Capoeira Angola

Capoeira Angola is a traditional Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, music, and acrobatics. Originating from African slaves in Brazil, it emphasizes fluid, low movements, strategy, and improvisation. Practitioners engage in a roda, or circle, where they perform movements to rhythms played by instruments like the berimbau. Unlike modern Capoeira, which is more acrobatic, Capoeira Angola focuses on cultural expression, rhythm, and maintaining a connection to its historical roots. It serves as both a physical practice and a means of preserving African heritage, promoting community and social interaction through its performances and songs.