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The Basics of Capoeira
Capoeira is a martial art that was created over 400 years ago by African slaves in Brazil. However, unlike other martial arts, Capoeira blend music, dance, mischievous play and acrobatics into a complete art form that is absolutely...
The Basic Techniques of Capoeira
Rather than focusing on injuring an opponent, Capoeira emphasises the use of skill instead. Capoeristas (Capoeira players) will often perform a move without fully completing it. This shows their superiority in the roda. There is no need for a capoerista to use a fast attack if their opponent is having difficultly evading a slow attack. Whenever their opponent attacks, players get an opportunity practise an evasive technique.
Capoeira in Australia
Capoeira is slowly becoming more well known in Australia and Capoeira schools can be found in the majority of state capitals. Although this sport is rather small in Australia, many more people are taking it up each day.
Styles of Capoeira
Overall there are two main classifications of Capoeira: traditional and modern. Angola is the eldest which is often referred to as the traditional form. With roots in African traditions, Capoeira Angola is estimated to be over 500 years old. The more modern forms are usually referred to as either regional or contemporanea.