Workshops and after-school clubs delivered by DBS checked coaches. Curriculum aligned, culturally rich, and designed to keep every child engaged from start to finish.
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Who we are
We are based in Essex and East London, delivering Capoeira workshops and after-school clubs to primary schools across the region. The club is directed by Rui De Sousa (Professor Molinha) and Maya Walters, and delivered by a growing team of experienced, DBS checked Capoeira coaches.
Our coaches are known for their ability to connect with children of all ages and abilities. Sessions are structured and purposeful while staying genuinely fun from start to finish. Children do not realise how much they are learning.
We are part of the wider Capoeira Club network, with sister schools in North London, Croydon, Leeds and Italy. Our long-term aim is to bring high-quality Capoeira coaching to as many East London and Essex schools as possible, with a coaching team built to deliver consistently at every location.
What we offer
Enrichment workshops and after-school clubs. Both work as standalone offerings, and many schools grow the workshop into a regular club once they see how the children respond.
One-off or short programme sessions tied to your school calendar. Black History Month, Children's Mental Health Week, Carnival Experience and more. Delivered by our experienced coaching team, all equipment provided.
Regular weekly sessions run directly at your school by one of our coaches. Breakfast, lunch or after-school. Term programmes with clear progression, grading events and a strong sense of belonging for every child.
Enrichment workshops
Each programme is tailored to your school's objectives and year groups. All materials and equipment are provided by us.
Students explore the history of Afro-Brazil through movement, storytelling and traditional rhythm. They discover the origins of Capoeira and the legend of Maculelê. Available as a 90-minute session, full day, or four-week programme with a showcase performance for families.
Movement, music and expression working together to support pupil wellbeing. Inclusive, uplifting and grounded in physical activity. Offered as a one-off workshop or four-week programme.
Children learn Capoeira techniques, Portuguese songs and percussion over six weeks, building confidence and teamwork throughout. The programme ends with a joyful performance celebrating every child's growth.
A programme that builds strength, coordination and self-belief through acrobatic skills. Cartwheels, bridges, handstands, progressed step by step in a safe and inclusive environment. Ends in a showcase performance.
Sessions that support your physical education curriculum. Coordination, agility, balance and cooperative movement, all wrapped in music and rhythm. Well suited to health weeks, active travel days and curriculum enrichment days. Adaptable to your timetable and year groups.
Why schools choose us
Directly supports physical development, coordination and active participation goals within your curriculum.
Every child is encouraged to try, to grow and to feel proud of what they achieve. Shy children find their voice and grow in confidence.
Introduces Afro-Brazilian history, music and culture in an active, engaging way that children genuinely connect with.
Adapted to all abilities and year groups. No child is left out. Every session is designed so every child can participate.
DBS checked, fully insured, all equipment provided. Safeguarding documentation and risk assessments shared in advance. Your team does not need to lift a finger.
Regular clubs and workshops delivered in primary schools across Essex and East London, with consistently strong feedback from head teachers, staff, parents and pupils.
What people say
"Very professional and reliable instructors. The children looked forward to their Capoeira session every week. They loved it."
"For the last four years, my son has been working with Professor Molinha. He became much stronger and more athletic. Molinha is an old soul, very patient with kids. A true master in these modern days."
"It is a real art to keep children as young as two engaged and learning for nearly an hour. There is clearly a lot of thought behind the class structure and it shows."
The simplest next step
No paperwork, no obligation. We come to you, deliver a 20-minute assembly taster with your students, and let the work speak for itself. If it feels right for your school, we can discuss a workshop or regular club from there.
Get in touch using the details below. We agree a date that works for your school, come in and run a session with your pupils. Our safeguarding documents are shared in advance, and there is no obligation to continue.
Get in touch
capoeiraclubessex.co.uk