Capoeira

How to Do a Gato in Capoeira

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The gato is an acrobatic move in Capoeira that can be used for attacks and defense. A Capoeirista who learns to execute a gato in this martial art can escape from difficult situations. You must be able to complete a controlled back flip and ... more »

How to Learn the Rules of Capoeira

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Discover the rules of capoeira, a martial art born in Brazil. To understand capoeira rules and techniques, you need to learn about the philosophy behind this martial art. Review the fraternity and community components of capoeira practice. Study ... more »

How to Teach Capoeira

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Capoeira is the ancient art of fight-dance. It has been used for centuries in countries like Brazil, and has become popularized by modern western cultures. Learning Capoeira can be a lifetime goal, but teaching it can begin once the basics are ... more »

How to Dress for Capoeira

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Practitioners of a sport which requires kicks and elaborate dance-like moves cannot be restricted by clothing. They must be able to move quickly and gracefully. For this, capoeira rules have a specific dress code that every capoeirist must abide by... more »

How to Learn Capoeira

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Capoeira is a unique Afro-Brazilian sport which combines elements of dance, acrobatics and martial arts into one fluid, graceful game. First practiced by African slaves in colonial Brazil, this game was outlawed until the 1930s. Since its ... more »

How to Do Capoeira Acrobatics

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Capoeira is a combination of martial arts moves, dance moves and acrobatics that began in the sixteenth century by slaves in Brazil. Capoeira was the way in which these slaves released their frustration about captivity. Acrobatics play a huge ... more »

How to Find a Capoeira Class

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Created as a way to resist their enslavement in Brazil during the 1800s and practiced secretly for years, Capoeira has finally found a place in the world of martial arts. Consisting of a dance-like fight, the martial art was designed to appear ... more »

How to Watch Capoeira Video

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Videos of the interesting martial art of Capoeira are all over the place. Professionals or historic videographers have captured hours of footage for posterity, and amateurs have filmed themselves just to show off their moves. You can watch ... more »

How to Choose a Children's Martial Arts Program

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Many children can benefit from the study of the martial arts, but how do you determine which is the best porgram for their needs? This can be especially difficult for adults with no background in the martial arts. Children’s martial arts programs ... more »

How to Join a Capoeira Club

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Finding and joining a capoeira club is a matter of locating one of many communities throughout the world that practice this historic and cultural sport. Capoeira has its roots in Brazil, but has rich communities in other countries as well. ... more »

How to Practice Capoeira

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If you are interested in an activity rich with historical significance, then capoeira is the art for you. Capoeira was first developed by slaves in Brazil and blends martial arts with dance moves. When you practice capoeira, you show off your ... more »

How to Do a Macaco

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A macaco is a popular move in capoeira, a Brazilian form of martial arts. The word "macaco" is Portuguese for "monkey," possibly because this is a fast move that imitates a monkey's flexibility and speed. This martial arts back spring can be used ... more »

How to Do Capoeira Back Flips

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Capoeira fighters frequently enter the ring by displaying their athletic ability and capoeira skills with a back flip. In addition to being an impressive opening move, the back flip also delivers a powerful kick that moves you away from an ... more »

How to Learn Capoeira Self Defense

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Capoeira is a dynamic Brazilian martial art with its roots in Angola that combines music and sparring. To an observer, the capoeiristas appear to be dancing. They are really engaged in a competitive game of technique and strategy that includes ... more »

How to Use Capoeira Fight Techniques

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Originally a dance brought to Brazil by African slaves, capoeira gained a martial arts quality when used to train fighting slaves without their masters' knowledge. Capoeira is a dance that can be used to fight or, alternatively, is a fighting ... more »

How to Do a Bananeira in Capoeira

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Experienced Capoeiristas have the flexibility and coordination to complete difficult moves like the bananeira. The bananeira looks like a handstand. Capoeira practitioners use the bananeira to demonstrate body control. You need to mix brute ... more »

How to Dress for Capoeira

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It is important to know how to dress for Capoeira so that you can continue a time-honored tradition. Capoeiristas who began this martial art centuries ago wore little clothing under the heat of equatorial Africa and South America. You should ... more »

How to Do Capoeira Front Kicks

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If you're beginning to study the Brazilian martial art of capoeira, a few of the first techniques you must know are how to do a basic front kick (or ponteira) and how to defensively avoid a kick. Dodging kicks can also put you in a better ... more »

How to Do Martelo and Rasteira Capoeira Take Downs

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The Martelo and Rasteira take downs in capoeira flow from the ginga so naturally, they do very much resemble a dance--just as the slaves who created the martial art intended. Despite their smooth appearance, both take downs are very effective, ... more »

How to Learn the History of Capoeira

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Capoeira is a martial art form that originated in Brazil. This sport combines dance steps, music and drum rhythms to form a unique, exciting form of combat. Learn the history of this increasingly popular sport by studying its origin and its ... more »

How to Add Kicks to Defenses in Capoeira

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Capoeira is an ancient martial art that originated in Brazil. An artistic combination of music, dance, rituals, fighting and acrobatics, Capoeira is not a battle, it is a game. The object is not to knock your opponent out but to keep the game ... more »

How to Attend a Capoeira Tournament

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Capoeira is a martial art that began in 15th century Brazil. Some believed it was created by slaves from Africa who had been brought to Brazil and disguised their fighting style as a dance. Capoeira Capoeira tournaments are eventful and exciting, ... more »

How to Become a Capoeira Instructor

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Capoeira is a popular Brazilian martial art. It is a form of self-defense that slaves in Brazil invented. The slaves hid it by forming circles and dancing around the combatants. Combatants listen to specific music during Capoeria. It's one of the ... more »

How to Buy Capoeira Gear

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All kinds of gear and accessories for the historic sport and art of capoeira are abound on the web and in specialized stores. From music to dress to instruments and DVDs, it's all just a click away. The trick is knowing what you want... more »

How to Defend and Attack in Capoeira

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Capoeira is an excellent way to defend yourself as well as get a good workout. It is an Afro-Brazilian blend of dances, martial arts and games. It can be a defense, or it can be a fun dance to engage in with friends and for entertainment. You can ... more »

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