Kindergarten & Daycare

Noah’s Ark Kindergarten & Day Care testimonial

Just wanted to let you know how pleased we are with the Capoeira classes that you do with the children. It is so good to see how excited all the children are when they see you enter the Centre. When you sing in Portuguese the children all know the words to sing along with you while clapping and playing the instruments for Capoeira. They follow all your directions and movements which is fantastic.

You certainly have assisted the children with the development of their balance, concentration, confidence, co-ordination, music & rhythm, listening and social skills.

Parents tell us that their children go home telling them about their activities with you and are teaching them the Portuguese words. I have decided this year to have the centre pay for the classes as not all families can afford to pay for their child to attend and it would be a shame for some to miss out.

Australian Government – Australian Sports Commission – Active After-School Communities

I write this reference for Matthew Eales and his organisation of Group Capoeira Brasil -Townsville.
Matthew has been involved with then Active After School Communities (MSC) since its inception in 2005. Matthew has been an exceptional coach delivering high quality programs that cover a range of physical and educational attributes. Some of these include learning of traditional Capoeira martial arts, language and meanings, stories of legend as well as music and song.

Matthew has great experience and the ability to include all children within his activities. I often attend his sessions to see traditionally inactive kids enjoying his sessions as he is extremely motivated himself. Matthew always sets a high standard and carries a positive attitude around the kids which definitely shows in his sessions and by the reaction of the kids.

Some of the benefits of Capoeira are: improvement in self confidence, health & fitness, co-ordination, strength, discipline, and respect to name a few. As discussed earlier the kids also learn about a different culture in the way Matthew delivers his program. Matt also offers the ability for the kids to transition if they really enjoy the session to the local Capoeria Club which he runs. It is also a great way for kids to find new friends and develop their creative side.

After observing Matthew work over a number years within our programme I have no hesitation in recommending him as an outstanding deliverer who will deliver the highest quality service. His sessions are easily one of the best and most liked in our programme. As a professional I have had nothing but cooperation from Matthew and am hopeful he stays with us for the long term.

If you have any questions or need any other information regarding my reference for Matthew Eales or Group Capoeira Brasil – Townsville, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Mt Louisa Suburbs Kindergarten & Preschool Association Testimonial

I cannot thank you enough for the fabulous session of Capoeira you did with the Kindy children. I think it was the best educational/movement programme that has come to our centre.

You were highly organised and had full control over the children whilst allowing them to have so much fun. I was amazed at how much learning took place in such a short time – learning Portuguese, playing musical instruments, learning some Capoeira moves, doing perceptual motor activities, and playing games to improve gross motor control and co-ordination.

You applauded and reinforced the children’s kind actions towards each other.

I will highly recommend your programme to parents and educators. Thank you again for coming to our Centre. I hope we can continue having you visit as I think the continuity of a programme like this would be very beneficial.

Mt. Louisa Suburbs Kindergarten & Preschool Association Inc. Testimonial

Thanks for bringing your fast paced and energetic show to our Kindergarten Group. The children were engaged and captivated by the fantastic combination of movement, music and culture.

The experience was suitable to children with a diverse range of special needs, with plenty of opportunities to join in and be active.

Heidi and Matthew have created a flexible show, full of positive messages, which they adapt to the specific audience, and finish with a lovely, calming song aimed to build group cohesion and consideration for their peers. We look forward to a long association with this wonderful program.