What does it mean (to me) to be a capoeirista?
= To play with and enjoy the energy of your camaradas (Friends).
= To conduct yourself well in the roda and in the world.
= To respect your fellow capoeiristas and all other people.
= To be always learning and growing.
= To face your fears and weaknesses, and overcome them.
= To keep a cool head under pressure.
= To be ready to fight if you have to.
= To oppose oppression and strive for freedom.
= To learn about the history, traditions and philosophy of capoeira.
= To express yourself through your body.
= To train hard and push yourself beyond perceived limits.
= To experience Afro-Brazilian culture.
= To share knowledge.
= To be a musician and a singer.
= To be wary, cunning, playful, courageous, shrewd, spontaneous,,
unpredictable, ready.
= To flow.
= To avoid arrogance, envy, loss of temper.
Marimbondo

"Life is a struggle? Life is a battle?
The player sees that capoeira is teaching him to dance within and during this fight."
Nestor Capoeira

This forum is for anyone involved in (or wanting to become) capoeira.

Numerous teachers exist throughout Melbourne and Australia (see the LINKS section inside).