1. Know the difference between and acknowledge the different rhythms and types of Songs

2. The Gunga is the lead Berimbau – it sets the tone and rhythm for the game. The medio can also lead depending the arrangement

3. The person playing the Berimbau (and singing) is the one in control of the roda. 4. The transition from one student passing on an instrument to another should be

almost unnoticeable. Change only one instrument at a time. 5. You must sing and clap with energy in the roda (This is not optional) 6. You must learn how to play instruments in order to advance… Never put down an

instrument while the roda is in progress. It must be passed... 7. For a Regional roda use, 1 Berimbau (Medio or Viola) and 2 pandeiros. For a

traditional or Angola roda use three berimbaus (Gunga/Berra Boi, Medio/Viola, Viola/Violinha), 2 pandeiros, 1 atabaque, 1 agogo and 1 reco reco).

8. Always be aware of your surroundings while playing in the roda and maintain the shape of the roda

9. Only a teacher can stop the music in the roda 10. Always Squat at the Pe do Berimbau (entrance where the instruments are) before

entering the roda. Ask permission from the leader to enter the roda 11. Shake hands whenever possible after a game with the other capoeirista. Especially

when someone gets hurt in the roda. 12. Never buy out a teacher or another student in a higher level, buy the game with

them until they are done playing. 13. QUESTIONS should be asked after the roda and there is no other talking to

other students in the roda14. If you are late to class stand on the side of the room and wait for

acknowledgement for the instructor or assistants before entering class and say Salve Capoeira when entering the floor

15. Greet others when at school – COMMON COURTESY!! 16. You should wear white abadas, corda, and group t-shirt for all classes. This is a

requirement for events inside and outside of the Academy17. The teachers of schools should be addressed by their title (Graduado, Monitor,

Formado, Professor, Estagario, Contremestre, Mestrando(a), Mestre, etc). Other instructors may also be comfortable with being called by their Capoeira name only; however, you should check with that instructor what he or she prefers.

18. I prefer that you call me Gaivota. 19. You should know and address each student by their Capoeira Name 20. Never fight during demonstrations or public rodas and try to avoid sweeps. 21. You should support your group through: Demonstrations, Purchasing equipment,

Attending events, Being the best student you can be - Train hard – 100%, NO MATTER WHAT at all times.

Traditions & Etiquette If you arrive late to class. Wait at the side of the room to be acknowledged by the

teacher. Say “salve” when entering the floor. Line up in size order and cordel order when saying the saudacao. Train in class with cordels in front of the room and going first for drills.

The person playing the Berimbau (and singing) is the one in control of the roda. You must sing and clap with energy in the roda You must learn how to play instruments in order to advance to the next cord. Never put down an instrument while the roda is in progress. It must be passed to

another person. Always be aware in the roda and maintain the shape of the roda Always Squat at the Pe do Berimbau (foot of the Berimbau) before entering the

roda, and ask permission from the leader to enter the roda Shake hands whenever possible after a game with the other capoeirista Never buy out a teacher, buy the ame with them to allow them to play until they

stop. Questions can be asked at any time during class or after the roda and there should

be no talking to other students during the roda You should wear a clean uniform to class (abada, corda, and group t-shirt) This is

a requirement for events and workshops.

Green Yellow Never fight or play to win during demonstrations. It is best to show Capoeira by

playing a beautiful game. You do not look good in the roda by making your partner look bad. You should support your group through: demonstrations, shows, attending events,

etc. Be the best student you can be by training hard – 100%, at all times. Teachers of schools should be addressed by their title (Graduado, Formado,

Professor, Estagario, Monitor, Contremestre, Mestrando, Mestre, etc). Only an teacher (or leader) can stop the music in the roda When playing Regional (traditionally) use, 1 berimbau and 2 pandeiros. When playing Angola use a full batteria (three berimbaus (gunga, medio, and

viola), 2 pandeiros, 1 atabaque, 1 agogo and 1 reco-reco. The transition from one student passing on an instrument to another should be

almost unnoticeable. Change only one instrument at a time and never during an Angola game. The Gunga is the lead Berimbau, it sets the tone and rhythm for the game. The Medio can also lead depending the arrangement Know the difference between and acknowledge the different rhythms and types of

songs

Teachers Introduce new students in the beginning of class Saldacao at the end of adult class and twice during kids class.

Creating Comfort in the Teaching EnvironmentNew Students

Old Students