the 1930's, with a focus on the fighting aspects of Capoeira, and utilises a faster beat, flashy high kicks, and incredible acrobatics
Origens do Brazil
The group was founded in 1978 by Master Adelmo Pereira Lima, from Brasilia, actually in Sao Paulo – Brazil. Instrutora Bia (Beatriz Viana Rosa), started Capoeira in 1998 and was responsible for bringing Capoeira to Bournemouth in 2002. Our group practises the Regional Style.
Insurance
All students are covered by two types of insurances: - Professional Indemnity and Public Liability - to ensure your safety in any class.
Music classes
As music is an important part of Capoeira, all the materials are provided including musical instruments, documents containing the history of Capoeira and some Capoeira lyrics).
The Grading
In Capoeira like other martial arts, there is a ceremony of grading once a year, which is called a Batizado, where the capoeirista receives his/her first belt and then after that the belt is replaced by other coloured belts, each one with its respective meaning. Become a complete capoeirista and the belt changes every year. However, that requires discipline, dedication, passion, respect, and improvement of your moves and musicality.
Membership Card
Being part of Origens do Brazil’s family, you can apply for a Membership card, which gives you lots of advantages, you can have discounts in many different places in Bournemouth and London in various areas in addition of having discount on your classes in Bournemouth, Poole and Cadnam.
- Indian Ocean Restaurant in Bournemouth
- Westover College in Bournemouth
- Sounds of Brazil (Parties organized by Daniela Queiroz)
- Arte Pura Capoeira in London (Instructor Paraiba)
- Capoeira Muzenza in London (Instructor Madeira)
- Aberre Capoeira in London (Professor Maguinho)
- Chequers Hotel in Bournemouth
As you can see, with this card you are not only paying a fee but also having opportunities of knowing other Capoeira groups, having a nice meal, partying, etc.
If you are interested in having the Membership card, send an email to bia_origens@hotmail.com providing your details.
Full name:
Address:
Date of Birth:
Date you started Capoeira:
Email:
Phone number:
For further details on the payment please contact me on 07729133051.
Kind Regards,
Bia
Origens do Brasil
Bournemouth – Poole - Cadnam
07729133051
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