This exciting single or multi-day workshop teaches students world history through the art of Capoeira. Capoeira is a unique Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, dance, music and acrobatics. All Capoeira students learn the history behind Capoeira and the story of the people and places that brought it to life. They will gain an understanding of how events around slavery were connected to geography and tied to civics and economics. Capoeira students develop physically, emotionally and mentally as they learn challenging movements, to play traditional instruments, and sing in Portuguese. Capoeira was developed more than 400 years ago by African slaves who were training to gain their freedom. Students will understand that there are still relevant lessons to learn from Capoeira today. Capoeira is considered a game and is accompanied by musicians (fellow Capoeiristas) who play instruments specific to the art form. Accommodations can be made for students' disabilities. Though this workshop incorporates a lot of learning, the emphasis is on moving and FUN!
This is the third year that Matica Arts performs in our school. Parents and children from PK to 8th grade enjoyed their amazing musical and artistic presentations. Their repertoire is full of positive energy and enlight our knowledge of World Music.
Juan Brito School Social Woker Mary Hooker Magnet School
