Maori fire dance), joined in the revelry. The Brazilian Embassy has also played a vital role in ensuring the success of the event. Over the years, the celebration has become larger and larger. In 2009, we not only had Capoeira workshops but incorporated Portuguese Lessons, Samba and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (led by local schools). Last year, we even brought in a professional Samba dancer from abroad to teach a workshop.
It has become evident that the Philippines is quickly becoming the hub for Brazilian/Capoeira culture in Asia. With guests from all over the world coming just for this event, we are connecting the world with love. Check out last year’s footage prepared by Pelicola.tv Also check out www.ebcphilippines.com for more info about the event.
So, what are the plans for this year? We are having around 10 guests from all over the world to teach various Capoeira and Samba/Afro-dance workshops on March 2-3. Together with Rockwell (who has been supporting the event since the beginning), on the evening of March 4, we will be having our own Carnaval celebration at the Rockwell Tent. And to cap it all off we will be having the EBC Philippines’ Batizado (Capoeira graduation ceremony) on Sunday morning.
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