BAOBA is the name of a huge tree that has a strong root and trunk, and it is also believed that this tree has magical powers. Academia Cultural Baoba Capoeira is a cultural academy that puts its focus on the Brazilian Culture and their flagship Brazilian Martial Art called Capoeira. In fact, Academia Cultural Baoba Capoeira was co-founded by Rubens Carlos de Oliveira, and Liliane Vargas, both who have been practicing capoeira for over 21 years and 19 years respectively.