Capoeira Arts Foundation
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We see ourselves as ambassadors of Brazilian culture and an organization interested in serving a family oriented community that is not necessarily an art going crowd, but that is interested in providing the benefit of the arts for their children. We put a great emphasis on capoeira, an art form that has been growing exponentially in the last 20 years. Like the blues and jazz, Capoeira is an extrao
03/21/2026
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.
12/03/2025
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.
Mestre João Grande will be teaching at Legados 3 this Saturday — don’t miss your chance to learn from a true living legend!
12/02/2025
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!
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— Mestre Lobão will be with us!
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—Contraestre Gufu will be with us!
11/13/2025
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.
11/12/2025
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.
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1902 San Pablo Avenue
Berkeley, CA
94702
Opening Hours
| Monday | 6am - 7pm |
| Tuesday | 6am - 8pm |
| Wednesday | 6am - 7pm |
| Thursday | 6am - 8pm |
| Friday | 6am - 9pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 8pm |
| Sunday | 8am - 8pm |