AXÉ CAPOEIRA CHICAGO
International Encounter 2026September 10-13, 2026
Join us for our BIG event of 2026, as we celebrate the dedication and growth of our students at our International Capoeira Encounter alongside the return of our Essence of Brazil performance! The weekend will be filled with music, movement, tradition, and community—as students celebrate progress and earn new cords alongside our special guests.
Axé!
Celebrating Capoeira and Brazilian Culture in Chicago
Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms and rich traditions of Brazil at our International Capoeira Encounter in Chicago, taking place from September 10th to 13th, 2026.
Throughout this exhilarating weekend, participants will have the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities that celebrate the art of capoeira and the beauty of Brazilian culture.
Register Today!Don't miss out on this celebration of passion and community in the world of capoeira and Brazilian culture! Early registration ends SOON! Join us for a weekend filled with excitement, community, and the spirit of Brazil.
Mestre Barrão is the founder and President of Grupo Axé Capoeira Worldwide. He was the first person to bring capoeira to Canada. From there, his group has spread to over 20 countries. He currently resides in Pernambuco, Brazil, and continues to evolve the group’s teachings and methodologies.
Mestre Barrão has achieved the ranking of Grand Master, the greatest honor and ranking one can receive in capoeira. He is one of the most sought-after presences to participate and teach at international capoeira events around the world. Mestre Barrão has recorded 10 Albums of Capoeira music as well as multiple singles. Mestre Barrão has now spread Grupo Axé Capoeira around the world with factions in Canada, Brazil, the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Angola, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Czech Republic, France, Belgium, Portugal, Turkey, Azerbaijan, China, Hong Kong and the Philippines.
With nearly 40 years of dedication to Capoeira, Mestre Pequinês is one of the most respected leaders in the world of Capoeira Contemporânea. Originally from Goiânia, Brazil, he is the founder and worldwide leader of Grupo Capoeira Nagô, established in 2002 under the supervision of Mestre Suíno.
Known for his sharp technique, strong leadership, and charismatic presence, Mestre Pequinês has played a major role in the international growth of Capoeira Nagô. Through workshops, performances, and special appearances at events across the globe, he continues to inspire generations of capoeiristas with his passion, knowledge, and commitment to the art.
Today, Mestre Pequinês remains a highly sought-after guest instructor and honored presence at major international capoeira events worldwide.
Vancouver, BC
Phoenix, AZ
Hong Kong
Miami, FL
Tucson, AZ
Kansas City, MO
Toronto, ON
Vera Cruz, MX
Playa del Carmen, MX
Thursday | September 10
Details Soon...
Friday | September 11
Saturday | September 12
Sunday | September 13
The schedule is subject to Change.
*Late Rates Begin August 27, 2026
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Donate to Support Our Guests:
While registrations cover much of our event expenses, the accommodations for guests, costs of flights, and venues often leave us in the red. Many of our guests have agreed to donate their time to help support this event, but we want to do our best to pay them adequate compensation for their time.
One of our core missions is to adequately compensate all capoeira professionals, who dedicate their lives to mastering this beautiful art form. We believe in uplifting capoeira as a viable profession for these individuals, recognizing their invaluable contributions to preserving and promoting Brazilian culture worldwide.
Your generous donations will directly support our efforts to provide fair compensation to these dedicated professionals, allowing them to continue sharing their knowledge and passion for capoeira with others and opening the doors for future generations to pursue capoeira as a viable profession.
Thank you for supporting our capoeira community!
