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Three sessions available for kids 6 - 12 years of age. All levels welcome. One week camp is $225 (limited tuition assistance available). For more information and to register call 415-206-0650 or DOWNLOAD SUMMER CAMP BROCHURE WITH REGISTRATION FORM (PDF) ›

Kids’ classes teach basic capoeira and maculelê technique, as well as the musical rhythms, instruments, and songs in Portuguese. Classes are taught using games and exercises emphasizing cooperation, leadership, and skill building. Classes strengthen physical coordination, as well as musical and mental abilities— building discipline, respect, strength, flexibility, and endurance. Classes are designed for and open to all levels. New students are welcome!

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Friday, January 4th 4:30-5:30pm
Saturday, January 5th 1:30-3:00pm

Monday, January 7 - Kids Class resumes

The mission of ACSF’s youth programming is to support healthy youth development through regular physical and cultural activities led by positive role models in a supportive learning environment.

ONGOING CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

Kids’ Capoeira classes are taught using games and exercises emphasizing music and acrobatics—working both physical coordination and mental abilities. Classes cover basic capoeira techniques, rhythms, instruments, and songs in Portuguese. Classes are open to all levels. New students are welcome to start at any time.

Kids’ Capoeira for Ages 5-7emphasizes cooperation and spatial awareness and focuses on building basic physical skills and coordination. Students begin to learn acrobatic movements and improve balance and coordination of the arms and legs. Classes are not appropriate for children under 5.

Kids’ Capoeira for Ages 8-13 emphasizes skill building and leadership, and builds strength, flexibility, and endurance. Students begin learning more complex acrobatics and sequences of movements. Children under 8 are not physically or developmentally prepared for this class.

Kids’ Privates personally designed for your child, Kids' privates are taught by Capoeira professionals led by Mestranda Márcia Cigarra. 40 minute training sessions for $60.

Instructors: Kids' Capoeira classes are lead by Mestranda Márcia Cigarra and Instrutora Sereia. Mestranda Márcia's philosophy is to provide all students with the tools to become professional instructors and performers. ACSF is a teaching school, where learning to teach, perform, and lead others is part of every student's development. At times, classes may be taught by apprenticing student instructors as part of their training.

ACSF's high-quality programs use “building blocks” of healthy youth development, which address the full spectrum of young people's needs in order to support their emotional, social, and physical development. Research shows that children need these “building blocks” to grow into healthy, successful adults.

Healthy Youth Development Building Blocks are:

Positive Relationships: Students develop positive relationships with supportive adults and peers.

Skill Building: Students build confidence and develop cultural awareness while learning new skills.

Regular Physical Activity: Students improve mental, physical and cognitive health through regular physical activity. ACSF introduces healthy lifestyle habits through fun, vigorous physical activity.

Safety: Students are provided emotional and physical safety allowing them to develop a sense of belonging and freedom.

Youth Participation: Students participate in decision-making and build leadership skills.


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