It is hard to say what lies ahead for our collective future, but what is certain is there is strength in unity. In a time when many human interactions occur and emotions get expressed on virtual platforms, it is important to recognize there is no replacement for what transpires when people come together to talk, hug, sweat, create, and share.
Many students have expressed gratitude for having ACSF when their need to connect is profound. Gratitude for having a safe place to join others and find support, comfort, and inspiration. Gratitude for the opportunity to release stress through capoeira, engage in intelligent discussions, and share resources and critical information on topics relevant to our community.
We, as a community, find strength in knowing we can rely on ACSF. Watching the support our students and families regularly show one another is inspiring. It makes us very proud of the community that we have cultivated together.
What is also magical to witness within our community is how our culture of kindness, empathy, and respect is contagious. No one would argue that we need more of these attributes in the world today. As we look forward to 2018, we wish to inspire you to share the lessons you’ve learned at ACSF with your extended communities. Spread kindness, lend a hand, treat others with respect and empathy. Let’s use the model of the world we have created at ACSF to transform the world outside our studio!