WHAT TO DO IN PARATY?
Experience a Capoeira Workshop
or follow a History Walking Tour (read more below)
Learn history, music, physical expression, dance, self-defense and even a new language with Capoeira, the foremost Afro-Brazilian cultural expression recognized as UNESCO's world heritage. This workshop will give you the opportunity to understand Capoeira as a symbol of resistance, freedom and community not only in Brazil, but the world over, while having fun with other fellow travelers.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP

LEARN ITS HISTORY
Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian expression that has been developed since the colonial times as a form of cultural resistance through dance, music, rhythm, and tradition.  Today is also recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

We will discuss its origins, theories and current understanding of this art form.
LEARN THE GAME
Using our bodies, we will create a moment of dialogue between two people by learning the basic movements and reactions of escape and attack within the capoeira stance ginga, always following the rhythm of music.

You will discover why we call it "the art of escaping and fighting with a smile on your face."
LEARN THE MUSIC
The ritualistic roots that have persisted in Afro-Brazilian culture make capoeira look like a dance. Ancient rhythms and instruments play while participants sing, creating Axé, the sacred energy that makes it all happen.

You will learn some basic Portuguese to sing in company of traditional instruments like berimbaus, pandeiros and drums.

WORKSHOP OBJECTIVE

"Roda de Capoeira"

The Capoeira Circle
UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Capoeira is a game about collective connection where two participants challenge each other for fun and not for competition while the rest of the players create the ambience to keep the flow of this game by singing and playing music.

Our objective will be to create a circle or Roda, the quintessential moment of Capoeira, by learning reactions, movements, rhythms, songs and understanding how they work together as a cultural expression and a form of art.

OUR TOURS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME DURING JUNE AND JULY 2023

WORKSHOP TAKES PLACE IN THESE LOCATIONS:

📍Largo do Rosário
Centro Histórico

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BEHIND this church in Comercio St.
Set in the heart of picturesque Paraty, Our Lady of the Rosary and Saint Benedict was the church assigned to the enslaved African population of the city since 1725. 
Behind this historic church, there is a grassy, tree-lined plaza where the meeting for the workshop will take place.

📍Jabaquara Beach
(In front of Sereia do Mar Hostel)

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View of Jabaquara beach.
Walking 20 minutes North from the Historical Center, on the other side of the mountain, you will find Jabaquara, the favorite beach for the locals.
You will find us in front of Sereia do Mar Hostel & Restaurant.

What to bring

  • ​Alcohol in gel or hand sanitizer.
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Sports shoes (or no shoes)
  • Water
  • Towel for sweat
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Friends (Capoeira is more fun with more people)

What else to know

  • The workshop will be as physically demanding as you wish it to be.
  • Capoeira is an art form that tends to put hands on the floor during movements.
  • No previous experience with martial arts, music or dance required.
  • The workshop can be adjusted to any skill level. Capoeira is for everyone!

Other details

  • Duration:  1 to 1.5 hours
  • Languages: English, Spanish and Portuguese
  • We accept all Credit and Debit cards
  • Contact-less payment is available through Paypal or PagSeguro.

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GALLERY

Design Your Custom Private Tour
A Capoeira workshop or a walking tour of the historic center are only the beginning of what we could do together on your visit to Paraty. There is so much more to see and experience, and creating a private custom tour of Paraty is perhaps the best way to fit it all in. We can design a range of experiences that fit your interests, including:
  • Annotated meal at a traditional Brazilian restaurant
  • Nature hikes to waterfalls and rivers
  • Boat ride on the bay of Paraty
  • Visit to an artisanal cachaça distillery 
  • Brazilian food cooking class
  • Brazilian music and rhythms class
  • and many more...

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T E S T I M O N I A L S

“Juanjo provided an outstanding tour of Paraty filled with insightful details on topics including history, architecture, geography, urban design, and music. The big picture overview of the city was also excellent, and the maps and pictures Juanjo brought along added a nice touch. This was a rich and unforgettable experience worthy of more than a five star review!”
Jonathan, Toronto, Canada.
January, 2019
"What a fabulous tour we had with Juan. We are so thrilled that we had this experience, learning many fascinating facts about this wonderful city and country. Juan was fantastic, so passionate, enthusiastic, friendly and knowledgeable, not just with the history for Paraty and Brazil, but he also pointed out interesting historical and architectural details that we certainly wouldn’t have known about had we wandered around ourselves. (You’ll have to go on the tour yourself to find out what these are). Also he recommended great restaurants and other attractions for us to do. Just before Juan took us to a delicious Cachaça tasting, he gave us a brilliantly fun lesson in Capoeira. Highly recommended and definitely worth going. First class tour."
Lindsey, Bristol, UK
August, 2019
"Our tour with JJ was one of the highlights of our trip across Brazil. We thought we had a good understanding of the country’s history. We were wrong. JJ explained everything with great enthusiasm and showed us to hidden corners of the city. He also gave great recommendations for things to do and places to eat. Definitely a must do to appreciate why Paraty is so special."
Jessica, Manchester, England
August, 2019
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