Who is Mestre Carvao
Mestre Carvão
Henry Vizcarra, known in the Capoeira world as Mestre Carvão, was born in Quito, Ecuador. In 1999, at the age of 14, he began practicing capoeira with the only existing group at the time called Grupo Zema, founded in 1993 in Ecuador by José María Da Silva, known as Mestre Zé Maria.
After years of dedication and practice, Henry Vizcarra became a Capoeira instructor and devoted his time to the growth and development of this art throughout Ecuador and Germany, teaching in private, public, and educational institutions. He is also one of the founders and representatives of the international capoeira group Centro Do Mundo, established in 2011 alongside colleagues.
In 2013, Henry Vizcarra received the title of Mestre Carvão, awarded by Mestre Zé Maria and Mestre Paulinho Salmos of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in recognition of his performance, commitment, and dedication to Capoeira.
Today, Mestre Carvão continues to develop his work through educational institutions, private instruction, and social projects that promote the inclusion of children from underserved communities through the practice of Capoeira and Brazilian culture.
His mission is to use his knowledge and experience to support the growth and development of individuals through Capoeira, encouraging healthy living, discipline, cultural awareness, and positive social engagement.
Who is Monitor Manganga
Monitor Manganga
Born and raised in Haiti, Djhondel Gay, known in Capoeira as Mangangá, built his strength and determination through overcoming adversity at a young age. After experiencing bullying in school, he turned to martial arts as a way to defend himself, build confidence, and help others learn to stand their ground. What began as self-protection became a lifelong path of discipline, leadership, and empowerment.
Djhondel has trained in several martial arts systems, including Karate, Muay Thai, Wing Chun, Mixed Martial Arts, and Capoeira. Each discipline helped shape his understanding of movement, strategy, self-control, and resilience.
His Capoeira journey began in Florida around 2011, where he first trained under Mestre Betinho. In 2013, he continued his development under Mestre Valu and Mestre Fera, deepening both his technical skills and cultural understanding of the Afro-Brazilian art form. Today, he is proud to partner with Mestre Carvão in the continued mission of growing and sharing Capoeira with new communities.
For Djhondel, Capoeira is more than an art—it is history, resistance, music, healing, and freedom in motion. Through teaching, mentoring, and community leadership, he uses Capoeira to help youth and adults build confidence, discipline, and unity.
In addition to martial arts, Djhondel has studied traditional herbal medicine and natural wellness practices, valuing the connection between physical health, cultural knowledge, and holistic healing.
As founder of Gran Bwa Heritage Art, Djhondel is dedicated to preserving heritage, empowering communities, and expanding the reach of Capoeira through classes, workshops, performances, and cultural education.
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