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2006-08-07 04:24:45 · 10 answers · asked by jayzrod2k@ameritech.net 1 in Sports ➔ Martial Arts
Capoeira (IPA: [kapu'ej??]) is a Brazilian martial art developed initially by African slaves in Brazil, starting in the colonial period. It is marked by deft, tricky movements often played on the ground or completely inverted. It also has a strong acrobatic component in some versions and is always played with music.
There are two main styles of Capoeira that are clearly distinct. Angola is characterized by slower, lower play with particular attention to the rituals and tradition of Capoeira. The other style, Regional (IPA: [he?iu'naw]), is known for its fluid acrobatic play, where technique and strategy are the key points. Regional was created by Mestre Bimba. Both styles are marked by the use of feints and subterfuge, and use groundwork extensively, as well as sweeps, kicks, and headbutts.
Recently, the art has been popularized by the addition of Capoeira performed in various computer games and movies, and Capoeira music has featured in modern pop music (see Capoeira in popular culture).
2006-08-07 05:29:13 · answer #1 · answered by The Krieg 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art developed initially by African slaves in Brazil, starting in the colonial period. It is marked by deft, tricky movements often played on the ground or completely inverted. It also has a strong acrobatic component in some versions and is always played with music.
Check out these sites to learn more: http://www.capoeira.com/news.php
http://www.capoeira.cc/
hope this helps and good luck!
2006-08-07 14:17:21 · answer #2 · answered by nm_angel_eyes 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Capoeira
2006-08-07 21:46:18 · answer #3 · answered by tyrone b 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
From the above post, you already know about capoeira.
I also want to add that the Malay martial art of Pencak Silat also traditionally do their forms to music.
2006-08-07 13:07:07 · answer #4 · answered by The Roo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Capoeira!
It's a beautiful martial ats that originated in Brazil.
Here are two sites for you.
This one gives history
http://www.capoeira10.com/capoeira.htm
This one is a video of the art
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQtIfLBr8JQ&search=capoeira
2006-08-07 13:19:39 · answer #5 · answered by Sensei Rob 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Capoeira and Wu Shu.
2006-08-07 18:35:28 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They made a disco song out of it- (Everybody was) Kung Fu Fighting!
2006-08-07 21:15:56 · answer #7 · answered by Ben P 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lol that Capoeira thing looks useless but good exersize i guess
2006-08-07 16:06:54 · answer #8 · answered by jared l 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
martal arts
2006-08-07 11:36:34 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
capulara
2006-08-07 11:28:15 · answer #10 · answered by redirus92 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋