Capoeira de Angola

Capoeira de Angola is a traditional Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, music, and acrobatics. Originating among enslaved Africans in Brazil, it features a fluid, low-to-the-ground style of movement, emphasizing strategy and playfulness. Practitioners engage in a circular game, called a "roda," where they showcase their skills while accompanied by live music, typically featuring instruments like the berimbau. Capoeira de Angola emphasizes cultural expression, community, and the preservation of African heritage, making it both a form of self-defense and an art form deeply rooted in history and social connection.