Sunday, August 27, 2017 at 10 AM - 11 AM
Heritage Park
300 Homer Avenue,
Palo Alto, California 94301
Grab your family and friends (+ some water) and come try
the Brazilian martial art form of capoeira!
Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art form that playfully
incorporates music, dance, and acrobatics. It is a multi-modal physical
activity which promotes the development of strength, aerobic fitness, musical
skills, and flexibility. It is also a wonderful outlet for creativity, as
students use improvised movements during play.
Capoeira is a fun and healthy activity that teaches
leadership, social cooperation, team-building, self-discipline, and cultural
sensitivity. Students are also exposed to the Portuguese language through
traditional songs, enhancing their ability to learn additional languages in the
future. In the long term, students of capoeira show improvements in physical
fitness, physical coordination, self-confidence, and positive self-esteem, all
leading to well-balanced and healthy individuals with increased focus and
performance in school.
Instructor: Megha Makam
Cost: Free (Donations appreciated)
