The World Capoeira Federation, organizer of the event, has a number of key goals in the capoeira community - these include the creation of cohesive relations between national organizations and schools, along with obtaining capoeira's inclusion in the list of participating olympic sports. 

for those who want to enter rio wonderful world of dance nd participate in structured classes or events, there are an abundance of dance schools peppered throughout the city, giving private and group classes with qualified instructors, many of whom have extensive experience as teachers and professional dancers.

the escola de dança jaime arôxa ipanema offers intruction in various clasical and modern dance styles - the school also has outposts in several other locations around town including tijuca, botafogo and niterói. it is located in rua visconde de pirajá, and can be contacted via email here, or via phone on 2227.2665. more information regarding their services and schedules is available on the schools website here.

the mission of the república do movimento (republic of movement) aims to 'transform lives by teaching dance' in all of its varied forms and styles, including ballet, calssic ballroom, modern jazz and contemporary dance - with a rich and diverse staff of qualified instructors, informative website and extensive program, the school is a great option for dancers of all abilities.