Capoeira Club Croydon — MOVE.
PLAY.
TRANSFORM.
Croydon's women-led capoeira community for kids, adults and families. Movement, music and Afro-Brazilian culture. one roda, one circle, one family.
// THE PROFESSOR
Caline Cezimbra "Areia"
About the club
A Croydon story,
rooted in Bahia.
Capoeira Club Croydon was created by Professora Caline Cezimbra ("Areia") to share a piece of Brazil with South London. a welcoming community where kids, women and complete beginners can experience Afro-Brazilian culture in its full form.
We are proudly part of the wider Capoeira Club family founded by Master Hiram Ribeiro in 2012. carrying the same lineage, technique and living tradition, taught with care in Croydon and Brockley Rise.
"We don't teach choreography. We teach a way of moving, listening and playing with the world. together."
2022
Established
5
Weekly classes
6–75
Ages welcomed
2
Croydon venues
More than a class
Step into the circle.
Stay for the family.
Capoeira is movement, music, culture, friendship and personal growth. An Afro-Brazilian tradition that has transformed lives for over 450 years. and our club is its Croydon home.
Choose your journey
How would you
like to start?
Fri 5–6pm, Croydon
Kids Capoeira
Ages 6–12. Confidence, discipline, rhythm.
Discover
Fri 7–8pm, Croydon
Adults Capoeira
All levels. Ginga, kicks, live music, roda.
DiscoverWed 1–3pm, Brockley Rise
Mindful Moves
Slow, restorative capoeira for wellbeing.
Discover
Thu 11:30–1:30, Brockley Rise
Step Into Rhythm
Brazilian dance for wellbeing.
Discover
Sat 26 Sept, Free Taster
Family Taster (6–12)
Free intro session for the whole family.
DiscoverVoices of the club
Real stories.
Real transformation.
Capoeira Club Croydon has transformed my fitness journey. The classes are challenging, full of energy, and Professora Areia's passion is contagious.
Benjamin T.
Adult student, Croydon
My child loves the kids' classes. The instructors are fun, patient and engaging. she's grown in confidence week by week.
Emma T.
Parent, South London
The perfect mix of technique, fitness and culture in a genuinely supportive community. I've gained strength and a family.
Oliver H.
Adult student, 2 years
The Mindful Moves session at Brockley Rise is the highlight of my week. Restorative, rhythmic, and welcoming.
Priya S.
Mindful Moves member
// The lineage
Your move
Ready to experience
capoeira?
One trial class, no commitment. Leave your details and Professora Areia will get in touch with everything you need.
Or book directly