Harmony Movement: Capoeira
8 – 11 August 2025
Looking for a retreat that brings together movement, music, and dance in a beautiful natural setting? Join us in Poręba Wielka, Małopolska, Poland, for Harmony movement – a weekend with capoeira angola, acro-yoga and dance. Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or just starting out, these weekends are designed for anyone who loves to move, connect, and explore new ways of expression.
This weekend is perfect for those interested in deepening their practice or trying something new. With workshops in Capoeira Angola and Acro-Yoga, you’ll experience the harmony between two dynamic forms of movement. Both arts share a focus on balance, connection, and rhythm, making them the perfect pairing for a weekend of exploration.
What to expect
- Community-driven angola-style trainings for capoeira practitioners
- Capoeira angola introductions for those, who are new to this style with Finhinho and Retada of Angoleiros do Mar Brussels
- Angola-style rodas
- Discovery sessions for beginners curious about AcroYoga
- Massage workshops
- Dance workshops
Our flexible program allows you to choose which activities suit you best when you register, so whether you’re an advanced practitioner or just dipping your toes into these practices.
Picture by Joao Santos
Capoeira Angola is the traditional, more ritualistic style of capoeira. Its games are full of symbolic movements, subtle strategy, and deep musical and philosophical expression.
In Capoeira Angola, movements tend to be close to the floor, with crouching, crawling, and sneaky attacks. There’s a strong emphasis on malícia—players often fake moves or set traps. Outsmarting your partner is more important than overpowering them.
The roda is smaller, creating an intimate space where each movement counts. The game is seen more as a conversation between players than a fight, guided by the rhythm of the berimbau and the voices of the roda. On the video above Finhinho plays with Junior and treinel Bertille at weekly roda of Mestre Djop Barbosa in Brussels.
Finhinho is a capoeirista from Chile who’s been training with Angoleiros do Mar since 2024. He spent several years as the vice-president of Angoleiros do Mar Bruxelles, helping to grow the group and keep the energy strong. Over the years, he’s traveled all over Europe for Capoeira Angola festivals, learning from a bunch of mestres and contra-mestres along the way. You’ll often find him at the rodas of Mestre Djop with Escola de Capoeira, and he’s been sharing his passion by teaching young people in Brussels and nearby areas.
Retada, also known as Agnieszka, has been training Capoeira Angola with Angoleiros do Mar since 2014. She’s been part of many festivals across Europe, always eager to learn and connect through the art. Like Finhinho, she’s a regular at Mestre Djop’s rodas with Escola de Capoeira. Outside the roda, Retada brings her movement background into play—she’s a contemporary dance instructor, forrozeira and now also teaches fusion dance, blending styles and rhythms in her own unique way.
| Capoeira Angola is a traditional Afro-Brazilian martial art that blends movement, music, and ritual. Unlike the faster and more competitive style of Capoeira Regional, Capoeira Angola emphasizes slow, deliberate movements and acrobatic elements, close-to-the-ground play, and rich cultural traditions. Its focus on rhythm, improvisation, and the fluid interaction between players creates a shared language of movement that highlights connection between participants and creativity. | AcroYoga is a playful and dynamic practice that combines elements of acrobatics, yoga, and therapeutic movement. It emphasizes balance, trust, and connection between partners, often involving lifts, inversions, and counterbalances. The practice nurtures physical strength and flexibility while encouraging a sense of shared exploration and communication between participants, making it a highly social and interactive experience. |
Practical Details
Location:
Poręba Wielka, Małopolska, Poland. The selected hostel is located close to Gorce National Park (200m) and Gorce thermal pools (50m), providing both an inspiring natural setting and leisure facilities. The location is accessible from Kraków, which is 60 km away (approx. 1-hour drive).
Accommodation & Meals:
You’ll stay in a cozy hostel that can accommodate up to 35 people, with shared rooms and private bathrooms. The weekend is fully catered, with delicious meals provided in the canteen—everything’s covered, so you can focus on the experience.
Transportation:
Public Transport:
Poręba Wielka is accessible by public transport from Krakow, with approximately three buses per day to Mszana Dolna and then mini-buses.
Carpooling:
Organizers will facilitate carpooling where possible, using participant lists to encourage shared travel.
Tickets
Harmony Movement (3 days)
- Early Bird: 175 EUR, limited quantity, until the end of April,
- Regular ticket: 195 EUR, until the end of June,
- Late ticket: 215 EUR.
Harmony Chill and Movement (6 days)
- Early Bird: 325 EUR, limited quantity, until the end of April,
- Regular ticket: 365 EUR, until the end of June,
- Late tickets: 405 EUR.
Pictures by Joao Santos
Extras
Harmony Chill: 11th–14th August
Join us for Harmony Chill, a 3-day retreat right after the Harmony Movement. We will stay at the same venue, surrounded by mountains, the Gorce National Park, and near a spa with water of healing qualities. Accommodation and meals are included, and the rest is up to us—we’ll keep it simple, with self-organized activities to make the most of the setting.
You will be able to register to Harmony Chill alongside your registration to Harmony Movement.
Harmony Fusion: 14th–17th August
Harmony Movement weekend will be followed up by Harmony Fusion weekend. Harmony Fusion will be focused around fusion dance and will take place on 14-17 August. You can stay for both weekends and experience the full range of what we have to offer. Dive deep into the world of capoeira angola and acro-yoga one weekend, and then transition into the expressive, creative world of Fusion Dance the next. Check it out: https://fusion-circus.com/events/harmony-fusion-2025/
Contact
Got any questions, suggestions, or want to collaborate? Contact Marcin Wosinek at marcin.wosinek@gmail.com, or by WhatsApp at +34 608 73 92 32.