--- title: "The Roda: Experience Capoeira Community & Music in India" description: "Join the Roda at Capoeira Academy. Experience the rhythm, music, and playful Brazilian martial art of Capoeira in Bengaluru and Mumbai. Beginners welcome to play." canonical: https://mytribe.in/capoeira-academy-india/capoeira-classes-for-adults/the-roda-the-heart-of-the-game last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # The Roda: Experience Capoeira’s Heart in India Tribe Verified · Active Capoeira community in Bengaluru & Mumbai By [Capoeira Academy](https://mytribe.in/capoeira-academy-india) · Classes at Domlur, New BEL Road (Bengaluru) & Juhu (Mumbai) · ₹800 per session (estimate) Part of [Capoeira Classes for Adults](https://mytribe.in/capoeira-academy-india/capoeira-classes-for-adults). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/capoeira-academy-india/capoeira-classes-for-adults/gallery) The Roda is where our practice comes to life. It is a circle of energy, music, and playful movement where you don't just learn moves—you engage in a real, live conversation with your partner. ## Photos and videos - [Video: The Roda is where we bring everything together: the music, the moves, and the Axé (positive energy). Watch two of our members play, responding to each other's movements in a fluid, unscripted game.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/148e495b-eecf-4351-af6b-6422a28afb8c) - [Video: Here in the park, two students engage in a Capoeira game, demonstrating the flow and interaction we teach. One student executes a low escape while the other performs a kick, showcasing the dynamic conversation of movement.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0087f62f-8363-4a4e-bfd9-0d959dafa395) - [Video: A snapshot from our Batizado event, showing a game between two experienced practitioners. Notice the focus and respect as they exchange movements, a key aspect of the Capoeira philosophy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d7de5a3-f768-4271-b9de-607e5fd30230) - [Video: A throwback to a previous Batizado, our annual grading ceremony. The Roda is filled with energy as students and teachers gather to play, celebrate progress, and share their passion for the art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/29013f8b-b62c-4d99-a43e-27ae35a3086d) - [Video: Two of our female students playing in the Roda. Capoeira is for everyone, and we foster an environment where all members feel empowered to express themselves and test their skills in a friendly game.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4d12eac5-0174-4c67-96ba-5b94993a4800) - ![This image captures a moment of connection and play inside the Roda. It’s not about fighting; it’s a conversation between two people, using the language of Capoeira.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/51235de4-a444-4802-a602-c89dc1c00fad) - [Video: A glimpse into our workshop and Roda highlights. You can see the instructor guiding the flow of the game, while the bateria (musicians) provides the essential rhythm.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6705647c-c89d-433a-88ab-5c33433c19da) - [Video: Senior students lead the bateria while teachers play an amazing game in the Roda. This shows the full circle of learning, where students grow to become leaders in our community.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/6dfde96d-1adc-43cf-93ee-3edaca1ce835) - [Video: The Roda is where our soul ignites. This is where we move, play, and grow together as a family, with every clap and song adding to the collective energy.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/71eb72b9-8d48-453e-88ca-fc3f197f6df9) - [Video: An outdoor Roda in a public space, sharing the art of Capoeira with the wider community. We believe in making Capoeira accessible and visible to everyone.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/72e65802-45f8-4b4f-854e-3e2a95d47061) - [Video: Highlights from our Batizado, where the energy is at its peak. A student executes a dynamic acrobatic move in the center of the Roda, showcasing their skill and confidence.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a006825d-5c72-4ead-8a7f-2aa1969794cc) - [Video: A classic Capoeira game between our instructor and a student. This interaction is a perfect example of the call-and-response nature of the Roda, blending attack and defense seamlessly.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bdda7fe4-40a7-4254-b432-9cb1a28cdc30) - [Video: This is what it's all about: teachers honoring the game and students holding the rhythm. Our Batizado event brings our entire Capoeira family together for a day of celebration.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bee748ee-30ca-46ba-a390-b872c8142b17) - [Video: A moment of takedown and escape during a game at our Batizado. This highlights the martial art aspect of Capoeira, where strategy and quick thinking are just as important as physical skill.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/de310c1b-12ba-4fef-905f-5a8c1bc38193) - ![A beautiful moment of play and mutual respect in the Roda. The smiles on our students' faces show the joy and friendship that are central to our practice.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e12b1bb4-3a14-4608-b6e2-8d437e56d3cc) - [Video: Two female students playing in the Roda, surrounded by the bateria. This clip captures the power and grace of our Capoeiristas.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f1c81b2f-a30e-4bea-bfb5-d3e69248c0d2) - [Video: A game between two of our teachers, showcasing a high level of skill, speed, and creativity. Their play is an inspiration for all our students.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/f4b88ecc-5eab-4ca8-b73e-a83fe27560b0) - [Video: A Friday night Roda in our Bangalore studio. The lyrics in the background, "If you call me, I'll go to Capoeira," perfectly capture our passion and dedication to the art.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/fd500314-50f3-44ed-aa40-d7988704ab27) ## About The Roda: The Heart of the Game In the Roda, the music drives the game. The *berimbau* (musical bow) dictates the speed—whether the game is fast and aggressive or slow and strategic—so you learn to listen with your body as much as your eyes. It is not about fighting; it is about playing, reacting, and finding your own flow within the circle. ### More Than Just a Martial Art When we step into the Roda, we aren't there to win a fight. We are there to exchange energy. The Roda is the heart of every class at the academy. It is a circle where the *bateria* (our group of musicians) sits, playing instruments like the *pandeiro* and the *atabaque* to create a rhythm that dictates the mood of the game. ### Why You Will Fit In I often see new students hesitate because they think they need to be acrobats to join the circle. That is not the case. We welcome all levels. You might start by just clapping, learning the songs in Portuguese, or playing in the circle with a partner who guides you through the basic *ginga* (sway) and simple escapes. ### The Role of Axé Everything we do revolves around *Axé*—our word for positive, collective energy. When you enter the Roda, you are supported by the group. We clap, we sing, and we watch each other, which pushes you to try moves you might not attempt on your own. It is a space where strangers become friends through shared movement. ### What to Expect - **Music First:** We spend time learning to play the instruments before we move. You will learn the rhythm of the game first. - **Real Interaction:** Unlike solo martial arts, this is a dialogue. You will learn to anticipate your partner's moves and respond with grace. - **Community Growth:** From our annual Batizado grading to our regular sessions in Bangalore and Mumbai, the community is what keeps us training. ## About Capoeira Academy I’m Ravi, and I’ve been living and breathing Capoeira since I was 14. For me, the Roda isn't a performance; it’s a living classroom where we learn how to play, adapt, and connect with people from all walks of life. 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