Beginners are welcome

Capoeira Angola classes in Oxford

Beginner-friendly Capoeira classes in Oxford for adults and children, combining movement, rhythm, music, and culture in a welcoming local group.

  • First class friendly
  • No experience needed
  • Movement, music, and community
Two Capoeira Angola students playing a close movement game during class
Movement, music, and community in Oxford
Oxford Capoeira Society students and teachers smiling together in yellow group shirts
A friendly Capoeira Angola community in Oxford

Classes

Capoeira class times and locations

Choose a regular Capoeira Angola class in Oxford and send us a quick message before you come. We will help you pick the right session and make sure your first visit feels easy.

Adult class - Tuesday

6:30pm to 8:30pm

Place
Jericho Community Centre
Address
33a Canal Street, Oxford, OX2 6BQ
Price
£10 per session

Tuesday venue

Jericho Community Centre

A central Oxford venue for the Tuesday adult class.

Jericho Community Association Oxford icon Jericho Community Centre building exterior

Adult class - Thursday

6:30pm to 8:30pm

Place
West Oxford Community Association
Address
Botley Road, Oxford, OX2 0BT
Price
£10 per session

Thursday venue

West Oxford Community Association

A community venue for the Thursday adult class.

West Oxford Community Association logo West Oxford Community Centre building exterior

Adult class - Friday

6:30pm to 7:30pm

Place
Brookes University Sports
Address
Cheney Lane, Headington, Oxford, OX3 0GB
Booking
Book at reception or through Brookes University Sports

Friday venue

Brookes University Sports

A sports venue for the Friday adult class.

Oxford Brookes University logo Brookes University Sports building exterior

Children's class - Tuesday

5:00pm to 6:00pm

Ages
5 to 16
Place
West Oxford Community Association
Address
Botley Road, Oxford, OX2 0BT
Price
£8 per session

Children's venue

West Oxford Community Association

A friendly setting for children's capoeira in Oxford.

West Oxford Community Association logo West Oxford Community Centre building exterior

Ready to try a class or ask one quick question?

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What to expect

A welcoming first Capoeira class

Students stretching together in a circle during class Capoeira Angola roda with students clapping and musicians playing Two students playing Capoeira Angola low to the ground

A steady welcome

You will be welcomed into the group and guided through the class at a steady pace. You can join in gradually, ask questions, and learn by watching as well as moving.

Movement, music, and rhythm

Each class brings together movement, music, singing, and traditional instruments. You will learn the physical practice alongside the cultural side of Capoeira Angola.

Adaptable training

The physical level can be adapted to each student. You can build strength, balance, coordination, and confidence gradually, with guidance from the teacher.

No experience needed

Beginners are welcome in every regular class. You do not need previous capoeira, dance, martial arts, or music experience before you start.

Not sure which class is the best fit?

Ask us on WhatsApp

About

Angoleiros do Mar

Oxford Capoeira Society is a project developed in Oxford through Angoleiros do Mar (angoleirosdomar.com), an international Capoeira Angola group led by Mestre Marcelo Angola (Instagram). Rooted in Bahia, the group shares Capoeira Angola as a living practice of training, music, history, and community.

Our Capoeira Angola Oxford classes are open to students, professionals, local residents, families, and anyone curious to learn with respect for the roda, the teachers, and the roots of the art.

Professor Lobinho watching a Capoeira Angola roda

Teacher

Professor Lobinho

Mauricio Jiménez Mota has 16 years of Capoeira Angola experience under the guidance of Mestre Marcelo Angola, leader of Angoleiros do Mar and originally from Ilha de Itaparica, Bahia.

Events

Our latest events

Outdoor Capoeira Angola roda in central Oxford

Rodas

Capoeira in Oxford

Roda moments bring Capoeira Angola into shared public and cultural spaces around Oxford.

Capoeira Angola roda with live music in an indoor cultural space

Workshops

Visiting teachers and guests

Workshops give students focused time with experienced teachers and visiting guests.

Capoeira Angola teachers and students standing together after an event

Community

Learning together

Regular classes and events connect students, families, visiting teachers, and friends.

Upcoming workshops, rodas, and special classes will be listed here when dates are confirmed.

Schools

Capoeira workshops for schools in Oxford

Schools can book Capoeira Angola workshops in Oxford, cultural presentations, or active movement sessions for students.

Sessions are energetic, inclusive, and adaptable for different ages, introducing rhythm, instruments, history, and group participation.

First class

Try your first class

Starting is simple: wear comfortable clothes, bring water, and message us before you come. We will help you choose the right class and welcome you when you arrive.

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Message us before coming

Send a WhatsApp or email so we can suggest the best class for you.

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Wear comfortable clothes

A T-shirt, long sports trousers, trainers, and water are enough.

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No experience needed

You do not need capoeira, martial arts, dance, or music experience before you start.

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Choose your class

Adults can start on Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday. Children can join the Tuesday children's class.

Contact

Ready to start Capoeira Angola in Oxford?

Message us before your first class and we will help you choose a session. Classes are adaptable, so beginners can start without previous experience.

For the quickest reply, send a WhatsApp message with the class you want to try and whether you are coming as an adult, parent, or school contact.

  • Tell us which class you want to attend.
  • Ask any questions about level, clothing, or payment.
  • Ask for payment details before your first visit.