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Children will also learn maculele (a dance done hitting sticks against your partner’s sticks), samba, capoeira instruments, and Portuguese through this fun, interactive class.

Typically youth will train in the class corresponding to their age to advance through the cord system; in some instances a younger child may be placed in the advanced group. Please call to inquire regarding proper placement for youth older than 11.

CAREGIVERS MAY TRAIN FREE OF CHARGE IN ADULT CLASSES IF THEY HAVE A CHILD TAKING YOUTH CLASSES.

2021-2022 Sessions (Ages 4 and up-40 minute sessions)

During the pandemic we are altering our typical calendar: Fall youth capoeira classes are offered as Memberships with 8 weeks of classes including two weeks of make up classes. In the summer, four or eight class packs are available.

  • Participants must pre-register for a session.  Students new to the group may take their first class at no charge if they wish to try out the class.  Please register here a Youth Trial class.

  • Please select a Class Pack (Summer session only) or Membership (Fall through Spring) to register below. 

  • A class may be cancelled if there is insufficient enrollment; the schedule may change if necessary.

  • Children must be in Barro Vermelho’s official uniform by the second class, which may be purchased at the academy or on line in the Square Market.

  • Throughout the session, we may schedule special youth capoeira events to encourage formal capoeira play with their peers and adult capoeiristas in some cases.

  • Note regarding drop off: Caregivers may drop off their children and pick them up at the end of class. Caregivers may observe outdoor classes from a far away distance if they choose to remain on site; indoor classes may be observed through the doors and windows. Everyone must wear masks for in person classes.

Pricing

  • Classes are non-refundable and must be paid in advance. If classes are cancelled specifically because of D.C. Department of Health orders, some portion will be refunded.

  • Siblings automatically receive a 10% discount per child after the first enrolled child

Memberships (in person classes): One time per week-$169/Twice per week-$249/Three times per week $379

Registering for one class is the default; TO REGISTER FOR TWICE PER WEEK, SELECT THE TWO DESIRED SESSIONS AND ENTER THE COUPON CODE “DOUBLE” AT CHECKOUT.TO REGISTER FOR THREE TIMES PER WEEK SELECT THE THREE DESIRED SESSIONS AND ENTER THE COUPON CODE “TRIPLE’ AT CHECKOUT  

Summer Class Packs: Four Class Pack - $99, Eight Class Pack - $169

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Session Dates

Fall Session I   September 7 – November 6, 2021

Fall Session II Coming soon!

Winter Session Coming soon!

Spring Session Coming soon!

Special COVID class protocols:

  • Outside classes in parks in NW DC as long as the temperature is 40 degrees and above*

  • Class size limited to 8 participants

  • Masks are required of all participants and social distance is observed pursuant to D.C. Department of Health and CDC guidelines

  • If temperatures are below 40 degrees, class will be moved to live on line via Zoom

*Portable propane heaters have been purchased for outside use.