Mestre Dinelson is a respected Capoeira mestre from Bahia, Brazil, known for his long-time involvement with the International Capoeira Angola Palmares Seminar held annually on Itaparica Island.

With over 40 years dedicated to Capoeira, Mestre Dinelson has become a symbol of commitment and continuity within the Afro-Brazilian cultural tradition. A tribute video celebrating his four decades of practice highlights his influence as both a teacher and a mentor, especially through his work with the “Girassol” group.

Through his guidance and participation in Capoeira Palmares, he has helped preserve and promote traditional Capoeira Angola, supporting training, cultural exchange, and community gatherings that unite generations of practitioners. Many of his students who began as children have grown to teach and share Capoeira with their own children, reflecting Mestre Dinelson’s enduring legacy of community, respect, and cultural preservation.