Martial arts, dance classes, + community resources on Chicago's South Side. Owned and Operated by De Boa and CM TInta Forte. More to come in 2024!
Martial arts, dance, wellness + cultural space serving the South Side of Chicago
⭐️ Owned + Operated by DeBoa + CM Tinta Forte
⭐️ Capoeira
⭐️ Samba
⭐️ Community Events
⭐️ School programs
RISE TRAINING ACADEMY is a cultural space providing wellness and martial arts instruction to the underserved South Side community. We add to the continuing revitalization of the area providing services not curr
08/18/2026
FREE Qi Gong + Tai Chi Community Class at Rise!
Join us for a beginner-friendly class focused on balance, mobility, breath, relaxation, and intentional movement.
Saturday, August 29
9:00–10:15 AM
Rise Training Academy
8300 S. Halsted St., Chicago
Ages 15+
Free with registration
No experience needed. Reserve your spot through the link in bio.
This class will be led by Malik Voyard
08/17/2026
Need space for your next class, rehearsal, or workshop?
Our 1,000 sq. ft. South Side movement studio is available to rent for dance, fitness, yoga, martial arts, wellness workshops, private training, and other movement-based programming.
The space features vinyl flooring, mirrors, a sound system, Wi-Fi, and access to mats, tables, and chairs.
Rental rates start at $75/hour.
📍 8300 S. Halsted St., Chicago
For more information and to submit a rental request, visit risetrainingacademy.com.
08/16/2026
House Flow is BACK for Fall! 🔥🏠
After a summer pause, we’re ready to get back into the music, movement, rhythm, and flow.
House Flow returns for our Fall Session starting September 10 - open level and designed for anyone ready to move, learn, and reconnect with House culture.
House music’s steady BPM + continuous movement make for a fun way to build cardio, coordination, and stamina!
Fall Session starts September 10
Thursdays | 7:30 PM
Adults | Open Level
Teacher: J.Ro Jordan “J.Ro” Ordoñez 🇵🇭🇺🇸🏳️🌈✊🏾
Registration open - link in bio.
Rise Training Academy is proud to recognize De Boa as our first homegrown capoeira instructor!
De Boa began training under my guidance before the founding of Rise Training Academy in 2017. Over the years, I have watched her grow in her movement, understanding of the art, her resilience, and her commitment to the work. This promotion recognizes the responsibility she has taken on within our capoeira program.
She has continued to serve the Rise community in visible ways and behind the scenes. Her contributions go beyond the training floor through student support, events, marketing, partnerships, and care for the academy.
With this Instructor cord comes responsibility, continued learning, and service. Her promotion sets an example for our students and future instructors at Rise.
Parabéns, Instructora De Boa!
- CM Tinta Forte
Mesma Raiz: Batizado & Troca de Cordões 2026
Rise Training Academy was excited to bring Mesma Raiz to life with Gingarte Capoeira.
Mesma Raiz honored the shared lineage that connects our capoeira community through Mestre Marisa. Across generations of students, teachers, and capoeiristas, we continue to celebrate the traditions, values, and culture that guide our journey.
Thank you to our students, families, guests, special guest teachers, volunteers, and community for bringing so much energy into this special event. We are grateful to everyone who helped make this event possible and celebrated with us. Congratulations to everyone who received their first capoeira cord or a new promotion!
Thank you to Mestre Lobinho, Mestre Morcego, Contramestre Pantera, Mestra Dill, and Instructor Tempero for sharing engaging workshops, powerful training, and energetic rodas throughout the weekend.
Thank you to ASCAB, Estrela Preta, International Capoeira School, Grupo Capoeira Brasil, Coletivo Ilê Capoeira, Capoeira de Ouro, Artista de Capoeira, ITAV, Mangalot, UCA, West Michigan CDO, and Capoeira Iowa for supporting for us.
Our deepest thanks to Mestre Marisa for your continued guidance, leadership, and inspiration.
This was more than a ceremony. It was a reflection of the roots we share and the community we continue to build.
Axé 🔥