Learn Capoeira in Brazil Essential Info
Live in and learn Capoeira in one of the coolest cities in the world, near Ipanema beach! Capoeira is a combination of dance and martial arts is a highly energetic fitness holiday experience!
With this programme not only will you be able to study Capoeira in Brazil, but you will also be immersed in Brazilian afro culture.
Living with a host family in a Favela in Rio or in an Ipanema hostel (your choice) you can take part in Brazilian afro culture workshops including Samba, Percussion and of course Capoeira.
During your stay you will have the opportunity to take a tour a Favela (slum) and meet the with the inhabitants with our Xtreme gap year rep and you also have the option to fly in a hang glider through Rio. On your down time, you can soak up the city on world famous beaches, experience the incredible nightlife and fantastic and great value restaurants.
Capoeira
African slaves to Brazil the 16th century. Capoeira was illegal in Brazil until the 1930's.The ritual game begins with two players squatting in a circle, or roda, of spectators. The players rest at the feet of a single-stringed instrument, or berimbau, and one player sings a commencement song.The goal of the game, or jogo, is to catch the opponent off-guard using guile, technique and gymnastics.
Players can fake each other out using rapid kicks, cartwheels, handstands, leg sweeps, flips, jabs, dodges, and turns.
The base movement, and the one most often used by beginners, is a side-to-side motion in a semi-crouched stance called ginga.Unlike most martial arts, strikes are admired most when there is no physical contact. A player gains the most applause when the other player has been skillfully baited into a vulnerable, off-balance position, but has not actually fallen or been hit.Although there is no point system, and no official winners or losers, players can be disqualified for falling into a seated position or, in some forms of Capoeira, using their hands to strike.
Some speculate that the lack of hand use in Capoeira harkens back to an ancient Kongo saying: "hands are to build, feet are to destroy."
During this programme you will train 5 days a week with the weekends off and plenty of time to explore Rio and the surrounding areas.
Full backup and support during placement
You will be properly introduced into the Rio life style with a full briefing from the locally based Xtreme Gap representative who will also be on hand to offer any advice needed when on placement.
English is not widely spoken in Brazil but this will not hold you back. We will back you up every step of the way. Our locally based English speaking Xtreme Gap Rep will be there to collect you from the airport, show you round Rio and the Favelas, tell you the in's and outs of the city.
We will take you out on your first night, introduce you to the training academy and make sure your programme runs smoothly. If you have any questions you can have peace of mind that someone will be there, happy to help.
Accommodation
There are 2 accommodation options:
Hostel:
The Xtreme Gap hostel is located walking distance between Ipanema and Copacobana beach. A really cool place to hang out in between exploring the marvelous city and busting some Capoeria moves! Accommodation is on a shared basis.
The hostel is very secure and low profile with great amenities. It comes complete with Living room, TV room, Veranda, Spring garden, Barbecue corner, Snooker bar. When you are done with the gorgeous beaches and incredible shopping on your doorstep there are comfortable lounges with Cable TV, Internet. Also a Kitchen with fridge and microwave available. Breakfast included in the price.
Host Familly
We also have the option to put you up with a host familly in the local favela, this will give you the real Rio expereince, and this will also be on a full board basis. You will have your own room in their appartment.
Getting There
Fly in to Rio De Janeiro where you will be met at the airport by our rep and transfered to your accommodation. If you would like assistance with your flights, we can assist with sourcing the best value flight options, just indicate on your booking form.
Why Xtreme Gap?
This programme is exclusive to Xtreme Gap. We have a locally based multilingual (English, Portuguese and German) Xtreme representative to look after you and ensure your experience is hassle free.
Price and Dates
2 weeks € 799
4 weeks € 1299
6 weeks € 1799
8 weeks € 2299
Included
- Airport pick up and orientation dinner
- Accommodation for the duration
- Membership of a Capoeira group and Capoeira lessons
- Samba and afro culture workshop
- Favela experience
- Hang gliding experience from the mountains to the beach (optional)
Excluded
- Travel insurance
- Flights
- Visas
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