United Capoeira Association Los Angeles

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Introduction: As a capoeira teacher, i am fortunate enough to participate in the growth of my individual students and of our community as a whole. These two are increasingly important in today's modern and increasing isolated lifestyle. Students grow physically in terms of their fitness, coordination, and flexibility, but there is more to the story. Capoeira creates social, emotional, intellectual, musical, and expressive growth. When the individual grows in these areas, their community is enriched many times over. Our capoeira community is filled with great people making for a rich experience for everyone involved.

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Risos G.

Sep 21, 2011

This class has been one of the best things Ive done ever. Im very luckyI found it just by doing a google searchand now Ive been going there every week for over a year and a half! The instructor is kind, patient, understanding, and super fun, but also doesnt let you get away with anythingin your best interest you cant really slack off. I was intrigued by capoeira because my brother was doing it, so I thought Id check it out. It wasnt something I thought I could really do, but the class was so engaging and challenging, and there was not an air of competition or exclusivity, and it was such a great work-out, that I ended up staying. It turned out to be more than I could ever have dreamedthe history, music, culturethe variety of movementskicks, flips, attacks, defensesit continues to be an immensely fascinating class.

Espantalho M.

Sep 21, 2011

My experience with UCA in Los Angeles has been great! The teacher is patient and understanding. The students are all super nice. The learning environment is safe and fun. Capoeira is great to improve conditioning and more fun than just going to the gym. On top of all of that, capoeira provides a great community that everyone can be a part of. The teacher speaks fluent Portuguese which helps out a lot. I highly recommend going to UCA in LA whether you are a beginner, an experienced capoeirista, or someone from out of town that just wants to stop by and say "hi". You will be rewarded with a great experience and that chance to make friends with a fun and supportive group of people. What more can you ask for?

Princesa V.

Sep 22, 2011

Back in I believe 2006, I surprised my husband (Dragao) on a date and took him to Guatambu's class. We had been wanting to check out Capoeira for awhile and I figured this would be a fun date. I have to honestly say that this particular date was probably one of the most rewarding dates we had ever gone on! I am truly grateful to Guatambu and am so honored to have him as our Instrutor. I love the flow of Capoeira, the music, the instruments we play, the songs we sing, and the community that is created in our school. One of my best memories was when I was pregnant in 2008 and being in the Roda at our Batizado in Berkeley. It was exciting, a little nerve-wrecking yet deeply moving to be able to be in that Roda with my son in my big belly. After our lil one was born, I had taken a hiatus from Capoeira but it had always been ingrained in my soul. And my son's for that matter who likes to ginga and make the sounds of the berimbau with his mouth. But the hiatus honeymoon is over and hubby and I are now coming back! And let me tell you, it feels good to be back!!

Peter C.

Sep 22, 2011

I've been studying Capoeira under Instrutor Guatambu for about 2.5 years now. Besides being a wonderful teacher, he's also a great friend. This branch of the United Capoeira Association does a wonderful job of helping you explore the world of Capoeira. Just check out the website http://www.capoeiraucainla.com for a starter. The classes are very well structured. The students that train here are a lovely bunch to be around. Guatambu is very attentive and I can't remember a time where he didn't answer my questions. He can always be reached via telephone or email. This school also gets frequent visits from Mestres and other instructors from the U.C.A. family which is always a blast. I subscribe to the 12 months payment plan and it hasn't broken my piggy bank. I would and have recommended my friends to check out this school. Bottom line is, if you are looking for a place to explore your mind and body then this is it. Thanks for reading.

Keith (Pintado) M.

Sep 22, 2011

There is over 400 years of history and tradition of Capoeira, that is very present for me at UCA in Los Angeles. I credit this to Instrutor Guatambu for enriching the physical aspects of capoeira through music, the philosiphies and cultural origins that makes what capoeira is today. A multi faceted experience that leaves nothing out. I have always been interested in martial arts but it is at UCA that it has become an important part of my life. Instrutor Guatambu has been a student of MEstre Acordeon, who was in turn a student of mestre Bimba. He (Instrutor Guatambu) creates an opportunity for an environment his students to learn and grow as Caporistas & more so, as people. When I set out to find a place to learn Capoeira I wanted to find a place that embraced all of Capoeira. I can say with great certainty I have found that place at UCA in LA. THere is no escaping the Graduality of learning a new artform. For what ever your reason, your personal goals, It takes time, patience and the will to learn and it is a journey. To decide to learn with Guatambu and his students is a choice to take a journey. So be prepared to be changed for the better and enjoy every step! As a person as a Caporista, I feel sincerely fortunate to be guided by someone who is as dedicated to learning and growing as all of his students are.

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Capoeira is an engaging art form that enriches the individual on many valuable human levels. You will gain physical fitness, peace of mind, and self defense all while getting to express yourself on many levels with other like minded people all while having a great time making music, and that makes for beautiful community. You want to make sure you find a school where you feel comfortable and are asked to give your best efforts.

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