Glossary of capoeira terms. Capoeira - what is it, martial art or dance? What is capoeira

Capoeira (Capoeira) - Afro-Brazilian national martial arts, a synthesis of dance, acrobatics and games, all accompanied by national Brazilian music. According to the generally accepted version, capoeira originated in South America in the 17th and 18th centuries.

But nevertheless, experts still argue about the homeland and the time of the emergence of such a unique art. No one knows exactly where it came from, who was the founder of the ancient skill and, like capoeira, from century to century has reached rapid popularity. There are several main hypotheses for its origin.

1. The African zebra dance, which was common among local tribes, became the prototype of warlike movements.

2. Capoeira - a fusion of ancient cultures - Latin American and African dances.

3. The dance of slaves, which gradually developed into a martial art. Associated with the landing of Europeans on the continent and the emergence of the slave trade.

In any case, the origins of capoeira must be sought in the mists of time.

History of Capoeira

The word capoeira does not have an exact translation. According to some assumptions, it means a kind of jungle thickets - capoeiras. According to other sources - a place with low grass - a platform where it is convenient to conduct militant training.

Practicing the Art of Capoeira

However, despite all the prohibitions, capoeira continued to exist as a dance and as a martial art. Capoeirista masters recruited students, gave them a middle name (nickname) and taught them how to fight. The nickname was needed for conspiracy, and was also used during the training process.

The first capoeira schools in Brazil

After the revolution in Brazil in 1930 and the subsequent recognition of capoeira in 1937, the first school of this martial art was registered in the city of Salvador. The head of the regional center of physical culture was a capoeira teacher - Bimba. Subsequently, Bimba's training formed into one of the battle lines. Another art style of capoeira was developed by the teacher Pastinha in 1941 and became known as angola. The name came from the sports center organized by him.

Worldwide distribution

This martial art cannot be unequivocally called a means of forceful achievement of the goal, although for centuries most of the blows were practiced by street gangs, bodyguards, mercenaries. Such personalities have nothing to do with capoeira. Real capoeira is hidden from prying eyes. Masters of the ancient arts and devoted disciples gather in clans in secret places to uphold the ancient traditions. Capoeira contains not only the power of fighting, but also a philosophical meaning, physical development. Such performances are accompanied by songs and music of simple musical instruments. Traditions have been preserved to this day.

History of capoeira

Reliable information about capoeira begins in the 18th century, but, in fact, it originated somewhat earlier. According to the generally accepted version, capoeira originated in South America thanks to black slaves, whom the Portuguese brought from other colonies - Angola, Mozambique, Guinea, Congo. Due to the brutal treatment of Brazilian slave owners, some of the slaves fled to the selva, where African religion and culture met with the Indian. The fugitives settled in quilombush (singular - quilombu) - "free cities", from the subculture of which capoeira began to spread.

According to various sources, capoeira originates from:

• subcultures of African national dance. Initially, it did not carry a combat aspect, which appeared later, on the territory of Brazil.
• African ritual combat dance "ngolo" ("n'golo"), which was an integral attribute of the initiation rite in the southern regions of Angola, and depicted a zebra dance - young warriors entered into a ritual battle with each other.

However, despite the different versions, the qualities of dance in capoeira are present.

The development of capoeira at that time is inextricably linked with the legendary hero - Zumbi, who became a symbol of resistance for the people of Brazil. Zumbi dos Palmaris (port. Zumbi dos Palmares) headed one of the largest quilombu - Palmaris , which existed under the government blockade for about seventy years.

origin of name

Disputes regarding the etymology of the word "capoeira" do not stop until now. The most common versions:

Capoeira underground

A new stage in the development of capoeira was the official documentation of information related to capoeira. This period begins with the signing in a city in Brazil golden law who abolished slavery. At the same time, it should be noted that the import of slaves was prohibited even earlier - in the city - by the Queiroz law, but for almost forty more years the slave trade continued illegally, until May 13, 1888. On that day, Princess Isabella, who ruled at that time instead of the ill emperor, signed the law as follows:

Despite the official equalization of all Indians, blacks and mestizos in universal human rights with Europeans, social discrimination still existed in the country, manifested in all spheres of society. The religion of Candomblé and capoeira, like many other elements of the culture of the non-European population of Brazil, were officially banned. Social reflection on this fact was the so-called. "Resistance" - capoeira has become both a dance and a weapon among underground groups and street gangs. In the city, the practice of capoeira was banned by the first constitution of the Brazilian Republic.

Separation of styles

Capoeira Regional

Quite bright representatives of the Capoeira Angola style are:

Capoeira Contemporary

The term "Contemporanea" is used for groups that practice the Angola style while modernizing it. This style is highly controversial, as many contemporary capoeiristas argue that the styles of Angola and Regional should not be mixed, that the student must practice only one of them in order to fully take on the form of the game. Others argue that a capoeirista must be skilled in both traditional and modern capoeira and support training in both styles at the same time. In general, the style of the Contemporary is the subject of much controversy among capoeiristas.

The name "Contemporanea" is also applied to various groups that do not associate themselves with either Mestre Bimba, or Mestre Pastinha.

Over the past few years, the various philosophies of modern capoeira have been expressed in the creation of various schools, in particular in North America, which create and continue to develop their individual school of modern art. This has become a defining characteristic of many schools, to the point that an experienced student can sometimes tell which school his opponent comes from just by the way a capoeirista plays. Some schools teach mixed media based on a combination of several styles. Traditionally, births in these schools begin with the Angola style, during which the mestre or an experienced student sings a Ladainha (which can usually be heard at the beginning of the game in Capoeira Angola). After a while, the game speeds up and soon the Mestre gives a sign, after which the berimbau rhythms become traditional for the Regional style.

Each of the styles, Regional and Angola, focuses on different properties and key points. Regional focuses on the development of speed and reflexes, while Angola emphasizes the deep meaning of each movement, almost like in a game of chess. Schools that teach the combination of both types teach this as an opportunity to use strengths each of the directions in his game.

Spread of capoeira around the world

Capoeira in Europe

The first close acquaintance of Europe with capoeira dates back to 1951 - the European tour of an artistic troupe Companhia Braziliana, which was followed by others - for example Furacões da Bahia or Brazil Tropical based Master Kamiza Rocha. After that, individual specialists got the opportunity to stay in Europe for a long time, teaching capoeira or performing solo numbers. The pioneer of European capoeira is considered Martinho Fiuza, who arrived in the city. It should be noted that the regular teaching of capoeira in the United States began only three years earlier - in the city of the master Jelon Vieira(school Senzala) in New York . In the city, Paulo Siqueira arrived in Germany ( Paulo Siqueira), this event is considered to be the beginning of the continuous development of capoeira in Europe.

Capoeira in the CIS

The first serious interest in this type of art in Russia and the CIS was shown in the city, after the release of the film “Only the Strongest”, with Mark Dacascos in the title role.

The situation related to the lack of information began to change when capoeiristas from the CIS countries began to attend training camps and capoeira seminars in Europe, the USA and Brazil.

The next stage in the development of domestic capoeira was the visits of Brazilian masters. Every year many famous Brazilian capoeira masters come to the CIS with a program of seminars, and, as a rule, they are really interested in the development of capoeira groups in Russia and the CIS.

Capoeira in Russia

capoeira today

Capoeirista meetings

Meetings of capoeiristas, in the absolute majority of cases, take place on the following rules. The musicians stand at the head of the circle (port. Roda). The roda is formed by capoeiristas or an audience standing or sitting in a circle. Everyone sings songs in Portuguese. Two enter the game near the location of the musician with Gunga, called Pe do Berimbau (port. Pe do Berimbau), sometimes using acrobatic elements. The game begins - movements, strikes, jumps alternate in attempts to get the opponent or force him to fall. The nature of the game in Roda (fast or slow, friendly or aggressive) depends on the rhythm that the berimbau plays and the songs.

Music

“The ability to sing and respond… is the duty of every capoeirista. The inability to sing solo is not a defect, but the inability to answer along with the choir is a great fault. There should not be people in the battery who do not sing along with the choir.”

“Why do the songs have a plot? .. ... So that when a representative of another group or a master comes to the family, improvisation would warn the family whether to stop, or encourage them to continue playing.”

Training and childbirth are held to live music, which is created by a special "capoeira orchestra" - bateria (or sharanga). There are several traditions of battery composition, they are quite diverse.

The main role in the accompaniment and management of childbirth plays Berimbau(port. Berimbau) is an instrument resembling a bow with a resonator. Berimbau sets the basic rhythm and pace of the game in Roda.

The tradition is considered more or less generally accepted when three berimbau are the basis of the battery, each of which serves its own purpose:

In addition to the berimbau, the "classic" battery contains:

Rhythms of the berimbau

Three main types of berimbau

The rhythm of the berimbau determines the nature of the game in Roda, there are many popular traditional and "author's" rhythms for this instrument, for example:

There are other rhythms, described in more detail in the main article of the section.

Songs

In traditional capoeira, the song cycle is divided into three main parts:

Ladainha opens the musical sequence - this is the traditional solo song of the mestre (or the person who "leads" the clan). The singer may tell a parable or convey a message to the audience. The solo can be improvised. While the master sings, the first pair of players sit and wait on either side of him.

General concepts and definitions in capoeira

• port. Abada/ Abada - special white capoeirista pants.
• port. Amazonia/ Amazonia is a style of capoeira playing, when playing in this style, capoeiristas imitate the movements of animals, using mainly lower technique.
• port. Angola/ Angola - capoeira playing style, characterized by a special rhythm of berimbau playing, in roda they play very close and slowly.
• port. Apelido/ Apelidu - a name in capoeira, given to the mestre before batizado.
• port. Axe/ Ashe is the energy of capoeira.
• port. Bateria/ Bateria - the orchestra, the instruments and the people who play them, they set the pace of the game.
• port. Batizado/ Batizadu - initiation ceremony, baptism, receiving the first cord.
• port. Benguela/ Benguela - the style of capoeira playing, characterized by a special rhythm of playing the berimbau, in the genus escapes, movements, the rhythm is medium, the blows are smooth and not high.
• port. Volta ao mundo/ Volta au mundu - a passage in the genus in a circle, used for a respite of players or musicians.
• port. Grimas/ Grimash - sticks for maculele.
• port. Jogo/ Jogu is a game of sorts.
• port. Jogo de compra/ Jogo di compra - a game in which one person comes out in the family, replacing the one who plays longer.
• port. Iuna/ Iuna - capoeira style of playing, characterized by a special rhythm of playing the berimbau, acrobatics prevail in the genus, they play at a distance so as not to interfere with each other.
• port. Corda/ Korda - a colored cord showing the status of a capoeirista, worn on the belt.
• port. Corridos, quadros/ Curridus, quadrus - songs performed by members of the roda.
• port. Ladainha/ Ladayinya - introductory song, sung only in angola, performed solo.
• port. Maculelek/ Maculele is a dance game with sticks, the participants perform a variety of movements, falling into the rhythm set by the drums.
• port. Regional/ Regional - the style of capoeira playing, characterized by a special rhythm of playing the berimbau, in the genus they play quickly, high and fast blows predominate, you can do jumps and acrobatics.
• port. Roda/ Roda - a circle formed by the participants in which capoeiristas play.
• port. Solo/ Solo - a single performance of a capoeirista, with or without it, in which he shows his ability to perform some kind of strikes, combinations, acrobatic movements.
• port. toque/ Toke - the rhythm of playing the berimbau.
• port. Troca de corda/ Troca di corda - change of cord, transition to the next level.
• port. Chamada/ Shamada - a challenge, a certain sequence of steps and actions, used exclusively in angola for a break or a change in the course of the game.
• port. Chulas/ Shulas - praise song, sung only in angola.

Movements and kicks

There are no static stances in capoeira. Its basis is jinga (port. ginga). Ginga is a continuous movement, the player is constantly moving, ready to get away from the blow or to take the blow himself. Basic stances and movements:

• Ginga (port. Ginga).
• Negachiva (port. Negativa).
• Eshkiva (port. Esquiva).
• Cocorinha (port. Cocorinha).
• Role (port. Role).

Handstands and movements:

• Au aberto (port. Au aberto)
• Au feshado (port. Au fechado).
• Ay goodness (port. Au dobrado).
• Au Agulha (port. Au agulha).
• Bananeira (port. Bananeira).
• Biku di papagayu (port. Bico de papagaio).
• Macaque (port. Macaco).

The names of movements in different schools are different, the above terms are typical for certain schools of the Regional and Capoeira Contemporanea directions. The same names in other schools may refer to slightly different movements.

Mastery gradations

In modern capoeira directions regional and contemporary to denote mastery, a system of belts or scarves has been adopted, the colors of which are determined by each individual school. Belts (port. cordão) or neck scarves (port. lenco) are colored scarf cords worn by capoeiristas. They can receive a degree, an apelida (and a scarf belt) only at an initiation ceremony (port. batizado). Together with the practice in the rod and the development of new elements, the student learns the Portuguese language, music, songs, the history of capoeira and its philosophy. With perseverance and constant training, after a few years you can achieve the title of an experienced student (port. formato). The next level already allows you to help your teacher. The highest ranks are Mestre-Sharangeiro (port. mestre xarangeiro) contra mestre (port. contra mestre) and Mestre (port. mestre). The title of mestre allows you to open your own school, the achievement of this title takes at least ten years.

In the tradition of most schools of direction Angola issuing belts and holding batizadu is not practiced.

Batizado (Batizado)

Initiation into capoeirista, when a beginner can be given a name (“apelida”) and the first cordao. In capoeira, there is no traditional surrender to the belt according to the standards, as in other martial arts, the readiness to change the belt is determined by the coach based on the results of training for the entire time. If a player was called to a circle for a batizada, it can be considered that he has an increase in the gradation of belts, unless he makes “loud mistakes” or does not show elementary ignorance of the rules for exiting the clan. In different schools, the ceremony takes place in different ways, usually a capoeirista not lower than the “professor” level has the right to conduct a batizada. The ceremony of changing the belt (degree) is called "Troca di cordao" (port. Troca de Corda) and is usually performed in conjunction with batizadhoo.

Organization of the capoeirista movement

Capoeira schools now unite tens of thousands of people around the world. Festivals and seminars are regularly held.

The school is determined by belonging to one of the styles of capoeira. As a rule, each school has a base location and many branches around the world. The Mestre (or his students) regularly visits the branches and conducts batizada. There are many internationally recognized and respected schools, as well as little-known ones.

However, the following should definitely be taken into account:

“... Capoeira is like air: we know that it exists, we breathe it, we cannot live without it. And at the same time, we cannot catch it, put it in some kind of framework. Capoeira cannot be limited to just one single group of practitioners, one single formal organization, much less one group of masters who claim a monopoly on its ownership. Capoeira goes beyond all of us. No society, group or individual will ever control it...
…Before thinking about creating a capoeira institute, we must ask ourselves: why does anyone need to organize us? Why do we need an organization that will control our way of life? Who will benefit from this? Capoeira? Capoeirista? Bureaucrats? Is it really necessary to create such organizations?
…we are open to learning about capoeira, but we don't want anyone to impose their own scale of values ​​on us. We want a community that values ​​and encourages both the individuality of each member and the collaboration between them…” - Mestre Cobra Mansa

Thus, it can be seen that there are two main tendencies: maximum organization and maximum freedom. And, of course, as many opinions as you like, located between these poles. Each group, association of capoeiristas or a person who does not have a strong connection with a particular group, chooses his own path. However, another principle comes into play here - following the "line" - a tradition passed down from teacher to student.

Capoeira in films, clips, commercials and computer games

Modern capoeira includes many spectacular acrobatic jumps, tricks and movements. A game in which powerful blows are combined with dizzying acrobatics can make a strong impression on an outside observer. It is natural that capoeira did not go unnoticed by Hollywood directors.

Only the strong

The first feature film entirely dedicated to capoeira.

Other games

In addition to the game "Capoeira Fighter", made by enthusiasts, there are many commercial games in which capoeira is present in one form or another. Games of this kind include such titles as Tekken (episodes 3 and up: Eddie Gordo, Tiger, Christy Monteiro), Prince of Persia (The Sands of Time; WW; TTT), Fatal Fury (FF1 , 3, Real Bout 1, 2, Special), The King of Fighters (KoF: MI 1, KoF: MI2, KoF 11), Street Fighter 3 (all versions), Rage of the Dragons. The matter is not limited to the listed games, and far from all games capoeira is presented precisely as a combat discipline. For example, in online role play World of Warcraft trolls after the command to dance (/dance) begin to perform capoeira movements.

Notes

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2. Health "snews.com Capoeira - The main thing is stretching,
3. ISBN 5-93347-205-0.
4. Article Quilombos - free cities on v8mag.ru
5. Capoeira Angola: a collection of articles. M., Rusaki, 2005., ISBN 5-93347-205-0. Daniel Dawson, article "Capoeira Angola and Mestre Joao Grande", eng.
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7. Article CAPOEIRA: THE BRAZILIAN FIGHT DANCE on idance.ru
8. Capoeira during this period is described in more detail in the book

capoeira- this is the name of the Afro-Brazilian martial art, combining elements of dance, play and acrobatics, accompanied by the rhythm of traditional Brazilian musical instruments. Mostly in capoeira (capoeira) the technique of using the legs is used.

The etymology of this word is not known for certain. There are a number of different interpretations, of which the researcher's version seems to be the most probable. Fu Kiau Bunseki. He suggests that this is a distorted sound of one of the words of the Kikongo language, meaning "to flit from place to place", as well as "beat, fight". Both words are used to describe the movements of a rooster during a cockfight. " Kipura in the cultural context of the Kongo people also means a person who, in combat, imitates the movements of a rooster during cockfights ... ".

Regarding the history of this area of ​​martial arts, there are several different versions. In the 17th century, fierce colonial wars took place in Brazil. The African slaves that the Portuguese brought from the colonies of Angola, Mozambique, Guinea and Cogngo fled from the slave owners to the selva and created free communities there ( quilombush). Attacks on quilombush were a regular occurrence, and their inhabitants needed to develop a system of self-defense. It is believed that it was then that the prototype of capoeira was transferred to the inhabitants of the quilombush by the Indians of the South American continent.

According to another version, the capoeira was originally an African ritual initiatory dance, later assimilated under the influence of the Indians of South America and shifted the focus to the martial art.

Somewhere in the early 1800s. capoeira went beyond the quilombos and began to be used by street gangs of various ethnic composition gangs.

Modern capoeira, unlike earlier forms, is rarely used for combat purposes. As a rule, these are non-contact fights, however, full contact fights are also held at the world championships. Tradition defines appearance participants, music and the procedure for passing certification, in general - the entire course of the meetings.

The first official school of capoeira, founded by Mestre Bimba (Manuel dos Reis Machado), was opened in 1932. Mestre Bimba created a new style of capoeira and called it "Luta Regional Bayana" (Luta Regional Baiana), the more common name "Capoeira Regional"" ("Regional"). Thanks to the systematization of the experience of various schools and the improvement of teaching techniques, as well as the development of teaching methods and strike complexes, Mestre Bimba's capoeira is a completely unique and new approach to the theory and practice of this martial art. Mestre Bimba deduced "8 sequences of Bimba" ("sequences "), which are still considered the ABC of teaching capoeiristas practicing regional and some other areas of modern capoeira.

Another influential figure in the art of capoeira was Mestre Pastinha(Vicente Ferreira Pastinha), founder academies"Capoeira Angola", discovered by him in 1941. His style of capoeira is called "Angola". The difference from the regional style lies in the fact that importance is attached not so much to the combat aspect of the capoeira as to the traditional ritual game character. There is a serious difference between these two areas both in speed and the way the technique is performed, and in the general nature of the direction of the game. If the regional focuses on the speed and speed of reflexes, then angola attaches great importance to the meaningfulness of each movement.

However, there are supporters of a unified capoeira (capoeira "Contemporanea"), which do not oppose these two techniques, but use the advantages of each of them in the game.

Regional and Contemporary adopted a system of belts, the colors of which indicate mastery and are determined by each individual school. The belt can only be obtained at initiation ( batizado / batizado).Together with the practice of the game, as well as working out the elements of movement, the Portuguese language, culture, music, songs, philosophy and history of capoeira are studied. The title of an experienced student ( formato) is given after several years of constant training. The next level is the teacher's assistant counter mestre ( contra mestre), and the title of mestre ( mestre) makes it possible to open your own school. It usually takes at least ten years to achieve this title.

In the tradition of most Angolan schools, the batizadu ritual and the belt system are not practiced.

Meetings of capoeiristas are held according to certain rules: the musicians who set the rhythm of the game stand at the head of the circle (the so-called. Kind/Roda). The composition of the Roda is formed by the capoeiristas themselves and the audience, located in a circle. Rhoda sings songs in Portuguese. The game itself takes place in the center, in which the players, using jumps and strikes, try to reach the opponent and force him to fall. The nature of the game in Roda (friendly or aggressive), its pace (fast or slow) is completely dependent on the given rhythm. Capoeira does not practice static poses, its basis is ginga ( ginga) are the continuous movements of the players.

Today, capoeira schools unite many people all over the world. Capoeira festivals and seminars are held regularly in different countries.

Modern capoeira is a spectacular action that makes an indelible impression, a game in which amazing acrobatic stunts are combined with martial blows of amazing beauty and strength.

During training at the capoeira school, you can lose weight, get a great stretch and build muscle. From the art of capoeira, modern hip-hop, breakdance and such incendiary Latin American music originate. There are practically no restrictions on age and abilities, almost anyone can start classes. They say that the art of capoeira teaches you to take off not only above the ground, but also above yourself.

Capoeira is a mixture of martial art and dance in a playful way. If you do not understand, we will try to explain in a different way. Imagine 2 people fighting. But at the same time, they do not beat each other with their fists, but strike graceful, make complex jumps and sweeps. All this action is accompanied by a kind of music, under which the rivals insert

Are you afraid of pain? In vain! After all, capoeira is only an imitation of a fight with non-contact strikes. In some ways, it is similar to breakdance. In this article, we will briefly talk about it.

Capoeira - what is it?

Let's try to answer this question. It's more of a martial art than a dance, though. There are many conjectures, hypotheses and opinions about the origin of capoeira, which are mostly contradictory. They are based on both romantic stories and real facts. The most common version says that capoeira was invented by African slaves who were taken to Brazil. The word itself has no specific meaning. But researchers and craftsmen translate it as "low vegetation". That is, this is a place with low grass, where it is convenient to practice capoeira.

The first reliable information about this martial art dates back to the 18th century. It was then that written sources appeared. But in fact, capoeira is much older.

In 1500, the Portuguese arrived in Brazil. Having begun colonization, they began to use local Indians as slaves. But they either ran away or quickly perished. To replenish the Portuguese decided to bring slaves from their colonies - Congo, Guinea, Mozambique and Angola. Slaves brought their own culture, religion and traditions, which later formed the basis of capoeira. For example, the row had an initiation rite called the "Dance of the Zebras". This action developed into a ritual battle between the young wars. in combination with others and formed the basis of martial arts. Now you know the short answer to the question: "Capoeira - what is it?" Let's go further.

Advantages

Of course, the skills that you get in training will be useful for self-defense. But that's not what most people attend classes for. The main advantage of this martial art is that it makes the body graceful and beautiful, allowing you to come to an optimal physical shape. And all this takes place in an exciting way - in the form of a fight, dance and game. Beginners often ask the question: "Capoeira - what is it in terms of training?" We answer: "Creativity and freedom."

During exercise, a lot of energy is expended, and almost all muscle groups are involved. This contributes to the reduction excess weight and skin tone. First of all, the buttocks and hips are tightened, since the main load falls on the legs.

Also, capoeira helps to get rid of the stomach, because various turns and slopes constantly tone the abdominal muscles. You will have to work on the relief additionally, but a toned flat stomach is definitely provided.

In addition, flexibility and coordination of the body develops. Your body becomes strong and manageable, and your movements are refined.

How are the classes

The first thing to do is take care of your clothes. You can buy a special suit or wear what is comfortable. The only thing is that loose T-shirts will not work, as you have to stand on your head. Shoes are not required - workouts are barefoot.

Any capoeira school divides the lesson into three stages:

• Warm up. It can be fitness exercises or standard dance moves;
• Practicing basic movements and techniques;
• The dance itself. At first, beginners can only watch from the sidelines. But after gaining the appropriate skills, they are allowed to participate on an equal footing with the rest.

Beginners need to remember that although the fight is non-contact, some injuries are still possible. It is not always possible to predict the opponent's movements and dodge. It also puts a lot of stress on the joints. Therefore, in the presence of diseases associated with them, it is necessary to consult a doctor.

Varieties

Brazilian capoeira includes two main styles - regional and angola. Regional is sharpness, speed, jumps and Here all blows are delivered at full strength, so it is not always possible to dodge. Thanks to this, regional is the most spectacular style. Angola is characterized by smooth and slow movements. This is not a very beautiful capoeira. This style is perfect for beginners. It will help you learn the basic movements well.

Most often, during the duel-dance, participants use both styles. But the main factor in choosing the manner of fighting is music, which has always been an integral part of the presentation and training. Moreover, ordinary music for capoeira will not work. Use exclusively folklore motifs and songs accompanied by the playing of ancient instruments. Such music acts as a background, and also provides inspiration, energizes the fighters and sets the mood of the game.

Conclusion

Now you know the answer to the question: "Capoeira - what is it?" If you are bored with simulators and begin to annoy the same type of exercises, then try to do this martial art. There has not yet been a single person who would be indifferent to this fashionable and exciting dance-fight.