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The list of capoeira techniques includes kicks, headbutts, evasions, acrobatics and more. In capoeira, the main emphasis is normally placed on the interaction between kicks and evasions. Due to historical reasons, different capoeira groups use different names for the same techniques, or the same name for different techniques.
Pages in category "Capoeira techniques" The following 18 pages are in this category, out of 18 total. This list may not reflect recent changes. ...
Chapa de costas (back plate) is a back push kick in capoeira, and one of the few principal capoeira's kicks. [1] It is also basic kick in African martial art engolo, the forerunner of capoeira. [2] Chapa de costas is typical kick of capoeira Angola. [3] This "malicious" kick is similar to chapa de frente, applied from the back to the opponent. [4]
The Little Capoeira Book. Blue Snake Books. ISBN 9781583941980. Desch-Obi, M. Thomas J. (2008). Fighting for Honor: The History of African Martial Art Traditions in the Atlantic World. Columbia: University of South Carolina Press. ISBN 978-1-57003-718-4. Taylor, Gerard (2012). Capoeira 100: An Illustrated Guide to the Essential Movements and ...
Capoeira (Portuguese pronunciation: [kapuˈe(j)ɾɐ]) is a Afro-Brazilian martial art and game that includes elements of dance, acrobatics, music and spirituality.. It is known for its acrobatic and complex maneuvers, often involving hands on the ground and inverted kicks.
Aú batido (cartwheel kick) is a traditional capoeira cartwheel kick, known under various names in breakdancing, MMA and other disciplines. The cartwheel kick originated as a combat kick, but has become very popular as an acrobatic decoration (floreio). This is likely the most photographed capoeira move. [1]
Ginga is a key move which holds diverse parts of the capoeira game together. [8] Its significance cannot be overstated, as it enables capoeiristas to hide, dodge, feint, and attack. [ 4 ] The main purpose is to prepare the body for any number of movements such as evading, feinting, or delivering attacks while continuously shifting stances and ...
Chapa de frente is one of the few fundamental kicks in capoeira. [3] It is also documented in African martial art engolo, the forerunner of capoeira. [4] This traditional capoeira kick is direct, firm and fast. [5] Chapa de frente can be applied to numerous areas of the body, depending on the opponent's position. [6] It is commonly aimed at ...