
Capoeira was born out of the slave trade around 500 years ago in Brazil. It was developed by the slaves as a martial art, however it was designed to look like tribal dances and rituals so that the slave masters would not suspect the violent aspect of the art. A crucial component of learning Capoeira has been the ability to mask your movements and intentions in an apparently non-threatening dance, combining combat and music. At Southampton we have an enthusiastic Capoeira teacher, Mestre Joaozinho, who teaches the Angola style of Capoeira and we also have open training sessions to practice together. You're welcome to come to any of our sessions! Your first session is free.
Please see our Facebook group for more info or if you have any more questions feel free to email us.
The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for Capoeira this year are:
President
Secretary
Social Sec
Treasurer
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Find out moreMembership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by Capoeira, although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
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Year membership and insurance | £5.00 | 21/09/2020 - 20/09/2021 | This membership is to pay for the insurance for the year to practice Capoeira in-person and online. |
Constitution
All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Constitution which governs how they run
Download ConstitutionHealth & Safety
All clubs & societies are required to risk assess their activity to ensure it is carried out in a safe manner for members. Current risk assessments for Capoeira are available to view below