Gingarte Capoeira Chicago, Chicago

Brazilian native Mestra Marisa Cordeiro’s hard work at a prestigious capoeira academy in Sao Paulo paid off—she is now one of the highest-ranking female capoeiristas in the world. She brings this expertise to Gingarte Capoeira Chicago, where she has been introducing students to the acrobatic blend of martial arts and dance since 1991. Here, she and a team of experienced and qualified instructors have established a loyal foundation of more than 100 students—some of whom have been at the studio since its inception—and welcome newbies with classes for those of all ability levels.