Escola Nacional de Capoeira

The Escola Nacional de Capoeira (National School of Capoeira) is a prominent Brazilian organization dedicated to preserving and promoting capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines dance, music, acrobatics, and self-defense. It offers structured teaching, cultural education, and cultural events to promote understanding of capoeira’s history, philosophy, and skills. The school aims to maintain the authenticity of the art form while fostering community, discipline, and cultural identity. As a recognized institution, it plays a key role in standardizing practices, supporting practitioners worldwide, and safeguarding capoeira’s rich cultural heritage.