Capoeira: A Martial Art Form

Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, music, and self-defense. Originating in the African slave communities of Brazil in the 16th century, it is characterized by fluid movements, kicks, and dodges performed in a circle called a "roda." Practitioners, known as "capoeiristas," typically engage to rhythmic music and song, creating a vibrant cultural experience. Capoeira emphasizes agility, rhythm, and strategy rather than brute force, making it both a physical discipline and an expressive art form that fosters community and cultural identity.