Cultivate Serenity

Blend Afro-Brazilian and Buddhist traditions. Observe the rites and rituals of Capoeira and Ānāpānasati ("mindfullness of breathing") for six months. Then collaborate with Zumbi [and the rest of the class] on plans to conclude the course practicing Ānāpānasati under the tutelage of a revered Burmese meditation master in Thailand for two weeks. That's been Contramestre Zumbi's ambition since 2011. Certainly, not all students choose to work on (or attend) the retreat. It's optional. Feel free to abstain. Meditation retreats are beneficial, but Zumbi takes no offense if you are only drawn to Capoeira practice.

You choose! Playing Capoeira is fun. Mastering it keeps us in great physical shape and improves our mood. When combined with meditation [to cultivate serenity] we are able to take our physical and mental wellbeing to the next level. At least that's how wellbeing is evolving for Zumbi. Want to evolve too?