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    • ANGÁ CAPOEIRA
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    • Kids Capoeira (6-11 yrs)
    • Toddler Capoeira (3-5 y
    • Adult Capoeira 14+
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  • After School Programs
  • Renting
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  • more
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AnGA Capoeira in MARYLAND

OBJECTIVES


  • Popularize Capoeira in Washington D.C, Capoeira in Maryland and Capoeira in Virginia  through frequent, systematic classes taught using established methodologies of learning.
  • Focus on Contemporary Capoeira (Capoeira Regional). We also integrate Capoeira Angola and another Brazilian dances such a Samba de roda and Maculele.
  • Provide students with opportunities to further strengthen and  develop their skills through batizados, meetings, rodas and workshops  taught by visiting experts.
  • Create a strong Capoeira community in the area
  •  Strengthen the presence of Afro-Brazilian Culture in the community  through classes along with events, shows, festivals and presentations. 

Our Team

Contramestre Hakim (Roberto Tapia)


ANGÁ Capoeira  in the Washington DC area  is lead by Roberto Tapia a.k.a Contramestre Hakim, owner and creator of Roda Movements.  


Biography 

Roberto Tapia, a.k.a. Contramestre Hakim, began training Capoeira in Santiago, Chile in 1995 with Capoeira Sul da Bahia under Mestre Railson and Mestre Maxuel. In 2005, he moved to the U.S. and, in 2008, opened Roda Movements in Takoma Park, MD—creating a community space for martial arts, fitness, and dance.

Since then, he has organized over 19 Capoeira Batizados in the DC area, bringing mestres and professors from across the U.S. and abroad. 

He earned the title of Professor in  Arraial D'Ajuda, Bahia, Brazil (2013) and later Contramestre in USA (2021).

Roberto has represented Capoeira at major events, including the Smithsonian Folklife Festival (2017), and has taught workshops and seminars nationally and internationally. In 2023, he relocated Roda Movements to Wheaton, MD and traveled with students to Brazil for the first International Anga Capoeira Encounter.

Learn more at www.rodamovements.com


Find out more - Report made by "the Washington Post".

Our Instructors

Instructor Jonathan Tivadi (Paulista)

Instructor Jonathan Tivadi (Paulista)

Instructor Jonathan Tivadi (Paulista)

Instructor Chris Odunsaya (Lagarto)

Instructor Jonathan Tivadi (Paulista)

Instructor Jonathan Tivadi (Paulista)

Instructor Donifan Barahona

Instructor Jonathan Tivadi (Paulista)

Instructor Donifan Barahona

Angela Gonzalez - Gymnastics Coach

Capoeira Maryland - Batizado Nov 2022

ANGA Capoeira Maryland, USA Nov 2021.

Batizado in which Hakim got his cord of Contramestre.



ANGÁ's Belt System

In Capoeira, the 'rope' ('corda') that is worn around the waist  represents one's level and responsibilities as a capoeirista. We get the  rope during the 'Batizado' or baptism, which is held annually in the  fall. It's a great festival that brings together the Masters and  Teachers from several countries. After a week of workshops and capoeira  circles, our guests play with each student and tie their new belts on  during a spectacular show to which relatives and friends are invited.

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Anga Capoeira Graduation System

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ANGÁ CAPOEIRA MARYLAND, DC, VA - RODA MOVEMENTS

11226 Triangle Lane, Silver Spring, Maryland 20902, United States

202-679-5149

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Feat Roda Movements and Roberto Tapia (Contramestre Hakim)

Thank you!

On March 1st, 2015, Anga Capoeira Maryland held its 19th Capoeira event.

Dear students, teachers, parents, and sponsors,

Thank you for making this event a success! Your dedication, support, and generosity keep this tradition alive. This celebration was only possible because of you.  Obrigado- Axé!

Roda Movements.

Thanks to our sponsors for support our Capoeira event 2025

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