Diego Freitas

Teaching Artist

Capoeira and Martial Arts Dance

Capoeira is a unique martial art that offers countless benefits to children with respect to both physical and mental development. By incorporating body movement, percussion, music and singing, Capoeira helps develop balance, coordination, fitness, flexibility, and rhythm.

About the class: we know from years of experience that capoeira is a powerful way to teach young people valuable life skills— confidence, leadership, goal-setting, teamwork, cooperation, concentration, adaptability, respect and rapid development in strength and agility, —that can lead to a lifetime of good health and civic involvement. Capoeira is truly a holistic approach to youth development. Capoeira also builds social skills, a sense of community and self-esteem through creative expression.