2025-11-25T15:52:27.193Z

Great experience with even greater people who eventually become like family. There’s always someone to guide you to grow and seeing the growth is motivating. Very strong community, extremely welcoming, and amazing people I can’t wait to go back ✨.

2025-11-24T13:33:12.654Z

My sister and I joined CBNY in 2021 at the end of the year. We were professional dancers just looking to train in the movement cause we loved it. We gained so much more than just that. We were given community, culture, creativity and discipline. It has changed my life for the better. The lessons I learned in the classroom apply to my life everyday. It was also really good for my condition of Sickle Cell. The physicality and breathing required let the blood in my body flow freely while developing strength I never knew was obtainable before. The use of your voice while since with others and expanding of my brain learning a new instrument/language. It’s all priceless in my heart. I’m forever grateful

2025-11-22T17:45:54.382Z

Our kids love the Capoeira Classes with Mestra Joy, as she brings a combination of physical activity, music, communication skills, community and team work, in a fun and playful way, while building their confidence, strength and flexibility. She has many years of professional experience teaching sports and martial arts and has a unique ability to adapt to the needs of each student!

2025-11-22T17:33:11.399Z

I have had the fortune of being part of the Capoeira Brasil community that Mestra Joy have created and fostered over several years and the kids class is a testimony of the outstanding dedication, superb educational skills tailored to every student, the strong sense community and the empowering and fun athmosphere that characterizes Mestra Joy's approach and the teachers that lead both adults and kids class. My children have been training with Mestra Joy and they love it! the classes foster their confidence, physical skills and movement, while also teaching music and team work along with learning Portuguese. I recommend this for any age and skill level, adults and children always have a blast!

2025-11-18T00:17:58.720Z

Joy is an awesome teacher. She is so informative, her classes are always fun, and she really knows the art inside and out. It shows in every class.This community will make you feel welcome and supported. People help each other out and celebrate progress together. overall, the academy brings great energy.

2025-11-14T17:22:05.415Z

I can’t recommend Capoeira Training Center highly enough. The group is super welcoming and friendly. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced mover, you’ll feel seen, encouraged, and part of the group. And the group is just plain cool.PLUS, this is a great way to get/stay fit. The classes are a great mix of cardio, flexibility strength - but it doesn't feel like just doing a boring set of reps since it's a martial art / dance (hard to categorize)What really sets this school apart is Mestra Joy’s pedagogy. Her classes are always interesting, always bringing a new angle, and she does a good job meeting students where they are to build their confidence. She fosters a safe space to experiment, to fail, to improve.

2025-11-04T16:06:19.904Z

Capoeira Training Center consistently exceeds my expectations. As a new transplant to NYC, I was searching for a space where I could both deepen my movement practice and find community. This studio has become my home away from home. Mestra Joy is an incredibly skilled and dedicated teacher who challenges her students to grow not only in their movement but also in music and cultural understanding. Her students reflect her warmth and dedication, I always have so much fun with them. I’m so grateful to have found this space and highly recommend it!

2025-10-27T13:17:46.262Z

Mestre Joy is an incredible teacher and practitioner. She is professional, knowledgeable, and truly passionate about what she does. Highly recommend giving Capoeira a try with her!