Portuguese in the Rhythm of Capoeira
Class length: 1 hour
Class Schedule: MONDAYS 7:30 pm (PST)
Class Description: Discover the beauty of the Portuguese language through the rich, rhythmic world of Capoeira! Our program offers a unique way to learn Portuguese, blending interactive lessons with cultural immersion in Brazil’s vibrant traditions. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to deepen your knowledge, our classes make language learning dynamic, engaging, and full of axé!
Program Overview: This 8-class course is designed to help students expand their Portuguese vocabulary, reading and listening comprehension, and conversational skills through engaging Capoeira-related scenarios.
Each class will include:
✅ Thematic vocabulary
✅ Listening and reading practice
✅ Dialogue creation and role-play
✅ Capoeira history focus
course syllabus
Class 1: In a Capoeira Class – Meet & Greet
🎯 Focus: Basic greetings, introductions, and essential phrases for Capoeira interactions.
📌 Vocabulary: Greetings (Oi, Olá, Tudo bem?), self-introductions (Meu nome é…, Eu sou de…), Capoeira terms (Mestre, Professor, aluno, roda, jogo).
🗣️ Dialogue Practice: Meeting someone for the first time in a Capoeira class.
🎧 Listening/Reading: A short dialogue between two Capoeiristas greeting each other.
📖 History Highlight: Grão Mestre Camisa Rocha – The visionary behind ABADÁ-Capoeira.
Class 2: Visiting a Capoeira Studio – Introducing Yourself & Others
🎯 Focus: Talking about where you train, introducing yourself and others.
📌 Vocabulary: Nationalities, Capoeira groups, formal vs. informal speech, studio-related words.
🗣️ Dialogue Practice: Introducing yourself to a new group of Capoeiristas.
🎧 Listening/Reading: A short text about a Capoeirista visiting a new studio.
📖 History Highlight: 🔥 Mestre Camisa – The legend who continues the ABADÁ-Capoeira legacy.
Class 3: Going Out with Capoeira Friends – Chit Chat
🎯 Focus: Conversational Portuguese for social settings.
📌 Vocabulary: Ordering food, asking about preferences, making small talk.
🗣️ Dialogue Practice: Inviting friends to go out and chatting at a café or restaurant.
🎧 Listening/Reading: A short conversation among Capoeiristas after training.
📖 History Highlight: Mestre Cobra – A master known for his precision, agility, and dedication.
Class 4: In the Capoeira Studio – Meeting an International Student
🎯 Focus: Helping a non-Portuguese speaker navigate a Capoeira class.
📌 Vocabulary: Directions, encouragement, explaining movements.
🗣️ Dialogue Practice: Assisting a new international student in class.
🎧 Listening/Reading: A short conversation about explaining basic Capoeira rules.
📖 History Highlight: Mestre Canguru – Expanding Capoeira beyond Brazil.
Class 5: At a Fair – Performing Capoeira & Following Directions
🎯 Focus: Understanding instructions and responding in action-based conversations.
📌 Vocabulary: Movement names, event-related words, performance-related phrases.
🗣️ Dialogue Practice: Following directions during a Capoeira demonstration.
🎧 Listening/Reading: A short text about preparing for a public Capoeira performance.
📖 History Highlight: Mestre Morcego – A true guardian of the Capoeira tradition.
Class 6: Telling Friends About Your Trip – Past Tense
🎯 Focus: Sharing experiences using the past tense.
📌 Vocabulary: Talking about what you did, who you met, and describing emotions.
🗣️ Dialogue Practice: Sharing your Brazil trip experience with friends.
🎧 Listening/Reading: A Capoeirista recounting their visit to Rio and meeting Mestre Camisa.
Class 7: Planning a Trip to Brazil – Future Tense & Travel Vocabulary
🎯 Focus: Talking about future plans and travel arrangements.
📌 Vocabulary: Booking flights, hotels, transportation, making travel plans.
🗣️ Dialogue Practice: Discussing an upcoming trip to Brazil.
🎧 Listening/Reading: A travel itinerary for a Capoeirista visiting Rio.
📖 History Highlight: Mestra Márcia – A trailblazer for women in Capoeira
Class 8: Visiting Rio de Janeiro – Exploring & Describing Experiences
🎯 Focus: Talking about places, directions, and cultural experiences.
📌 Vocabulary: Landmarks, neighborhoods, transportation, expressions for getting around.
🗣️ Dialogue Practice: Asking for directions and describing places.
🎧 Listening/Reading: A short travel blog entry about visiting Rio de Janeiro.
📖 History Highlight: Mestra Edna – Capoeira, education, and community empowerment.
