CAPOEIRA DE OUROU S A

Capoeira De Ouro – Des Moines, Iowa

Capoeira classes
in Des Moines, IA.

Movement, music and community in Des Moines and the surrounding area. Discover the practice and find your place in the circle.

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Capoeira movement in a roda; illustrative photo for the Des Moines page

Your local community

Come curious.
Start together.

Capoeira De Ouro – Des Moines welcomes you to explore a practice where movement and music belong together.

Discover Capoeira in Des Moines through movement, rhythm and learning alongside others.

Plan your first visit

Class information

Schedule & location

Class times
Kids Classes:
Mondays & Wednesdays: 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Saturdays: 9:30am - 11:15am
Adult Classes:
Mondays & Wednesdays: 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Saturdays: 11:30am - 1:00pm
*Contact local instructor for class specific ages.*
Training venue
Legacy In Motion Academy
315 E 5th St. Des Moines, Iowa
Class pricing
Contact local Instructor for class pricing.

Please confirm the venue and class time with the local group before traveling.

Adult classes

Explore the fundamentals of movement, partner practice and music.

To be added: adult class schedule and enrollment information

Children & youth

https://www.capoeiradsm.com/capoeira

Local leadership

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Meet your local instructor for Capoeira De Ouro – Des Moines.

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What to expect

Come ready to learn at your own pace. You may encounter new movements, Portuguese songs and the rhythm of the berimbau — no need to know them all before beginning.

Let your instructor know about any relevant needs so you can discuss how to participate.

A first look

Movement & music

Illustrative Capoeira gathering; Des Moines group photos to be added

Illustrative Capoeira photography. Local group photos and video will be added here.

Before you join

A few common questions.

Do I need experience to start?

No. Beginners can start with basic movements, rhythm and the practice of learning with a partner. You do not need to arrive knowing acrobatics.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothing that lets you move is a good starting point. Confirm footwear and any group-specific requirements with your local instructor before attending.

What happens in a first class?

A typical introduction may include a warm-up, basic steps and movements, partner practice, and music. The exact class format will be confirmed by each local group.

Can children take part?

The Ocala group offers children’s classes. Age ranges and current schedules still need to be added. Children’s class availability in Kalamazoo, St. Louis and Des Moines will be confirmed.

How much does a class cost?

Class prices and trial-class arrangements have not been provided yet. They will be listed by location once confirmed.

Des Moines, Iowa

Let’s get you started.

Use the local email below to ask about classes and registration.

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