MOVEMENT. MUSIC. COMMUNITY.
Capoeira classes
in Queens, NYC.
Find your rhythm. Build your confidence. Be part of a community that moves together. Discover the Afro-Brazilian art of capoeira with Capoeira Luanda Queens.
Beginners welcome · Kids & adults · Queens, New York
YOUR PLACE IN THE RODA
A little courage.
A whole new way to move.
AFRO-BRAZILIAN ROOTS. QUEENS ENERGY. EVERYONE BELONGS.
01 / THE ART
More than a workout.
A way to connect.
Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian art shaped by resistance, creativity, and community. It combines flowing martial-arts movements with rhythm, song, and a playful exchange between two people.
At its heart is the roda: a circle where people clap, sing, and play instruments while two capoeiristas move together. You learn to listen, respond, and find your own expression.
Here in Queens, explore movement, music, and culture with guidance at every step. You don’t need to arrive flexible or know how to cartwheel. Start where you are.
Move
Strength & coordination
Practice balance, mobility, and control through movements that challenge your whole body.
Listen
Rhythm & culture
Explore the berimbau, traditional songs, and the living cultural roots of capoeira.
Belong
Connection & confidence
Learn alongside others, celebrate progress, and discover the energy of the roda.
02 / FIND YOUR START
New to capoeira?
You’re in the right place.
YOUNG MOVERS
Kids’ capoeira classes
A playful introduction to movement, rhythm, and working together. Children explore the basics of capoeira while developing coordination, listening skills, and confidence.
Monday · 6–7 pm · Flushing Town Hall
Ask about kids’ classesSTART AT YOUR OWN PACE
Adult & mixed-level classes
Build a foundation in ginga, kicks, escapes, and partner movement. Whether you’re new to capoeira or returning to training, discover a practice that brings skill, rhythm, and community together.
Weekday & weekend options in Queens
Find your class03 / COME MOVE WITH US
Your week.
With more rhythm.
Capoeira classes in Flushing, Rego Park, and Jamaica. Find a day that fits, then contact us to confirm your first visit.
Fall 2026 schedule · All times Eastern
Plan your first visitMonday
Kids 6–7 pm
Adults 7–8:30 pm
Flushing Town Hall
137-35 Northern Blvd.
Flushing, NY 11354
Wednesday
Mixed level · 7–8:30 pm
PS 175
64-35 102nd Street
Rego Park, NY 11374
Saturday
Mixed level · Starts at 10 am
PS 175
64-35 102nd Street
Rego Park, NY 11374
Sunday
Mixed level · 11 am–12:30 pm
AIMI · Free community class
115-62 Sutphin Blvd.
Jamaica, NY 11434
October 18–December 6, 2026 only
Please confirm class availability before traveling. Saturday’s finishing time varies on the posted schedule; contact us for the current end time.
Professora Trindade
YOUR TEACHER / CAPOEIRA LUANDA QUEENS
Meet Trindade.
A dance educator and capoeira teacher bringing movement, culture, and community together in Queens.
Trindade studied dance at New York City’s LaGuardia High School of the Arts and Ballet Hispánico before earning a BFA in Dance from New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts. She performed nationwide with different dance companies and has taught dance and coordinated youth afterschool and summer programs in East Harlem, Flushing, Queens, and Honolulu, Hawaii.
While in Hawaii, she raised more than $300,000 for teen employment training programs—work that reflects her commitment to creating opportunities for young people.
Trindade began training capoeira in Honolulu and joined Capoeira Luanda in 2003. Under the supervision of Contramestre Sabiá, she reached the level of Instrutora. She has taught capoeira to students of all ages and levels, including at the university level.
Our school is supported by the Capoeira Center of New York, a nonprofit dedicated to education and culture through capoeira.
A FEW THINGS TO KNOW
Your first class,
made simple.
Do I need experience?
No. Beginners are welcome. Tell us it’s your first class so we can help you choose the right session and introduce the basics.
What should I bring?
Wear comfortable clothing you can move in and bring water. Contact us before your first visit for any location-specific instructions.
Is capoeira only about acrobatics?
No. Movement is one part of the art. Rhythm, singing, instruments, awareness, and connection with your training partners all belong in capoeira.
How do I join, and what does it cost?
Send an inquiry below or call (718) 496-1730. We’ll confirm the class, location, and current fees. The Sunday AIMI community sessions are listed as free for October 18–December 6, 2026.
04 / YOUR NEXT MOVE
Step into
something new.
Tell us a little about yourself and the class you’re interested in. We’ll help you find the right place to start.