Mestre
China
Mestre or Master China (Pronounced Shee-na) among all of
his skills is a great humble man, with a big heart
and is a very inspiring person. His energy and lessons reflect
camaradagem (friendship), discipline and dedication, being a living
example of what is
to be a true Capoeirista. He founded the Associação de
Escolas de Capoeira: Mestre China 10 years
ago, and has established it in Brazil (Rio de Janeiro), New Zealand
(Auckland, Wellington) and Australia (Melbourne).
Education and
Qualifications:
Advanced
Academic Diploma, Honors
Colegio São Goncalo, Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil
Physical
Education
Degree
University of Castelo Branco, Rio de Janeiro
Post
Graduate
Certificate
"The Science of Physical Fitness
Preparation"
University of Salgado and Oliveira
Electrical
Installations and Maintenance Certificate
Senai Institute of Industrial Technology
Master
of
Capoeira
Officially qualified with the Brazilian
Federation of Capoeira (Martial art)
Carded
Professional Soccer Coach,
Brazilian Federation
First Aid and CPR
Rio
English Cricket Club 1994 - 2000
Contract and Internal Leaseholder
Gym Owner, Swim Instructor, Capoeira Teacher, Soccer Coach,
Self-Defense Instructor for Businessmen, Holiday programs
Contract Work as
Master of
Capoeira,
Teacher and Entertainer:
1996- 2000 Aldeia Curumim School,
Niteroi, Rio de Janeiro
1996- 1999 Educational Centre of Niteroi
1990 - 1997 Faculty of Languages and Teacher Training, Macaé,
Rio de
Janeiro
1995 Club Med Cancun, Mexico 
1988 - 1997 Club Med Rio das Pedras, Rio de
Janeiro
1993
- 1995 Estoril Casino, Estoril, Portugal
1988 Geneva, San Remo, Alasio, Milan, Italy - hotels and casinos
1989 Las Vegas Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Other Interests and
Achievements:
Professional Percussionist
Jiu Jitsu
Travel
Languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish
Last
updated 04/07/06
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