TEEN / ADULT CAPOEIRA
TEEN / ADULT
CAPOEIRA
Capoeira classes offer a high-energy workout with many facets– martial arts, self-expression, acrobatics, self-defense, music (instruments and singing), Portuguese language and Afro-Brazilian culture.
Capoeira is a sport for all ages, genders, body types and levels. Classes are scalable and beginners are quickly welcomed into this diverse community. Classes led by Professora Agua-viva of Grupo Candeias Seattle supervised by Contramestre Fenix.
TUESDAYS
6:00pm - 7:00pm Basics Capoeira
7:00pm - 8:30pm Intermediate Capoeira
THURSDAYS
6:00pm - 7:00pm BodyWeight Conditioning
7:00pm - 8:30pm Mixed Level Capoeira
FRIDAYS
5:00pm - 5:30pm Teen/Adult Intro Class
5:45pm - 6:30pm Beginner Class
SATURDAYS
12:00pm - 1:15pm Mixed Levels Capoeira
1:15pm - 2:15pm Capoeira Specialty Class
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.
AGUA-VIVA
Capoeira classes are led by Professora Água-viva (Jen Hobbs) supervised by Contramestre 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 17 years.
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.
For Capoeira she travels to Brazil and to other locations around the world each year to participate in Capoeira events, competitions, and workshops.
Jen has a passion for working with kids and families and enjoys teaches in local schools and summer camps.
PROFESSORA
