Masterclass
It is with great pleasure and anticipation of a rewarding weekend that I invite all Serbian and Danish grey belts and above to Capoeiraskolen Senzala’s Masterclass in Copenhagen, 28–30 November 2025.
With this gathering, my wish is to strengthen and update our shared understanding of the wider Afro-Brazilian culture that forms the foundation of a grounded and skilful presence in any Capoeira roda. I hope that each of you will be encouraged to realise your full learning potential, and that together we may continue to grow collectively and personally along our Capoeira path.
Contra-Mestre Samurai, son of Mestre Toni, is ogã (drummer) in his Candomblé house and an accomplished practitioner of Samba de Roda. With his humble yet highly competent teaching style, he will share his knowledge with us throughout the weekend.
I will guide you through other essential aspects of your Capoeira journey and share my thoughts about Capoeiraskolen Senzala’s values and future adventures.
Just as importantly, I invite each of you to take responsibility for your own development by preparing a personal learning point in advance. You choose the perspective and depth – whether personal or technical – and together, with support from me and your Capoeira family, we will explore and build on it.
The Masterclass is mandatory for further grading.
I look forward to an inspiring and unforgettable weekend with you all.
With love,
Mestre Steen
Program
Friday
17:00–19:30 – Mestre Steen
Welcome, presentation of personal learning points, Capoeira roda.
20:00–22:00 – Contra-Mestre Samurai
Lecture: Candomblé and its influence on Afro-Brazilian culture.
Saturday
10:00–12:00 – Mestre Steen
Capoeira past, present and future.
12:00–13:00 – Lunch break
13:00–15:00 – Contra-Mestre Samurai
Music class: rhythms and songs – Maculelê, Samba de Roda, Candomblé and their interconnections.
15:30–17:30 – Mestre Steen
Capoeira class: the roda – how to conduct it as both leader and participant.
18:00 – Shared dinner (mandatory for all participants)
Sunday
10:00–13:00 – Contra-Mestre Samurai
Lecture: Samba de Roda
13:00–14:00 – Lunch break
14:00–17:00 – Mestre Steen
Capoeira class – conclusion
Practical information
Price: €100 / 750 DKK (Serbian participants: €60)
Saturday dinner: €20 / 150 DKK
Payment: Upon arrival on 28 November
Location: Capoeiraskolen Senzala
Accommodation: Free at the school (bring a sleeping bag)
Registration deadline: 1 November – steen@senzala.dk