Capoeira Angola Brooklyn

An incredible space to practice sharing space and to evolve in capoeira and in life with each other. Ana finds the sweet spot of ushering people into the traditions and movements of capoeira, meeting them where they are at, while also pushing each person to break out of their comfort zone and work a little bit harder. While the physical practice is a key piece of our trainings which Ana expertly leads incorporating her wealth of knowledge of capoeira as well as body care techniques from her background as a personal trainer, she also centers the other central yet sometimes neglected components of capoeira - the culture, ancestry and lineage, music, aesthetics. Feel incredibly grateful to have stumbled upon this group in my capoeira journey and to feel a part of something greater. Obrigadão!

Ana is an incredible teacher. She offers the wisdom of someone who has lived a rich and meaningful life, the somatic knowledge of a personal trainer, and the empathy and a charisma of a community leader. Classes are super accessible and rewarding for students at every level. You’ll sweat and laugh and join a wonderful community! Highly recommend!!!

Being a capoeira practitioner for more than 20 years, I feel fortunate to have met Ana and have found a space in Brooklyn where it is possible to deepen my research into the Capoeira Angola world with care and love. Besides approaching movement, musicality, and culture seriously, Ana is a very experienced trainer and tailors her instructions to the individual needs of students of all levels and bodies. The classes are always energetic and fun.

Amazing classes! Ana is an incredible teacher and creates and warm environment. Great place to either start learning about capoeira or strengthen and continue deepening your practice! Lovely community!
These classes are unlike any you will find elsewhere - Ana is a personal trainer by profession and has a deep and longstanding relationship with capoeira and how to move your body in a safe way. These classes incorporate movement, music, history, philosophy, and more! Definitely recommend checking Ana and these classes out!

Ana is a passionate teacher who is dedicated to build a strong foundation of the Capoeira technique for her students. As a personal trainer, she is very knowledgeable about the physical aspects of each moves but she also incorporates a lot of music and singing into her classes. She makes sure each student progresses at their own pace and also creates space for partnering. She gives a real sense of community within her class.