Our Story
Rooted in Afro-Brazilian tradition, Capoeira blends martial arts, dance, acrobatics, and rhythm in a way that’s expressive, inclusive, and deeply transformational.
Whether you’re a child, adult, beginner, or experienced mover—everyone has a place in the roda. We focus especially on reaching those who face barriers to movement and culture, creating opportunities for personal growth, social connection, and vibrant well-being.
Capoeira 4 Scotland (C4S) didn’t start with a plan to be the biggest or the boldest. It started with a spark — a deep love for Capoeira, a calling to share it, and a belief that this powerful Afro-Brazilian art could change lives right here in Scotland.
That belief hasn’t changed. But everything else has grown.
Tucum: Strong as Iron, Rooted in Purpose
We are proud to represent the Tucum Capoeira lineage, founded by Mestre Papa-Léguas. Tucum means more than just a name – it symbolises strength, healing, communality, and integrity. Like the wood it’s named after, Tucum Capoeira is strong, flexible, and woven into everything we do.
We carry these values in our classes, in our music, and in the way we treat each other – with respect, honesty, and joy.
Our team now includes incredible coaches like Maciej, Andrew, Corin, Naia, Maya, and our assistant coaches who started as students and grew into mentors and young leaders who are shaping the next generation of capoeiristas. We’ve taught in schools, universities, refugee programmes, cultural festivals and communities across Scotland.
We’ve run workshops, community events, and Capoeira camps for kids who’ve never experienced anything like it.
And we’re just getting started.
Because we know music heals.
Because we believe movement should be meaningful.
Because community changes lives.
Because Capoeira is too powerful to be kept behind closed doors.
