Learning Capoeira

The beginners course is designed for people who have never done capoeira before. The course introduces you to the basics of capoeira including some of the basic kicks and moves, some acrobatics, some of the traditional capoeira music and an introduction to the capoeira game or jogo. After the beginners course you will have an idea of what capoeira is about.

After the beginners course has given you an introduction to capoeira, you can start to attend the regular classes as a part of the group. You can purchase the uniform what consists of a pants (called Abada), t-shirt and a raw cord based on the graduation system we use in Grupo Capoeira Brasil. If you continue with a regular training you will be able to upgrade your level at the yearly grading or Batizado.

People think capoeira is very difficult to learn. This is not so. You learn some flexibility and strength, and you build on these things and more every class.

INFORMATION
Beginners Courses: You can participate in the 8 week (1 lesson per week) OR 4 week (2 lessons per week) courses

Location and days are flexible. If you can’t make a class in a certain week it can be made up another day within the 4  week or 8 week period – The Beginners Course must be completed either in 4 or 8 consecutive weeks.

Fee: $120

Question? Please see our FAQ or send us your query via the Contact Us Form.

2013 Dates & Locations

Complimentary Trial Class [Register interest]

If you are unsure if you want to do the entire Beginners Course then come and try a class for free and get a feel for Capoeira before registering.

Complimentary trials are offered every month.  The next available sessions are:

  • Tuesday , 6:30pm on the 26th of February at UTS Multi Purpose Sports Hall (733, Harris St, Ultimo)
  • Wednesday ,12:00pm on the 27th of February at UTS Multi Purpose Sports Hall (733, Harris St, Ultimo)
  • Thursday , 6:30pm on the 28th of February at Newtown
  • Saturday, 11am on the 2nd of March at UTS Multi Purpose Sports Hall (733, Harris St, Ultimo)
Contact us to find out more about the complimentary trials today.

Beginners Course [Register interest]

Beginner’s courses are offered every month at the following locations. Find out more about joining a course.

Ultimo (UTS)
Where: Dance studio – UTS Multi-purpose Sports Hall – 733, Harris street, Broadway

Newtown
Where: St Stephens Church Hall -  189, Church Street , Newtown

Get a discount! Enrol  to the beginners course straight after the complimentary trial class and pay only $110. Bring a friend and pay only $110 each. Discounts are also available to UTS Capoeira club members. You can join the club to  get discounts for our events.

Insider Tip: Wear comfortable clothing that you would normally wear to a gym, bring some water and your enthusiasm. Expect a great friendly atmosphere and a great workout! Capoeira is normally played without shoes but you can wear trainers if you wish.