Apr
19
2009
I hope you are all in one piece after learning all defense and attack strategies in Basics of Capoeira, part I lessons… we are moving to more art(ish) fields now…
It’s time to move on with the second part of Capoeira classes, and beside movements, you have to learn how to play several instruments – berimbau, atabaque and tambourine…
Photo taken from razzle231
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Apr
19
2009
Capoeira is vibrant and vivacious form of martial art that combines dance and gentle acrobatic movements with ritual elements inherited from African and Brazilian heritage.
Originally, Capoeira was brought to South America by slaves from Angola around 16th century. It’s one of the rare martial arts that uses music as an equal element of dramaturgy.
Illustration by J. M. Rugendas taken from Capoeira history
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