capoeira! by: wesley “leão” riggs. what is capoeira? african-brazilian art form...
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What is Capoeira?
African-Brazilian Art Form African-Brazilian Martial Art Music, dancing, and fighting A game playedmostly with feet Capoeira is playedIn a roda (circle)
The history of Capoeira
Africa is where a majority of the elements were inherited from
Was developed by slaves and brought to Brazil Between the years of 1890-1920 Capoeira was
illegal in Brazil
Movements of Capoeira
Composed of many different movements Attacks - such as a "benção“ (straight kick) Defenses – such as a "cocorinho“ (squat) Acrobatics-Flips, handstands,And cartwheels
Music of Capoeira
Music controls the game The rhythm of the music dictates the speed
and energy The berimbau is the main instrument Singing is also important
The clothes of Capoeira
Uniforms are important for training They depend on the preferences of the
academy Generally, the clothes arewhite Uniforms include pants and a shirt, one with anAcademy logo
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