This year, we proudly celebrate over 25 years of Capoeira legacy in the greater Arizona area—a testament to the strength, culture, and community of this incredible art form. Representing the unity of our Capoeira communities in Tucson, Phoenix, Mesa, and beyond, this event is all about celebrating our students, young and old, the heart and soul of our journey.
Hosted by Mestre Besouro, Professor Pavão, Professora Mucura, Monitor Primeo, and the rest of the AZUCA Family, this weekend will be unforgettable!
Expect a weekend filled with: Capoeira workshops with esteemed Mestres
Rodas to showcase skills and energy
Graduation ceremonies for students earning their new cordões
Cultural performances and festivities
Whether you’re a seasoned Capoeirista or new to the art, this event is for everyone who values tradition, community, and the beautiful game of Capoeira. Let’s honor our students, our teachers, and the enduring legacy of Capoeira together!
We are seeking support for our programming in the form of sponsorships, gift cards, non-perishable food, water bottles, and other small, healthy snacks for our upcoming events this year. These donations will help to support our community education and cultural enrichment activities throughout Southern Arizona, including:
2025 Batizado and Troca de Cordas Event: Featuring world class instruction and entertainment, Special guests, instructors, and graduated students travel from around the world to this event to participate in seminars, rodas, performances, and the batizado/graduation ceremony itself.
Youth Programs: Our group has been working with children in Arizona for more than 25 years. The benefits of Capoeira for children is not only the historical, linguistic, musical, and cultural aspects, but also in the physical qualities it helps develop: balance, motor coordination, speed, and strength, as well as the discipline of traditional martial arts.
Community Outreach: Tucson Capoeira Arizona has conducted countless workshops, performances, and residency programs for Arizona elementary and secondary schools, colleges and universities, corporations, sports teams, churches and charity organizations. We are favored performers with avid followers at multicultural festivals, street fairs and other events throughout the state.
We would be immensely grateful for your support
Sincerely,
Bryan Castle
Movement Culture Owner & Cultural Director
(520) 520.603.8043 // bryan.castle@movementaz.org
