Instructor Uri (Uriel E. Arauz) started his practice with the Omulu Capoeira Group in 1996 under the teachings of Mestre Preguica. Uri has been an active participant with the Omulu Capoeira Group assisting with performances, community programs and performing workshops for the inner-city youth in the Bay Area. Instructor Uri is an advocate for the community, promoting the art of Capoeira to enrich people with health and cultural awareness.