CAPOEIRA IN THE STREETS! CAPOEIRA EQULIBRIO TO PERFORM IN FRONT OF WALNUT CREEK’S LESHER CENTER FOR THE ARTS!
At 1PM On Saturday, May 19, Contra Costa’s only Capoeira School will bring their unique and exhilarating form of Afro-Brazilian Martial Arts to the streets of Walnut Creek!
Combining elements of self-defense, acrobatics, dance, music, and games, Capoeira has all the seriousness and discipline of the well-known martial arts traditions, with the addition of a uniquely playful element. Dating back to the 16th Century, Capoeira’s origins are a matter of debate. It is thought by many to have started as a fighting style disguised by the façade of dance. Capoeira’s roots span ancient African combat techniques to early Brazilian folk dance.
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On May 19, Capoeira Equilibrio is hosting a Batizado, a traditional Capoeira promotion ceremony where young students play capoeira with an instructor or master to earn their first cordao (belt). Located at Walnut Creek’s Civic Park Assembly Room, the event commences at 10AM and is open to the public. A $10 donation is requested for attendance, all proceeds will benefit the non-profit California Against Slavery.
Following the ceremony, at 12:45, the participants and masters will march to the Lesher Center for the Arts for a street roda—Capoeira in the streets, just like one might see in Brazil! The street roda will be from 1PM to 1:45 and is sure to be exhilarating entertainment for all.
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Located at Walnut Creek’s Academy of Martial Arts, Capoeira Equilibrio was founded by instructors Cebola and Tanajura, aka Alex Patz and Cybil Fresnido-Patz. With 20 years of combined experience, Cebola and Tanajura have the wealth of knowledge and natural ability to inspire that is the mark of any great teacher. With a particular knack for instilling respect and rapt attention in young children, both instructors offer challenging, dynamic group classes with specific instructions tailored to individual abilities and experience. Capoeira is a great way for all ages to have fun getting fit while building self-confidence and discipline.
Capoeira Equilibrio offers a full schedule of classes for ages 4 and up. For more information please email Instructor Cebola at walnutcreekcapoeira@gmail.com or visit www.wccapoeira.com.
