Start capoeira classes in a hired hall

Adults looking for a different kind of fitness, parents of children and teens, and students who want a martial art with music and community.

Monthly memberships or pay-as-you-go class fees, plus extras such as workshops, belt or cord grading fees and branded kit.

• Solid capoeira ability and teaching experience
• Clear, encouraging teaching for mixed levels
• Playing capoeira instruments and leading songs
• Basic admin and class planning

• Public liability insurance, ideally one that covers martial arts instruction
• Check whether you need first aid training and a DBS check, especially if teaching children
• Safeguarding policy and parental consent forms for under-18s
• Hall hire contracts and any insurance the venue requires
• Risk of injury in acrobatic moves, so build up progressively and keep records

Startup costs are typically around £300 to £1,500, depending on insurance, any training or checks you need, instruments, and how you promote your classes. These are estimates, and hiring a hall by the session keeps premises costs low.

Monthly revenue is typically around £300 to £1,500, depending on how many classes you run, your class fees and how many regular students you build up. These are estimates, and income grows as your group becomes established.

Check public liability insurance, ideally covering martial arts instruction, and whether you need first aid training and a DBS check, especially for children. Also check safeguarding policy, parental consent forms for under-18s, and hall hire contracts and venue insurance requirements.