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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 ✨✨✨
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
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
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
The Capoeira Tournament and Martial Arts Expo in 1983 held at the college of Alameda CA featured Mestre Acordeon’s students from California and Mestre Jelon’s students from New York. Mestra Suelly, Mestre Amunka, Mestre Themba, Mestre Jor
The Capoeira Tournament and Martial Arts Expo in 1983 held at the college of Alameda CA featured Mestre Acordeon’s students from California and Mestre Jelon’s students from New York. Mestra Suelly, Mestre Amunka, Mestre Themba, Mestre Jordan, Sifu Bill Owen’s were some of the participants.
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. Programming includes a community Din
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. Programming includes a community Dinner & Show highlighting work of the pioneers who brought capoeira to the United States; Bate papos, a 24 HOUR Roda & convivencia, and many workshops of capoeira, music, culture, and dance, inspiring deeper connections within our community. SCHEDULE • Wednesday: Dinner and Show • Thursday: Walking field trip and first evening of classes/workshops • Friday: Workshops, Roda and Bate Papo • Saturday noon - Sunday noon - 24 Hour Roda and convivencia!!!!! • Sunday afternoon- Forró with Paulo Pressoto - DJ Veesh PRICING • Full pass preregistration (with event shirt) $200. Open until Nov 7th • Full pass registration (with event shirt) after Nov 7th $250. • Dinner + show (adult): $50. Dinner + show (kids): $10. • Day pass (FR, SAT) $100. • Day pass (Sunday) $80. • Donation option for Mestres/teachers: $50 / $75 / $100 • Kids (14 and under) $20 per workshop All events will happen at the Casa de Cultura, the Capoeira Arts Foundation building. The building stands as more than just a physical space; It's a cherished home away from home for capoeiristas throughout the world and is a globally recognized hub for rich expressions of Afro Brazilian culture: capoeira, art, dance, philosophies, and music. Donations Accepted and Appreciated • Scholarships Available • Sliding Scale Pricing available for those who qualify. Please fill out this registration form (link in bio) as well as completing your checkout through eventbrite! #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. Programming includes a community Din
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. Programming includes a community Dinner & Show highlighting work of the pioneers who brought capoeira to the United States; Bate papos, a 24 HOUR Roda & convivencia, and many workshops of capoeira, music, culture, and dance, inspiring deeper connections within our community. SCHEDULE • Wednesday: Dinner and Show • Thursday: Walking field trip and first evening of classes/workshops • Friday: Workshops, Roda and Bate Papo • Saturday noon - Sunday noon - 24 Hour Roda and convivencia!!!!! • Sunday afternoon- Forró with Paulo Pressoto - DJ Veesh PRICING • Full pass preregistration (with event shirt) $200. Open until Nov 7th • Full pass registration (with event shirt) after Nov 7th $250. • Dinner + show (adult): $50. Dinner + show (kids): $10. • Day pass (FR, SAT) $100. • Day pass (Sunday) $80. • Donation option for Mestres/teachers: $50 / $75 / $100 • Kids (14 and under) $20 per workshop All events will happen at the Casa de Cultura, the Capoeira Arts Foundation building. The building stands as more than just a physical space; It's a cherished home away from home for capoeiristas throughout the world and is a globally recognized hub for rich expressions of Afro Brazilian culture: capoeira, art, dance, philosophies, and music. Donations Accepted and Appreciated • Scholarships Available • Sliding Scale Pricing available for those who qualify. Please fill out this registration form (link in bio) as well as completing your checkout through eventbrite! #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
Registration, schedule, and pricing for LEGADOS 3 are out! Secure your spot today so we can create the best experience for you. Don’t miss out—Cap#californiaevents - Link in bio. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfound
Registration, schedule, and pricing for LEGADOS 3 are out! Secure your spot today so we can create the best experience for you. Don’t miss out—Cap#californiaevents - Link in bio. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfoundation #mestreacordeon #mestrejelon #CapoeiraCommunity #CapoeiraLegacy #berkeley #CaliforniaEvents
@mestreacordeon at CAF’s Casa de Cultura enjoying community and @berkeley_capoeira ‘s 2025 Formatura
@mestreacordeon at CAF’s Casa de Cultura enjoying community and @berkeley_capoeira ‘s 2025 Formatura
Spring classes at CAFs Casa De Cultura: batucada, samba no pé, salsa, and forró!! EMBORA ✨✨✨ 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 # 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 # 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 The Capoeira Tournament and Martial Arts Expo in 1983 held at the college of Alameda CA featured Mestre Acordeon’s students from California and Mestre Jelon’s students from New York. Mestra Suelly, Mestre Amunka, Mestre Themba, Mestre Jor 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. Programming includes a community Din 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. Programming includes a community Din Registration, schedule, and pricing for LEGADOS 3 are out! Secure your spot today so we can create the best experience for you. Don’t miss out—Cap#californiaevents - Link in bio. #Capoeira #legados3 #Capoeira50Years #capeiraartsfound @mestreacordeon at CAF’s Casa de Cultura enjoying community and @berkeley_capoeira ‘s 2025 Formatura