Q: Tell us about the program you do in Jamaica with inner city children?

Since I decided to come to Jamaica my goal has always been to teach Capoeira to children and youths in the inner city areas of Jamaica and to use the art to positively influence and transform the lifes of people. Having lived in one of Kingston's garrison communities myself and experiencing the difficulties many Jamaicans face every day further inspired me to be part of the solution by contributing with what I best know to do: Capoeira.

From teaching Capoeira in New Haven/ 6miles area to local boys and girls in 2004 to managing our NGO 'Capoeira Alafia' and organizing classes and workshops in various communities and schools today has been a challenging, but nevertheless rewarding and successful experience.