10/06/2025
New Capoeira classrs at Kaleidoscopic Dance
Address: 2848 S Carriage Lane, Mesa, AZ 85202
WHAT IS CAPOEIRA?
Capoeira is a unique sport that blends attack and defense with flowing, dance-like movements, acrobatics, music, instruments and songs. It is known by quick and complex moves, using mainly power, speed, and leverage for leg sweeps. The fusion of these elements builds flexibility, agility, strength, balance and coordination in addition to self-confidence.
Capoeira is not only a sport but a dynamic, ritualistic and cultural form of self-expression which connects participants to Brazil's rich cultural history.
BENEFITS OF CAPOEIRA
• Capoeira brings health and balance to the life of its participants, whatever their age.
• Ideal for building awareness of body and mind.
• Builds flexibility, agility, strength and balance
• Teaches fast reflexes and self-defense tactics.
• Helps in losing weight and staying fit while having fun.
• Capoeira is graceful and challenging, a life-tool encouraging all those who train to grow and invest in physical as well as mental well-being.
MESTRE CAXIAS
Mestre Caxias, from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, has been studying Capoeira for more than 30 years. He is the founder of the New York branch of Grupo Capoeira Brasil where he taught for 17 years. During his time in NYC, Mestre Caxias taught capoeira at various schools and universities and has been a guest teacher in various international capoeira festivals throughout the world. In addition, he has performed in famous arts venues, such as the Lincoln Center in NYC.