capoeira

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Between 1890, after the proclamation of the Republic of Brazil, and the final years of the 1920's, capoeira references could be found, not in cultural literature of the time, but in the Penal Code of the Republic. The name capoeira itself became a pejorative term applied to vagrants, thieves and undesirables, but let's return to this theme later while we take a look at the possible etymologies of the word. READ MORE>

We are thrilled with the opportunity to partner with Capoeira Mandinga as one of the sponsors of  A Dança da Guerreira, a series of workshops, dance performances, and bate-papo, celebrating the accomplishments of the strong, persistent, and passionate women in Capoeira. READ MORE>