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— Mestre Acordeon

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Casa de Cultura - An accessible arts space dedicated to community and belonging.

Projeto Saúde - An initiative to promote health through arts and community engagement.

Educação - Educational programming for all ages and support for teachers and community leaders.

Legados - A project that is documenting and archiving the works and legacy of our Capoeira elders.

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Que honra celebrar 40 anos!!! Such an honor celebrate 40 years of @aquarelasambadancers @aquarela2000 @neguinhasambista At the Casa De Cultura for their pre carnival 2026 photo shoot and dress rehearsal!!
Que honra celebrar 40 anos!!! Such an honor celebrate 40 years of @aquarelasambadancers @aquarela2000 @neguinhasambista At the Casa De Cultura for their pre carnival 2026 photo shoot and dress rehearsal!!
Spring classes at CAFs Casa De Cultura: batucada, samba no pé, salsa, and forró!! EMBORA ✨✨✨
Spring classes at CAFs Casa De Cultura: batucada, samba no pé, salsa, and forró!! EMBORA ✨✨✨
“Quem não vem… perde!” Don’t miss the chance to learn and experience Capoeira with masters who’ve been shaping the art in the US and around the world. Join us for LEGADOS 3, happening today through Sunday at Capoeira Arts Foundation. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Mestre João Grande will be teaching at Legados 3 this Saturday — don’t miss your chance to learn from a true living legend! #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
The LEGADOS 3 schedule is officially here! Get ready for five unforgettable days—culture, history, community. We’re looking forward to having you with us! #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestr
The LEGADOS 3 schedule is officially here! Get ready for five unforgettable days—culture, history, community. We’re looking forward to having you with us! #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
LEGADOS 3 will be packed with fun and energy for everyone, and one of the most lively and anticipated parts of the whole event is the 24-hour Roda. And yes— Contramestre Gugu will be with us! @guguquilombola #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
LEGADOS 3 ---- Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
When Mestre Acordeon appeared on the cover of Inside Kung-Fu magazine in October 1984 alongside Sifu Bill Owens, it marked a pivotal moment for Capoeira’s introduction to the U.S. martial arts community. Many of the first Capoeira students in t
When Mestre Acordeon appeared on the cover of Inside Kung-Fu magazine in October 1984 alongside Sifu Bill Owens, it marked a pivotal moment for Capoeira’s introduction to the U.S. martial arts community. Many of the first Capoeira students in the United States were already martial artists — practitioners of disciplines like Kung Fu, Karate, or Taekwondo — who had heard of Capoeira and were intrigued by its rhythm, flow, and deep African roots. Their curiosity and respect for its cultural and historical background helped lay the foundation for Capoeira’s growth across the country. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
#TBT Remembering Pôr do Sol, Legados 1 — honoring @mestreacordeon and his music. Early bird registration for Legados 3, honoring Mestre Jelon and celebrating 50 years of Capoeira in the U.S., ends TOMORROW (11/07/2025)! Link in bio!
#TBT Remembering Pôr do Sol, Legados 1 — honoring @mestreacordeon and his music. Early bird registration for Legados 3, honoring Mestre Jelon and celebrating 50 years of Capoeira in the U.S., ends TOMORROW (11/07/2025)! Link in bio!
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Parent - Child Capoeira Class Series: Starting this Thursday at 4:00 PM! Register now - link in bio. Bodyweight Conditioning Class with Inst. Escorpião and Prof. Yago - this Friday 6:30 PM, before the Bay Area Music Jam. Drop in and check i
Parent - Child Capoeira Class Series: Starting this Thursday at 4:00 PM! Register now - link in bio. Bodyweight Conditioning Class with Inst. Escorpião and Prof. Yago - this Friday 6:30 PM, before the Bay Area Music Jam. Drop in and check it out!
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Que honra celebrar 40 anos!!! Such an honor celebrate 40 years of @aquarelasambadancers @aquarela2000 @neguinhasambista At the Casa De Cultura for their pre carnival 2026 photo shoot and dress rehearsal!! Spring classes at CAFs Casa De Cultura: batucada, samba no pé, salsa, and forró!! EMBORA ✨✨✨
“Quem não vem… perde!” Don’t miss the chance to learn and experience Capoeira with masters who’ve been shaping the art in the US and around the world. Join us for LEGADOS 3, happening today through Sunday at Capo
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #
Mestre João Grande will be teaching at Legados 3 this Saturday — don’t miss your chance to learn from a true living legend! #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunit
The LEGADOS 3 schedule is officially here! Get ready for five unforgettable days—culture, history, community. We’re looking forward to having you with us! #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestr
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira #
LEGADOS 3 will be packed with fun and energy for everyone, and one of the most lively and anticipated parts of the whole event is the 24-hour Roda. And yes— Contramestre Gugu will be with us! @guguquilombola #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Yea
LEGADOS 3 ---- Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bi
Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira # When Mestre Acordeon appeared on the cover of Inside Kung-Fu magazine in October 1984 alongside Sifu Bill Owens, it marked a pivotal moment for Capoeira’s introduction to the U.S. martial arts community. Many of the first Capoeira students in t Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. Link to register in bio. #Capoeira Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #TBT Remembering Pôr do Sol, Legados 1 — honoring @mestreacordeon and his music. Early bird registration for Legados 3, honoring Mestre Jelon and celebrating 50 years of Capoeira in the U.S., ends TOMORROW (11/07/2025)! Link in bio! Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years Parent - Child Capoeira Class Series: Starting this Thursday at 4:00 PM! Register now - link in bio. Bodyweight Conditioning Class with Inst. Escorpião and Prof. Yago - this Friday 6:30 PM, before the Bay Area Music Jam. Drop in and check i Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years Mestre Acordeon and the Capoeira Arts Foundation (CAF) are honored to host Mestre Jelon and celebrate 50 years of capoeira in the United States. Join us for 5 days of learning with local and international guests. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years

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