What is Capoeira?
Created by slaves in the North East of Brazil about 400 years ago, Capoeira had to be practiced in secret lest its lethal potential be discovered by the slave masters. Today, two major styles of Capoeira have spread worldwide from Brazil — Angola and Regional. Regional, is known for its fluid acrobatic play, where martial technique and whirling movement dominate. Angola is characterized by slower movements, tricky play and dramatic poses.
Mestre
Eclilson De Jesus
Born in Recife, Pernambuco (northeastern Brazil) Mestre Eclilson is a highly regarded Master of Capoeira, with 34 years of experience. Known for his sinuous agility and breathtaking acrobatics, Mestre De Jesus was invited to the USA and Canada in 1990 to participate in various festivals, demonstrating this unique martial art/dance.
His love for Capoeira has taken him across the world, teaching this ancient Brazilian art form and touring with his performance group Aché Brasil. Mestre De Jesus has performed on television, at festivals, in theatres and schools; and has been featured as a stuntman/actor in several movies, including the “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” series. He is also the Canadian representative of the Canadian Brazilian Federation of Capoeira (CBFC).
Now, Mestre Eclilson has one of the largest Capoeira Academies in Western Canada situated in Vancouver, BC, as well as schools in Calgary, Whistler, Canmore, Recife, Brazil; Osaka, Japan; France, Malaysia and China.
Capoeira Aché Brasil Calgary
Capoeira Aché Brasil Calgary group was started over 10 years ago by a small group of very enthusiastic people with Mestre’s help and was the first Capoeira School in Calgary. Since then our school had an eclectic mix of students from many different backgrounds. The group participates in many local festivals and events and had been featured on radio and television programs.
Our Mission Statement
Our aim is to promote healthy and responsible living and to enjoy activities as a group. The interaction between our members is based on tolerance and respect for each other regardless of social status, education, age, handicaps, accent of language or colour of skin. As part of an inter-dependent world, Mestre Eclilson de Jesus calls for responsible coexistence of life on this planet while enjoying our own existence to the fullest. Capoeira Aché Brasil Calgary rejects the use of illicit drugs and activities harming the mind or body.
Capoeira rules :))
hello. i was just wondering about tommorrows beginners class, and drop in. do i need to notify someone before i go? i just want to see what its like. i want to try capoeira, i find it amazing to watch… apparently, if i finish my homework by tommorow, i might be able to go, but im not exactly sure on what to do?
please let me know. i might also not go tommorow, but next week instead. thanks.
Hi Dorothy,
Just come to the studio at 2:00 pm for the beginners class.
Next week it’s Tuesday and Thursday at 6:00 pm.
Looking forward to seeing you at the class.
Ache,
So is that this tue and thurs (sept 29 and oct 1)? just checking.
i will attempt to make it.
Every Tuesday and Thursday :))
thank you!
great classes (I`m learning a lot), sympathetic teacher & closer (NE). I feel like I am really learning the technique.
What’s the christmas/new years holiday schedule look like? I’m in town and would love to come and train!
We are closed December 24 - January 4. Classes Resume on Tuesday, January 5, 2010.
Thank you!
Thank you, Pascale! I will forward it to him :))
Last class of 2009 is Tuesday, December 22, 2009.
wondering when the 2010 Batizado is?
The Batizado in Calgary is May 9, 2010. The workshops are May 7 - 9, 2010.
I was wondering what I should bring and wear if I drop in. What are the age groups for beginners?
Wear loose clothing, like you’d go to the gym or a yoga class. The ages vary in the Basics level class.