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Portuguese and Capoeira
Salvador, Brazil
Program Snap Shot
Highlights:
- 2 Capoeira classes per week
Requirements:
Program (included in tuition):
- 4 hrs/day classes (20 hrs/week)
- Group instruction (max 9)
- 2 hrs/week Capoeira Classes
- Private room in host family or shared room in hotel
- Breakfast daily
- Some additional organized activities
- Emergency message service
Start Dates:
- Start any Monday
- Closed Dates:
2012: 1/1, 2/17-2/26 (carnival), 4/6, 5/1, 9/7, 10/12, 11/2, 12/25
Host School:
Salvador is the capoeira center of Brazil, which makes it the best place to learn. The ritual mock combat of two fighters engaged in rapid-fire precision lunges, kicks and punches is an awe-inspiring sight. Other capoeristas circle around the fighters in a roda; they keep time by clapping, singing and banging on drums. Fighters may change places with people in the roda every now and then.
The origins of capoeira are said to be rooted in everything from Angolan foot-fighting, Japanese martial arts, or from the native Brazilians themselves. We know that somewhere along the way, African plantation slaves modified the dance-fights, adding African chants, rhythms and instruments.
Today's capoeira is very exotic, and certain to impress. The acrobatic jumps and gymnastic floor moves in capoeira have heavily influenced modern-day break dancing. The cardiological benefits haven't gone unnoticed, and capoeira is cropping up in fitness classes and health clubs around the world.
In addition to Portuguese group language classes participants receive 2 hours/week of Capoeira classes. These will be held in the afternoons after the language classes. The classes cover theoretical aspects as well as practical application.
Information about Salvador, Brazil (Click to view)
One of Brazil’s most fascinating cities is Salvador da Bahia, often referred to as Bahia or Salvador. Here you can find impressive colonial architecture, art galleries, baroque churches and beautiful beaches. Salvador, Brazil’s third largest city, embraces a mixture of African, Portuguese and Amerindian cultures, most evident in their dance, music, and cuisine. The city’s cuisine utilizes typical African ingredients such as palm oil, peanuts and coconut milk. Several other colorful African traditions displayed around Salvador are capoeira (an African-Brazilian martial arts dance) and the lively candomble ceremony (a religious blend of African and Catholic influences). This mix of cultural flair makes it a very delightful destination for both Brazilians and tourists alike.
Originally colonized by Portugal, Brazil is by far the largest country in South America. It is a country diverse in culture, landscape, and style. The country is covered by dense Amazon rainforest in the north and central regions. The coastal regions of Brazil offer some of the most famous and beautiful beaches in the world. Each city in Brazil has its own unique character ranging from the modern capital of Brasilia to the tourist capital of Rio de Janeiro to the port city of Maceio. Portuguese is the language spoken in Brazil.
Participants: Participants are mostly from the U.S. and Europe. Majority of students are in early 20's and 30's.
Prices for 2012 Portuguese and Capoeira in Salvador, Brazil
| Course Name |
1 Wk |
2 Wks |
3 Wks |
4 Wks |
Add'l
Wks |
Portuguese
Wks |
Class
Size |
Meals |
| 4 hrs/day Group w/ homestay + Capoeira |
$530 |
$965 |
$1400 |
$1835 |
$435 |
$435 |
max 9 |
1 |
| 4 hrs/day Group classes only + Capoeira |
$325 |
$570 |
$800 |
$1030 |
$230 |
$230 |
max 9 |
0 |
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Program Notes
- PLEASE NOTE: Participants of this program need to have at least a basic knowledge of Portuguese.
- Airport pickup: $60
- Extra homestay days: $26/day or $185/week
- Private classes: $33/hr
- Carnival 7 Night Package (homestay only during Carnival 2/19-2/26): $550
VERY limited availability.
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