Capoeira at Cornell University
"Capoeira" is a registered student organization of Cornell University. It is a separate entity from the local community practice called "Ithaca Capoeira" (the host of this website), although both practice capoeira with the same philosophies for inclusivity and safety.
Cornell students have free access to ALL practices hosed by Ithaca Capoeira. Any capoeira activities held on Cornell University campus are managed by the registered student organization of Cornell University. Practices available to Cornell students are held at the following times and locations:
Spring 2025:
Sundays: 5pm - 7pm, at Southside Community Center (enter at side door)
Mondays: 7:15pm - 9:15pm, at Ithaca Movement Arts (Suite 301)
Tuesdays: 5:15pm - 6:45pm, at 215 Willard Straight Hall (Garden Room)
Wednesdays: 5:15pm - 6:45pm, at 215 Willard Straight Hall (Garden Room)
(Check our calendar for cancellations, etc.)
Classes with us are...
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Beginner-friendly
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Inclusive & supportive
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Great exercise
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Culturally rich
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Detailed & comprehensive
Each class begins with music and inspiration, moves into a warm-up and exercises to learn and condition ourselves for the basics of capoeira, and concludes with a core lesson for the day: practicing combinations of movements with a partner, learning more advanced/detailed movements, and playing games (jogos) of capoeira.
All ability levels are welcome. Our teachers and students are here to support; not to push anyone beyond their limit.
What to Expect:
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We will be mindful of your time, beginning and ending class on schedule.
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Our teachers and members will be welcoming and respectful.
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Capoeira is a great workout-- you may wish to bring a water bottle and towel.
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Workout-appropriate clothing will be a wise choice.
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Some may choose to go barefoot for practice. Proper hygiene is appreciated by all.
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We will move, participate in music, and have fun for the full duration of each practice session.
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You are free to participate in any portion of each session, to whatever degree you are comfortable.