CAPOEIRA MUZENZA UK

Capoeira History

Our Story

Capoeira Muzenza UK brings the spirit of Afro-Brazilian culture to Woolwich, led by Contramestre Saruê.

 

Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that blends fight, dance, music, and culture. It was developed by enslaved Africans in Brazil as a form of resistance, self-defense, and freedom of expression. Disguised as dance to preserve it under oppression, Capoeira evolved into a powerful art of movement, strategy, rhythm, and community.

Today, Capoeira is practiced worldwide, preserving its traditions through the roda (circle), live music, call-and-response songs, and respectful dialogue between players. It builds strength, agility, awareness, discipline, and cultural connection while celebrating history and resilience.

Muzenza Group of Capoeira

The Muzenza Group of Capoeira was founded in Brazil by Mestre Burguês and is one of the most respected and internationally recognized Capoeira groups in the world. Known for its strong identity, technical excellence, and modern evolution of Capoeira, Muzenza combines tradition with innovation.

Muzenza promotes discipline, respect, culture, and personal growth through Capoeira, with groups established across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and beyond. Training under Muzenza means being part of a global family that values history, high-level training, and the future of Capoeira.

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Gallery

Moments from our rodas capturing rhythm, movement, and community spirit.

People are engaged in a martial arts training session. Two individuals in the foreground appear to be grappling, wearing protective gear like helmets and gloves. Background participants are also wearing protective gear, practicing various movements. The environment suggests an indoor gym with wrestling mats and a cage-like structure.
A group of dancers is performing in a studio setting. The central figure wears a black hoodie with bold white lettering, surrounded by others in athletic attire, gesturing dynamically. The studio features wooden floors and mirrored walls.
A martial arts dojo features several practitioners in white and blue gi uniforms engaged in training on red and gray mats. The central figure is performing a martial arts technique, surrounded by others practicing and discussing techniques.
Participants in a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class practicing grappling techniques on a mat. They are wearing traditional gi uniforms and include a mixture of belts, indicating different skill levels. The setting is a spacious dojo with onlookers and other students in the background.

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Step into the roda at Acosta Dance and start your capoeira journey today.
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