10 Interesting Fact About Capoeira

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• Capoeira is a martial art originating from Brazil in the 16th century.
• The word capoeira comes from the Portuguese language which means an isolated chicken coop or small place.
• Initially, Capoeira was used by slaves who wanted to fight the Portuguese invaders.
• Capoeira movements are inspired by animal movements such as cats, monkeys, and crocodiles.
• In Capoeira, music and songs are very important and accompany the movements of the players.
• Capoeira is not only sports, but also performing arts that are often performed on the stage.
• Capoeira players usually wear traditional clothes in the form of white pants, shirts, and veils.
• Capoeira can help improve physical health, coordination, and confidence.
• There are many jargons or special languages in Capoeira such as Ginga, Au, Meia Lua, and Macaco.
• Capoeira also has many different variations and styles, such as Capoeira Angola, Regional Capoeira, and Capoeira Contemporana.