Contra-Mestre Papalegua
Monitor Atabaque
Welcome to Capoeira Cordão de Ouro of Tucson, Arizona.
During their battle for freedom in the 18th century, the slaves in Brazil created Capoeira, an Afro-Brazilian martial art. In order to hide the fact that they were practicing to fight against their owners, the slaves concealed this martial art with music and dance.
In 1890, Capoeira became outlawed in Brazil because it was associated with anti-government and criminal activities. Capoeiristas adopted apelidos (nicknames) so the police could not know their true identity. Capoeira was passed on only in secret.
In 1918, Mestre Bimba took movements from the traditional Capoeira and added movements from another African fight called Batuque, as well as movements he himself created. This was the beginning of Capoeira Regional. Mestre Bimba opened the first Capoeira school in 1932, eventually ending the official ban on Capoeira.
Mestre Suassuna studied with Mestre Bimba. Mestre Suassuna is the founder of Capoeira Cordao de Ouro.
Come learn with Contra-Mestre Papalegua and Monitor Atabaque, this unique Brazilian fight with almost 100 years of history.
