Capoeira Classes in a Rented Hall

Adults, teens and parents of children looking for a different kind of fitness, a martial art or a cultural activity.

Monthly memberships or drop-in fees per class, plus extras like uniforms, workshops and a yearly belt ceremony or batizado.

• Solid capoeira ability and teaching experience
• Playing the berimbau and other instruments, and leading songs
• Clear, patient instruction for mixed levels
• Basic organisation and bookkeeping

• Commercial general liability insurance that covers instruction in martial arts, check the insurer accepts capoeira
• Injury risk: use waivers, warm-ups and sensible class structure
• Playing recorded music in class may need a licence, check with the venue and Canadian music licensing bodies
• Working with children may call for a police vulnerable sector check, check what your venue or municipality expects
• Registering as a sole proprietor and checking when you need to register for GST/HST

Estimates suggest startup costs typically around $500 to $3,000, depending on the instruments and equipment you buy, insurance and how you promote your classes. Hall rental is usually paid as you go.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $600 to $3,500, depending on how many classes you run and how many students attend. The estimate assumes at least about 6 hours a week.

Check that commercial general liability insurance covers martial arts instruction and that your insurer accepts capoeira. Also check music licensing, police vulnerable sector check expectations if you teach children, and GST/HST registration.