Portuguese Classes

Portuguese Classes - A Big Success!

This past Monday, we were lucky to have Mestranda Yara with us, sharing her knowledge and passion! Next week, we're diving into the history of Quilombos in Brazil. Don’t miss this class if you want to expand your understanding of Capoeira’s cultural roots. ACM students enjoy a 50% discount—join us for an enriching experience!

Join us for a Portuguese and History Class

MUSIC OF THE WEEK

(From the Portuguese Class)

Inaê by Mestre Boa Voz 🎶

Negro velho mandingueiro,
sentado ao velho portão
Pedia pra Inaê, consolar seu coração
Existiu velha demanda entre Bantus e Nagôs
Disputando Inaê como seu dono e senhor
Ela lhe disse menino, não faz muito tempo não
Essa briga era dos Deuses, não era do homem não
Tocando seu berimbau e sem muito entender
Ele pôs-se a cantar o que ela mandou dizer

Inaê, Inaê, Inaê
ainda é Nagô
Inaê, InaêInaê ainda é Bantu
Inaê, Inaê
Ela não tem dono não
Inaê, Inaê
Ela é de preto e branco
Inaê, Inaê

Zumbimba

Zumbimba is Here! Who Was Zumbi?

This week, we honor the legacy of Zumbi dos Palmares at Zumbimba. Known as a powerful symbol of freedom, Zumbi was born in 1655 in Serra da Barriga, a region now part of União dos Palmares in Alagoas, Brazil.
A legendary leader of the Quilombo dos Palmares, Zumbi resisted colonial oppression and fought tirelessly for the liberation of enslaved Afro-Brazilians. Married to Dandara dos Palmares and father to several children, Zumbi’s courageous spirit lives on in Capoeira and our shared history.
His death on November 20, 1695, symbolizes resilience and resistance in Afro-Brazilian culture—a legacy we proudly honor every November.

CLICK BELLOW to watch a 5 minute video about
QUILOMBOS DOS PALMARES AND ZUMBI
MADE BY TED

And if you want to introduce your kids to the story of Zumbi and the Quilombos, get our free e-book for kids here!

November Schedule

November Schedule

November Schedule - Keep These Dates in Mind
Mark your calendars, Capoeira fam! Here’s what’s happening each week:

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