About Capoeira

Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art created by enslaved Africans during the 16th century. It originated with Nigerian or Angolan ethnic groups where members fought with music and the winner won a partner, usually female. Participants form a roda (circle) and take turns playing instruments, singing, and sparring in pairs in the centre of the circle. The game is marked by fluid acrobatic play, feints, subterfuge, and extensive use of groundwork, as well as sweeps, kicks, and headbutts. Technique and strategy are the key elements to playing a good game.


About Malês

Group Capoeira Malês was founded by Mestre Curisco and Contra Mestre Lua Branca with the mission of disseminating our culture both within and outside Brazil, and teaching our students better techniques. This will develop qualified professionals committed to the preservation and values of capoeira as an art, and create educators attuned to the needs and reality of their people, as well as students who are able to contribute to the growth of our community.

In addition, we also welcome those who come our way just looking to socialize or for some physical education so they can fulfill their expectations and take away a knowledge and respect for capoeira and our culture.


FREE Class

Visit our website above to register for a FREE class at the North Vancouver Capoeira Malês Academy.

Also browse the website to learn more about our Instructor "Professor Nego", our Group, Classes, News & other Promotions.

We look forward to seeing you!

Capoeira Malês Academy