New children's Capoeira classes in Southampton
Capoeira is a great way of developing coordination, fitness, flexibility, rhythm and movement. And it's great fun! Children will warm up with stretches and gentle exercises, learn the basic steps of capoeira like the 'ginga', kicks and defensive movements. They will also practice movements like handstands and cartwheels which are part of the Capoeira game.
Classes are suitable for ages 7 and up. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. Parents please stay during the class.
Thursdays 4.30-5.30pm.
Venue: Edmund Kell Unitarian Church, Bellevue Road, Southampton SO15 2AY.
Price: £8/class or payable per half term at £6.50/class.
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January 21, 2024
Join us for a weekend of Capoeira, Maracatú, Frevo, Côco and Samba de Roda
Free capoeira taster sessions are held on the first Wednesday of each month, from 7-8.30pm, but you don't need to wait for a taster session if you want to start sooner! Come and try this intoxicating Afro-Brazilian blend of martial arts, dance, music and acrobatics, whilst getting fit and making new friendships. Classes are open to students and non-students and are held at the Highfield Campus, in the Training Room of the SUSU Building. Dates for the next taster sessions are: - Wednesday 5th March 2025 - Wednesday 2nd April 2025 - Wednesday 7th May 2025 - Wednesday 4th June 2025
New family capoeira classes in Bournemouth are a big hit for parents and children! Come and try some capoeira together in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Learn the basic steps and kicks of capoeira, as well as handstands ('bananeira'), cartwheels (aú), and bridge ('ponte'), and the music and songs. Classes are held usually on Sunday mornings, about once per month - get in touch for details and updates. The cost is £5 per person, or £15 per family.
Class times for adults in Southampton from January 2024: Normal class times: - Tuesdays 7.30-9pm - Thursdays 7-8.30pm - Fridays 7-9pm (focus on music and roda) We will be running regular free taster sessions - please contact us for details. Venue: Training Room (old Meeting Room 2), Building 42, SUSU, University of Southampton, Highfield Campus, University Road, Southampton SO17 1BJ Price: £35 per month. Price per class £10. Membership and insurance £15/year. Discounts and termly payments for University of Southampton students - see SUSU website. Use this link for Google maps on your phone
New classes starting in Southampton from 4th October 2021! Free taster sessions: - Monday 4th October, 6-7pm, Activities Room - Tuesday 5th October, 6-7pm, Activities Room Normal class times: - Mondays 5-6pm, Clubs & Societies Room - Tuesdays 6-7pm (music class), Meeting Room 2 - Fridays 5.30-6.30pm, The Plant Pot Cafe - Sundays 11.30am-1.30pm, The Plant Pot Cafe Venue: Building 42, SUSU, University of Southampton, Highfield Campus, University Road, Southampton SO17 1BJ Price: £35 per month. Price per class £7 Mon-Fri, £10 Sundays. Membership and insurance £15/year. Discounts and termly payments for University of Southampton students - see SUSU website. Use this link for Google maps on your phone
Join us for an amazing pandeiro workshop with Aluá Nascimento. Aluá is a great percussionist, and whether you're a complete beginner or needing to hone your skills, Aluá will help you find the right technique and rhythm.
Once again we will be celebrating another year of the promotion and dissemination of our Afro-Brazilian culture around the world. It will be a great pleasure to have all our Capoeira Community present for another weekend of celebration. All are welcome - Save the dates!
As part of SUSU’s Culture Festival 2020, Southampton Capoeira Society invites you to the to take part in unique workshops to have a taste of Afro-Brazilian culture.
