Training with Instructor Brucutu is always a lot of fun. He is positive and encouraging and will challenge you a lot. One thing I like about training with him is that he is great at breaking things down into baby steps so I can start small and accomplish something I didn’t think I’d be able to do. His classes are great for beginners and advanced students.

Instructor Brucutu is both a skilled Capoeirista and a good teacher. Those two traits arent always synonymous with one another. He is patient and works with you at your level. Attending his classes are fun - which is just what you need after a long day at work. Highly recommend.

Instrutor Brucutu is incredible! If you are interested in learning capoeira for the first time or if youre experienced, this is the class for you. Hes incredibly welcoming and hell make sure you have a great class based on your experience/level. Highly recommended.

Awsome teacher and human being. Great place to learn and train CAPOEIRA !

This class is awesome. What a great teacher and great people! If you wanna learn something cool and have fun doing it this is the place!

Brucutu traveled to put on a great workshop here in Indianapolis. The energy was great and the instruction was top-class. Much respek

Thanks brucutu for a great workshop today. Love the way you teach and explain the concepts. AxeMandrake

Brucutu is the best! His classes are always filled with hard work and lessons to learn. They are fun and I look forward to them. 🥰

Instructor Brucutu is a great teacher. Hes patient and works with you where youre at, no matter the skill level. He cultivates an atmosphere of teamwork and friendship in his classes where everyone feels welcome.

Instrutor Brucutu is a great teacher! He emphasizes training at ones own pace; allows one to grow and focus on themselves as an individual.

Brucutu’s class was awesome, explanations and the way class is driven made me understand class. 100% recommended!!

Training here is always a delight. The instructors work hard to make sure all students learn well, especially beginners

Instrutor Brucutu is always patient and insightful in capoeira and also general body awareness to smooth out ones skills. He challenges us with lots of acrobatic moves and keeps the energy going.

Amazing! Colibri has so much experience and expertise to share, and teaches in such a way that it is easy for everyone to understand. She really knows how to help her students grow and train hard.The class is a great total body workout, but you get a bonus of improving your music skills, coordination, reflexes, while learning Brazilian history, culture and language.Classes are good for all levels and ages.

Ive practiced Capoeira with many instructors and have rarely attended such a highly motivating class. Formanda Colibri is not only an brilliant Capoeirista but also an amazing educator. Her students definitely have a great chance to experience the results of her innovative and creative methodology. Check it out!

Great teacher, very easier to learn from!

I went to the Japanese Cultural Center to take free trial class from Grupo Capoeira Brazil. Not knowing what to expect, they quickly welcomed me to the group and got me working up a sweat almost instantly.I came into the class with some martial arts experience, which really helped when it came down to footwork, kicking, and coordination; however, I began to learn techniques that helped me understand my bodys capabilities that I couldnt really have developed in other forms of martial arts. Who knew that I would thank my younger self for taking the time to learn how to cartwheel!And even if youre one of those individuals who hasnt taken a day of Capoeira class in their life, I highly recommend you come in for a class just to try it out.The dojo is always filled with friendly faces that will take care of you and provide you with a safe learning environment. There are two floors padded with floor mats to practice martial arts so theres plenty of room. Just dont forget to take off your shoes before you enter. :-)Formanda Colibri is the instructor over there and you can just tell that she is just so passionate about all aspects of Capoeira. She works very well with beginners, and you will never feel left out of the class for being a novice. She is also constantly challenging her students to become better at Capoeira during every class, and you will never forget how amazing she is when you first see her play Capoeira.Class sizes range from a personable size where the instructor can work with you and the other students one on one to a room packed with capoeiristas filling the center with crazy energy!Capoeira is a great form of exercise that will make you leave the class feeling relieved and thankful that you got up, took a chance, and spent an hour and a half working practically every muscle in your body.One of the best things about Capoeira is that you dont need to bring anything to class! (well, maybe a water bottle because you need to stay hydrated!) They provide the music and floor mats. All you have to do is show up, have an open mind, and willingness to learn.

Formanda Colibri has moved to Chicago! Not only is she an excellent Capoeirista, she is the best teacher, and, also, considered one of the best female Capoeiristas in the world. Her classes are very well planned and structured, she understands the progression of learning and knows how to teach to all levels. Her students continuously show growth and improvement. She also is a lot of fun and likes to host great events. Come train with us!

Colibri is an amazing teacher and person. With this group learning capoeira will be an exciting and eye opening experience

Colibris group is incredible! She is an amazing instructor who loves to teach her passion, and the rest of the group is so welcoming and supportive.

Great place to learn capoeira. Colibri makes capoeira accessible, while also challenging students to be their best.

Another training site for Grupo Capoeira Brasil Chicago! Ive been training with this group for the past few years, under the tutelage of Formada Colibri, a high ranking capoerista from Niteroi, who has devoted over 26 years of her life to the art of capoeira. The group has 2 locations in/near Lakeview. At this location classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The floors are padded with mats so students can practice floreios (acrobatics). When the mats are removed, they reveal a nice hardwood floor for training.The other location, Chicago Capoeira Center (1802 W. Berteau), just a few blocks away, offers additional classes, which include Brazilian percussion, Portuguese, and yoga. Students have the opportunity to train at one or both locations.Location aside, there is no substitute for the instructor - Formada Colibri. Her experience, scope of knowledge, and the energy she brings to her classes is unmatched. Her love of capoeira is contagious. Definitely worth checking out for those interested in taking up capoeira for the first time, or those with previous experience looking to further enhance their game.

Colibri is an awesome teacher and is super welcoming towards beginners!