Kick off the start to fall with a capoeira and calisthenics class on Saturday, August 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University. This class is led by Daydrian Love of Love Beach BLVD, a Capoeirista from New York City and has trained and also taught Capoeira Angola at many Universities and Grade Schools under the supervision of Micheal “Mestre Ombrinho” Goldstein with the Capoeira Angola Quintal/ Afro Brazil Arts Academy. . This is a $10 per person workshop. Bring your own mat and water.

Subsidized parking is available for attendees for $4 cash at the front desk.

What is Capoeira and calisthenics?

Capoeira is a full-body calisthenic workout that utilizes body weight and movement to gain a lot of strength, stability and stamina along with a lot of other great benefits.

- Active flexibility

- Balance positions and transitions

- Dexterity

- Agility

- Body control

- Coordination

The History of Capoeira:

Capoeira is a Martial Art form that is hidden in dance that was conceived in Africa and Born in Brazil. Capoeira was developed in Brazil, derived from traditions brought across the Atlantic Ocean by enslaved Africans and fueled by the burning desire for freedom. Many slaves camouflaged the practicing of Capoeira as a form of dance by playing instruments and singing chant like songs on the plantations although it was outlawed by the Brazilian Government. Ultimately, the art form was utilized to break free of bondage.