About

What is Capoeira?

Part martial art, part game, part dance…

Capoeira is an extraordinarily unique and culturally rich martial art with a strong history.  Capoeira dates back hundreds of years to the slave trade period in Brazil. African slaves were brought to Brazil to work in the tobacco and sugar farms. They were brought in from many different parts of Africa and there began a melding of cultures. While their conditions looked bleak, the slaves kept their hopes of freedom alive by practicing their native traditions. Then, disguised as a cultural dance, the slaves began to practice Capoeira.

Capoeira can now be found in academies all over the world and has grown to be one of the most sought-after art forms in the US. As time passes, more people are drawn to the culture, tradition and technique of this truly unique martial art.

Our Instructor

Formado Brian Schmidt began his Martial Arts training at the age of thirteen. He is the Head Capoeira Instructor and Senior Tang Soo Do black belt at the Traditional Martial Arts Center in Orlando Florida. In addition to learning the techniques and traditions of these arts, Brian Schmidt firmly believes that his training has made him a stronger, wiser and more compassionate person. As an instructor of both Tang Soo Do and Capoeira, he hopes to share the same positive and life changing experiences with his students.

Our Facility
TMAC Capoeira is part of the Traditional Martial Arts Center. The Traditional Martial Arts Center offers classes in 7 different martial arts. Our training facility is over 3000sq ft. and includes three training rooms. Our largest training area includes a gymnast style floor, a tumble track, large mirrors, punching bags and other training equipment designed for the learning enhancement and safety of each student.