Tucson Capoeira - United Capoeira Association

"Capoeira For Everyone"
Size, ability, and age are not important in our world. The size of your respect and size of your heart is the only measurement we care about.


Capoeira is a dynamic expression of Afro-Brazilian culture. Capoeira is an art form that involves movement, music, and elements of practical philosophy. One experiences the essence of capoeira by playing a physical game called jogo de capoeira (game of capoeira) or simply “jogo”. During this ritualized combat, two capoeiristas (players of capoeira) exchange movements of attack and defense in a constant flow while observing rituals and proper manners of the art. Both players attempt to control the space by confusing the opponent with feints and deceptive moves. During the jogo, the capoeiristas explore their strengths and weaknesses, fears and fatigue in a sometimes frustrating, but nevertheless enjoyable and challenging process of personal expression, self-reflection, and growth.

"a dance-like fight a fight-like dance a song a way of life!"

-Mestre Acordeon