On 14,15 and 16 May we had the European games in Brussels, led by Mestre Nago. Our trainer Ponteira became first in the competition on green cords level. Jóia got through at the first rounds and ended up in a tie break, which was decided during an extra round. Pedra, who couldn't play because the games were held from Orange level and up: "We had a good training and accommodation. If I reach Orange next year, I'll surely join the comptetion". Well, same here!
Just like last year, many Capoeristas of the surrounding countries came to our Batizado weekend. Mestranda Lima led the workshops with great precision and enthusiasm. She has prepared us well for our Batizado!
This year our Batizado will be lead by Mestranda Edna Lima. Capoeristas are welcome to join our workshops on friday 12 and saturday 13 March. On sunday everybody is welcome to join us in the Batizado where we will change ropes. Download flyer
On the 9th of January we had our New Years Roda in the gymnasium at the Schiedamse Vest. Thanks to all members, guests and parent who made it a wonderfull day.
During the Chrismas holiday all classes will continue. The only days that the classes will be cancelled are the following: 25, 26 December, 1 and 2 Januari. On 8 January there won’t be a class either, because of the New Years roda on the 9th of January.
Next to Ponteira and Neguinho, we now have a new trainer: professor Esquilo. He is a very experienced and complete capoerista. He wonthe Brasilian Championship in 1997 and wrote many famous Capoeira songs.
During the weekend of 20-22 March ABADÁ Capoeira Netherlands held the Dutch Batizado 2009. Many capoeristas from Germany, France, Belgium, Portugal, Swiss and, of course Brasil joined us in our annual event. Mestrando Charm directed many workshops on Friday and Saturday and the Batizado on Sunday.
