Magic Has A Formula
Physical, Mental & Spiritual Capoeira.
ilê de palmares is led by Contra Mestre Omi in New York City. Previously training under the guidance of Mestre Ombrinho (Capoeira Angola Quintal) and Mestre Nô (Capoeira Angola Palmares) for almost to two decades CM Omi and Prof Caiman felt the need to create a linage of their own that expressed the mental, physical and spiritual freedom they’ve gained as practitioners of the Capoeira.
ilê de palmares (e·lay / g / pal·mar·es) means “house of the palmares”. The word “ilê” (e·lay) is a Yoruba word, meaning “house” or a sacred place that embodies community and camaraderie. The word “palmares” has several connotations in Brazil, the definition our group associates closest with comes from “Quilombos Dos Palmares,” the longest slave resistance community of escaped slaves in Brazil during 1605 to 1695.
Our Teachers
Together they are sharing their love and passion for the artform at home throughout New York City and around the world.
Mestres
Contra-Mestre Omi is leading ilê de palmares under the guidance and support of his Mestres.
What is
01. Capoeira
Capoeira (cap·o·ei·ra) is an Afro-Brazilian martial art disguised as a dance. It was created in the 16th century by enslaved Africans in Brazil who used it to liberate themselves.
Our
02. Classes
Ready for an experience of your life? Our classes are an hour and a half which consist of a warmup, stretching, basic Capoeira movements, music and games. Arrive to class with comfortable clothing, a bottle of water and a smile ?
Class
03. Schedule
We have classes in Manhattan, Brooklyn (Williamsburg), and Queens (LIC & Flushing). Kids classes are held at the LIC and Flushing YMCA. To get more details on class times please visit our schedule.