Brazilian Martial Arts In Mississauga
Capoeira
The adults and kids classes in Mississauga are focused on gaining strength, agility and total body control through learning the Martial Art of Capoeira.
This martial art incorporates elements of self defence, acrobatics music and dance. New students can expect to learn and practice basic movements such as the “ginga” as well as other simple moves to develop a base before moving on to more complex ones.
On top of physical training, students learn how to speak and sing songs in Portuguese and play tradition Capoeira instruments such as the Berimbau, Pandeiro and Atabaque. Try out a Capoeira class at our Mississauga location today.
All levels are welcome!
The Coach
Mike Soltysiak – Head instructor
Mike Soltysiak AKA Pulga is the head capoeira instructor at Zero Gravity Martial Arts & Fitness. He has been training Capoeira since 2003 and martial arts since the age of 4. Over the years he has travelled to several cities in North America and Brazil to compete and participate in many workshops led by well-known Mestres and Professors.
Besides his training in Capoeira, he is a certified personal trainer and has several years of experience in other martial art disciplines such as MMA and Kyokushin Karate. He currently trains under Marcos “Paraiba” Martins, the found and head teacher of Capeoira Bamba.
In 2011, Mike opened up an academy decicated to Capoeira but since then it has evolved to something much greater. He has a vision to create the ultimate facility where getting fit is a consequence of doing what you love.
Our Team
Here are some friendly faces you will see around the academy!
Emilly “Jacare”
Admin & Instructor
Emilly is great with children and beginners, you will see Emilly helping out with most lessons around the gym.
Andres “Plural”
Admin & Instructor
Andres has been training Capoeira for almost two decades. He also runs our Capoeira fundamentals program.
All memberships include
Conditioning classes
We offer complimentary online and in studio conditioning classes 4 times week with all memberships.
Open floor access
Come in on the weekends and train with us at your own tempo. Use our unique equipment and level up your training!
Unlimited training
Practice makes progress, put in the time and enjoy the rewards.
Team Bamba
Our Mission
Our mission is to have a positive influence in our team member’s life, mood, confidence and overall state. Every class you must aim to positively affect at least one person, whether it be with a handshake, a hug, a smile, or words encouraging them to push harder and not give up. It’s our responsibility to make each other leave class feeling better than we did when we walked in. We train hard and push each other to be stronger,
physically, mentally and emotionally.