has been training capoeira since 1999 as a student of Mestre Marcelo Pereira founder of Capoeira Mandinga
(Mestre Marcelo's academy
is located in North Oakland).  
Sumido has been teaching capoeira & representing Capoeira Mandinga throughout Alameda, & with
AEF afterschool enrichment programs in many Alameda schools since 2004.     
  
   Sumido & Capoeira Mandinga Alameda work to create an enjoyable environment to introduce the capoeira world to children and adults alike. Our teaching philosophy encourages active interaction between instructor and student in a playful & respectful manner. Adults are encouraged to develop the basic moves of capoeira at a pace they feel is comfortable for their body while steadily finding new challenges to go beyond one's perceived limitations. During kid's classes, recreational and creative principles are introduced through a variety of fun kids games where the elements of capoeira are incorporated. Through connecting this process to having fun, children learn many important skills including discipline, self confidence and respect.

Instrutor Sumido playing music
with Alameda Mandinga students
after a chance meeting during
kid's soccer practice at Little John Park