Stepping into Academia Axé is like entering a different time. The focus here is unwavering: Capoeira Angola in its most authentic form. Under Mestre Carcará's four decades of experience, students learn the slow, cunning, and deeply musical game that is the foundation of all Capoeira.

The 2026 expansion isn't about more square footage, but deeper immersion. The new "Sala da Roda" features a sprung floor perfect for low, grounded movements and a dedicated instrument room where students are required to learn to build and play every instrument in the bateria. This is a school for purists and seekers.

Fúria Contemporânea is the beating heart of Clayton's modern Capoeira scene. The energy is electric, the music fast-paced, and the training is intense. This is where athleticism and artistry collide. Contramestra Maré's precise technique combines with Professor Relâmpago's background in parkour and tricking to create a dynamic, innovative style.

Their 2026 flagship feature is the "Flux Training Grid," a modular training space with adjustable heights for acrobatics, reaction walls, and padded floors for safe exploration of complex sequences. They've also integrated biometric feedback in advanced classes, helping students understand their movement efficiency in real-time.

Casa da Roda is a unique experiment in Clayton's Capoeira landscape. Founded by a group of graduados from different groups tired of stylistic politics, it's a neutral ground built on respect and exchange. The space is rented by the hour to different instructors and hosts open rodas where Angola, Regional, and Contemporânea players flow in the same circle.

In 2026, they're launching the "Interstyle Dialogue" series: monthly workshops where two instructors from different lineages co-teach, exploring the contrasts and connections between their approaches. The space itself is raw, artistic, and filled with murals of Capoeira legends, fostering a sense of being part of a larger, ongoing conversation.