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Capoeira Kicks
Some capoeira kicks are either Bencao, which is more of a push than a kick, or Pontiera, which is more of a direct blow to the opponent. See demonstrations of these kicks with helpful tips from a...
A Jisora Jiswela capoeira take down looks very dance-like as it flows from the ginga. But don't let its smoothness fool you: the take down is very effective. The take down does take time to...
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...
The cabecada is a simple technique that forces a fellow Capoeirista off balance with your head. Individuals unfamiliar with the grace and art of Capoeira may assume that the cabecada is a simple...
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...
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