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Capoeira Basic Moves
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Benção
A straight push kick aimed at the opponent’s torso to push them away or unbalance them, performed with the sole of the foot.
Armada
A spinning kick that requires the capoeirista to turn around one full rotation before unleashing a horizontal kick at the opponent's torso or head.
Meia-lua de frente
A circular kicking technique where the practitioner swings their leg in an outward arc towards the opponent's head or body.
Macaco
A handstand-like move where the capoeirista kicks up with one leg while supporting their weight with their arms and flips over to land on their feet.
Role
A rolling movement used to dodge high attacks or quickly reposition oneself in the roda, resembling a sideways somersault.
Ginga
The fundamental movement in Capoeira, a constant rocking back and forth motion meant to keep a player moving and ready to attack or defend.
Queixada
A kick where the capoeirista steps to the side, swings their back leg across the front in a crescent motion aimed usually at the opponent's face.
Rasteira
A sweeping move aimed to take the opponent off their feet by targeting their legs while one is on the ground or standing.
Cabeçada
A headbutt directed at the opponent’s face or chest as a close-range attack, often surprising the opponent.
Martelo
A roundhouse kick where the capoeirista uses a snapping motion to strike the opponent's head or body with the top of the foot or the shin.
Esquiva
A defensive move where one avoids an attack by moving the body out of the way, often by bending at the knees or swaying to the side.
Tesoura
A double leg takedown that involves positioning oneself beside the opponent and using the legs to sweep them off the ground.
Au
The capoeira term for a cartwheel, which is used for evasion, to display athleticism, or transition into other movements.
Vingativa
A counter-attack move where the capoeirista wraps around the attacking leg and uses their body weight to unbalance the opponent.
Ponte
An acrobatic move that resembles a back bridge, used to gain flexibility and as a defensive technique to evade attacks or create openings.
Pião de mão
A spinning handstand move where the practitioner turns on their hands while keeping the body and legs in the air, demonstrating agility and control.
Chapa
A side kick that is performed by striking with the flat of the foot, usually aimed at the opponent’s torso or thigh to push them or cause damage.
Bandeira
A deceptive movement that combines a feint with a side step, often setting up for a counter-attack or creating distance.
Cocorinha
A squatting defensive move used to protect the head and body from high kicks by lowering the center of gravity.
Meia-lua de compasso
A powerful spinning kick delivered with the heel, usually aimed at the side of the opponent’s head or body.
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