Class on Monday 28 July 2008 is cancelled. Instead we will have class on Wed 30 July 2008 at the same time 8.30pm to 10pm at Studio B (basement).
The new Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 was launched in Singapore with the help of two capoeiristas from Bantus Singapore on 8th July 2008.
Claudinho and Tempeiro, clad in black and white respectively, surprised the press when they made their appearance like ninjas popping out of nowhere at Oosh @ Dempsey Road on Tuesday afternoon.
Showcasing their agility and energy against a white box-like cage that held the Lamborghini, our capoeiristas played non-stop to the pulsating beats of club music, before opening the cage to unleash the “beast” that was revving impatiently within.
Our bashful duo posing for my camera after their faces had been airbrushed to perfection by the makeup mestranda (Now we know why celebrities look so good!)
Once the car was unveiled, the press photogs were all over the beauty like ants drawn to a honeypot, snapping away at every possible angle. We could hardly blame them since that sleek white toy came complete with a cool price tag of S$900,000. So drool on!
In the evening, a pair of models, a bodybuilding duo and our two capoeiristas were back in the spotlight to show off some form to depict the beauty, strength and aggressive agility of the Lamborghini.
Ever seen that many Lamborghinis in one carpark?
Naturally, the Lamborghini owners on the island came out in full force that evening to give their nod of approval at the event along with fellow aficionadoes of the superb road machine. C’mon, who doesn’t love a Lamborghini? We certainly do!
Claudinho poses with his favourite Lamborghini.
Our capoeiristas entertaining guests at the Lamborghini launch
To watch the afternoon press launch videoclip, look under Performance Booking.
While waiting for the rest of the crew to send us their pictures from last Saturday’s picnic, here are some shots from my camera. Oi galera! Do we have to wait til Christmas for your pictures? Email them soon!
Our oh-so-delicious cake is baked and decorated by Playmobile www.roomfordessert.com.sg
We had not one but 2 beach rodas!
And Bantus babes in the roda!
Monika, our youngest babe (with her elbow up!) playing with Claudinho in the roda.
Please take note that the class on Friday 11th July 2008 will be cancelled as we have an event that evening.
We are honoured to be asked to perform at our National Orange Ribbon Celebrations this Sunday 6th July which will be launched by the Guest of Honour, Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, Minister for Community Development, Youth and Sports.
This is an important event because Bantus Singapore supports racial harmony. Incidentally, for the last two years, we have had a street roda that commemorates this cause. Since our grupo is like a mini United Nations, we are happy to be officially part of this event. So Bantus members who can make it, please let Tempeiro know. We need your show of support. Come in your abada and white Bantus top.
Time of performance: 9.40am to 9.55am. Venue: State land next to Riverside Point (near Merchant Loop)
Time to thank everyone who has been here since the beginning…you know who you are!
A stroll down memory lane: The original cast of Bantus Singapore (circa 16 Aug 2005) @ the gas station at Barker Road. The chicken pies there were very popular with us!
A big shout to our 3-year-olds: Giraia, Coruja, Lua, Tocha, Tocastor, Pouca Coisa, Indio and Sombra for their longsuffering and loyalty - for bearing with us as we moved from one location to another, and giving us a reason to keep Bantus Singapore going. Thank you for your support and enthusiasm!
With Amarela and Anu - our first expatriate students. Panda (Rod) from Down Under dropped by for a class .
Our first Bantus teenagers! We were an adult class until the dynamic duo joined us. Life has not been the same since they started training with us! We love you guys!
We want to thank Mestre Pintor for saying YES! when we asked if he would take us in and start a Bantus Singapore. We want to thank Claudinho for saying YES! to Mestre who flew him halfway around the world on a one-way ticket from Brasil to Singapore even though he could only speak two words of English! On top of that, he was given only 3 weeks’ notice! We also want to thank Rafael for saying YES! even before we asked for his help (what a guy!) as well as to Coelho and Tataruga (from Bantus KL) for their help (and emotional support!) - you guys were like our midwives(!) Most of all, we want to thank all our students for choosing to train with Bantus Singapore! Three cheers to you!
To celebrate this important day, we decided to invade Sentosa this Saturday 5th July 2008 for a Bantus anniversary picnic.
Where? Tanjong Beach (walk past KM8)
What time? Drop by anytime from 1pm onwards (til the last Bantus member leaves)
Bring your sunblock/sunglasses/mat to put the food and our barang barang/drinking water/swim gear/XTRA set of clothes coz u will get wet/food n drinks for yourself and 2 other persons/shower stuff
Plastic cutlery,plates and cups will be provided.
Dogs are welcome (as long they don’t end up eating the food!) and so are your parents/significant other.
If it pours, we shall postpone the picnic to Sunday 6th July. Same time, same place.
See you there!
*Bantus 3rd anniversary beach picnic on Sat 5th July…WE are 3! More details later…
*New T-shirts on sale from Monday 23rd June…Priority goes to new students who are Bantus members (RP & SP students, let Claudinho know your order. Thanks!)
*Care to Dance 2008 is a community outreach programme to the underprivileged children. We want all Bantus students to get involved as helpers! Please be there half an hour early.
Sat July 19 @ Boon Lay Secondary School, 11 Jurong West Street 65, S 648354 Workshop time: 11.10 – 11.55am
Sat July 26 @ YMCA Auditorium Workshop time: 10.20 – 11.05am
There won’t be any street roda until further notice coz the usual spot where we play is now under construction. In the meantime, there’s still Street CLAP! this Saturday at Bukit Merah Central (Blk 166) amphitheatre. Bantus students who can make it, please assemble at 6.30pm sharp. See you there!
For the first time in Singapore, Forró - Brazil’s most popular couple dancing among the young and old -will being taught by a native Brasileiro.
Claudinho, our Capoeira instructor, happens to be a great Forró dancer (even though he is way too modest to admit it). Just watch him steering his female dance partner around the dancefloor and you’ll know what I mean by a smouldering sexy Latino taking the lead (no kidding). Unfortunately, I was unable to upload a video of him dancing Forró but this Youtube video is muito bom and gives you an idea of how Forró is danced by os brasileiros themselves.
Even if you don’t have any prior dance background, we can assure you that Claudinho has taught some of us who only boast of having two left feet and we could still Forró quite decently - not to the point of sizzle but you get the idea!
Or you think you can dance but don’t have a partner to dance with, don’t fret. It’s contact dancing so someone will dance with you. And guys, you get to lead! We mulher will just follow…er, your lead…
What to wear? It’s casual. You can even come in your bermudas and T-shirt and dance barefooted. That’s how they dance Forró in Brasil. But if you prefer to come in your work clothes, that’s fine too. So long as you are comfortable.
We hope to gather enough Forró enthusiasts so we can eventually host Forró parties regularly!
Forró classes starting 3rd June 2008 @ YMCA Singapore
Instructor: Claudinho (from Bantus Capoeira Singapore)
Day: Tuesday night
Time: 7.30pm - 8.30pm
Fee: $120 (8 sessions)
Venue: Studio 9 (level 9), YMCA Singapore (to be confirmed)
To sign up, please register at the YMCA reception counter. Do it soon!
Ola!!! Para todos brasileiros ou nao “For all” Aulas de FORRO!!! Aulas de Forro comeca no dia 03 de junho 2008 no YMCA Singapora
Instrutor: Claudinho (Do Grupo Bantus Capoeira Singapore)
Dia: Terca-feira
Hora: 7.30pm-8.30pm
Preco: $120 (8 aulas)
Local: YMCA Singapore, Studio 9(level 9)
Matriculas feitas no YMCA recepcao.
Class as usual on Vesak Day (Monday 19 May 2008).