KIDS CAPOEIRA
KIDS
CAPOEIRA
Kids Develop Self-confidence and Creativity
In Capoeira class a student develops skills in self-defense, acrobatics, fitness, instrument playing, rhythm and singing, language skills, teamwork, and strategy development all while understanding limits and respect for one another
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Capoeira instills the values of responsibility and self-confidence while awakening creativity through the development of self-expression.
KIDS
CAPOEIRA
Kids Develop Self-confidence and Creativity
In Capoeira class a student develops skills in self-defense, acrobatics, fitness, instrument playing, rhythm and singing, language skills, teamwork, and strategy development all while understanding limits and respect for one another.
Capoeira instills the values of responsibility and self-confidence while awakening creativity through the development of self-expression. Classes led by Professora Agua-viva of Grupo Candeias.
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MONDAYS
4:30pm - 5:30pm Juniors Ages 12- 14
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TUESDAYS
4:30pm - 5:15pm Ages 5 - 7
5:30pm - 6:30pm Ages 8- 11
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WEDNESDAYS
4:30pm - 5:30pm Juniors Ages 12- 14
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THURSDAYS
4:30pm - 5:15pm Ages 5 - 7
5:30pm - 6:30pm Ages 8- 11
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FRIDAYS
4:30pm - 5:30pm Kid Intro Class
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SATURDAYS
9:30am - 10:00am PreK Capoeira Ages 3 - 4
10:00am - 10:45am Mixed Level Ages 5 - 7
11:00am - 12:00pm Mixed Level Ages 8 - 11
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Get started with our $40 Intro Package which includes
a 30-minute intro lesson and two group classes.
Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines self-defense, acrobatics, dance, music, community, and culture. Over the past 500 years it has evolved from a secret fighting practice into an art emphasizing self-expression and community celebration.
PROFESSORA
AGUA-VIVA
Kids Capoeira classes are led by Professora Água-viva (Jen Hobbs) supervised by Mestre Fenix of Grupo Candeias Seattle. She has been teaching youth and adult Capoeira classes in West Seattle since 2015, and has been studying the art of Capoeira for over 18 years.
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Professora Água-viva has spent nearly 20 years studying various movement practices and continues to attend educational events and workshops. She spent several years working as a PreK gymnastics coach and has taught various fitness classes in gyms and in private training.
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For Capoeira she travels to Brazil and to other locations around the world throughout the year to participate in Capoeira events, competitions, and workshops.
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Jen has a passion for working with kids and families and enjoys teaches in local schools and summer camps.
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