Do I need to get fit before starting?

Anyone at any level is welcome to train with us. Just turn up in some loose fitting clothing, suitable for training. We train at different locations in Cardiff - check the traning times page for maps - and you don't need to be a student to come train with us. We are all very friendly so there is nothing to be scared of!

Beginners - Some common Question and Answers

No pre-training is needed as the classes are designed to get your fitness levels up. You will find that after a few weeks of training capoeira, you will start to notice new muscles, improved flexiblity and improvement on general stamina.




Do I need a uniform?

You only need uniform once you decide to come on a regular basis. Untill then, just some tracksuit bottoms and a t-shirt will be fine.

Which classes are good for beginners?

Our classes are set at a general level for the warm-up, after which, we usually split-off into different level groups.



Do I need to speak Portuguese?

Students find that they start to pick it up with learning songs/names of moves. Some students choose to learn Portuguese as extra study. But dont worry, people don't usually start Capoeira already speaking Portuguese.

When do I start?

You can start at any point in the year, just check the timetable at the beginning of the week that you wish to start.

Can I pay for a months pass to all classes?

At the moment we can only pay for individual classes when we turn up. These are £4 per class.