Basic No-Contact Capoeira
Basic capoeira without contact: the Brazilian art combining martial arts and dance — ginga, dodges and slow kicks in a music circle.
How to play
- Learn the ginga, the basic swaying step, to clapping or music.
- Practice dodges (low and to the side).
- Add slow kicks that pass over or beside the partner.
- Form a circle and play in pairs for one minute while the rest clap.
Rules
- No contact: kicks go over or beside your partner.
- Slow and controlled movements.
Variations
Easier
Ginga and dodges.
Standard
Add one kick.
Harder
Free play in the circle.
Adaptations
- Limited mobility: play the rhythm.
- Knee problems: high dodges.
Learning goals
- Learn about Afro-Brazilian culture.
- Develop rhythm and control.
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