Join Rocio & Capoeira Evolucao at PURE Yoga Texas for an opportunity to learn the basics of Capoeira in community!

What is Capoeira?

Capoeira Evolucao defines Capoeira as a martial art of Afro-Brazilian origin. It is distinguished by its incorporation of acrobatic and dance movements as well as the integration of music into its practice. A capoeira match or “jogo” takes place within a circle of players called a “roda.” As members of the roda sing and play instruments, two players, called “capoeiristas,” enter and begin to spar. In the jogo, typically, there is as much emphasis on the style and expressiveness of the players as on their martial prowess. The majority of strikes involve the feet and blows are evaded rather than blocked. The result is a flowing, rhythmic and dynamic martial art.

Join Rocio Dillon on Saturday, June 3 starting at 6:45pm for an introduction to this martial art!

Learn about why Rocio practices Capoeira

7 years ago, I committed to become a teacher. Before that, I practiced vinyasa yoga for 6 years and I loved it (I would call myself a yogi). One day, I saw a capoeira studio nearby and I decided I would give it a try. I fell in love with it, since then, I have been training capoeira. For almost 7 years now, it has become my passion: teaching kids and adults.

My experience with capoeira; a combination of history, flowing kicks, a mix of yoga with acrobatic moves connecting our body and mind around each other, smooth moves flowing with the rhythm of the music.

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, music and spirituality. Born of the melting pot of enslaved Africans, Indigenous Brazilians and Portuguese influences at the beginning of the 16th century.

Capoeira is a constantly evolving art form. It is known for its acrobatic and complex maneuvers, often involving hands on the ground and inverted kicks. It emphasizes flowing movements rather than fixed stances. The ginga, a rocking step, is usually the focal point of the technique. Although debated, the most widely accepted origin of the word capoeira comes from the Tupi words ka’a (“forest”) paũ ("round"), referring to the areas of low vegetation in the Brazilian interior where fugitive slaves would hide. A practitioner of the art is called a capoeirista

Come together in community at PURE Yoga Texas for this special opportunity to choose courage over comfort by trying something new!