Capoeira Club

Capoeira is an ancient culture, older than we know.  It originated in the Angola region of Africa with the Bantu people.  When African people were taken as slaves, this culture traveled with them.  In the context of slavery in Brazil, Capoeira evolved.  It provided an outlet for resistance mentally, physically, culturally, and spiritually against the oppression of slavery.  The African world-view does not separate aspects of culture like a Western culture sometimes does.  Thus, a dance, a fight, and a game are all contained in the world of Capoeira.  This practice is inseparable from the rhythm that sustains it, so practicioners must learn to play the instruments and sing the songs.  Meetings are on campus from 6:30-8:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  For Capoeira in Baltimore, visit www.baltimorecapoeira.org.