Master Nestor Capoeira
Master Nestor Capoeira was iniciated by Master Leopoldina, graduated from the Senzala Group under Master Preguiça in 1969. One of the pioneers in taking capoeira abroad, he has given lessons throughout the years in numerous countries around the world.

Master Nestor Capoeira is also one of the most well known authors of capoeira books, including The Little Capoeira Book, one of the few capoeira books written in English. He taught capoeira in Europe for a number of years but is now primarily based in Rio de Janeiro.

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