Longe do Mar (literally: ‘far from the sea’) is an international capoeira group founded in 1998 by Mestre Cigano and Mestra Rosita. It is characterized by an approach to capoeira as an art form. The group's headquarters are located in Mexico City. For further information, click here.
Our capoeira group has been active in Landau (Pfalz) since April 2024, led by Contramestre Biriba Branca and Monitora Sabiá. We offer training suitable for all levels in a friendly, relaxed, and safe atmosphere.
Biriba Branca (David Contreras) began practicing capoeira in 2002 with Mestra Rosita in Mexico City. Passionate about capoeira music, he recorded his first album of original songs in 2019. Since 2020, he has been conducting doctoral research on educational experiences in capoeira. He received the degree of Contramestre from Mestre Acordeon in 2023.
Sabiá (Tiare Huízar) began practicing capoeira in 2010 with Mestre Lobo in Mexico City. Renowned capoeira figures, including Emilia Biancardi, Mestre Acordeon, and Mestre Valmir have praised her vocal performance. In 2019, she participated in the recording of Longe do Mar's debut album. She received the degree of Monitora from Mestre Boca Rica in 2025.