Batizado & Troca de Cordas

We’re excited to welcome you to our 2024 Batizado & Troca de Cordas. Join us and experience capoeira like never before.

This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant program, a program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature and administered by Flushing Town Hall.

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Capoeira Classes in Queens

Welcome to the vibrant world of Capoeira in Queens! Our Capoeira classes offer an exhilarating blend of martial arts, dance, acrobatics, and music, creating a unique and dynamic experience for all ages and skill levels.

Capoeira History

Capoeira is a rich and fascinating Afro-Brazilian art that has a unique blend of various disciplines. It encompasses martial arts, dance, music and acrobatics all in one. It has an intriguing history that dates back to over 400 years, where enslaved Africans in Brazil created the dance to express themselves. Capoeira has an unmistakable energy, rhythm and flow, which is why it continues to capture people’s imaginations worldwide. Through capoeira, people of all ages and backgrounds can learn the technicality of martial arts, the grace of dance, the expression of music and the fitness benefits of acrobatics. Overall, this art form is not only about physical abilities but also about gaining a deeper understanding of oneself and embracing the unique cultural heritage that it represents.