Let’s Do Karate!
This article tells you about
- what is karate
- what type of sport is karate
- some interesting facts
- A fun video of Jim Carrey doing karate!
Ancient Martial Art: Floating on Water
Shi Liliang a Shaolin monk, ran 15 meters on water! Beating his previous record of 10.
The Rhythms of Capoeira
Music is an integral part of Capoeira, the Brazillian Martial Art. It sets the tempo and style of the game that is taking place in the roda. Rhythm, instruments and music make the game.
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The Music of Capoeira
Music is an essential part of Capoeira. The speed and type of game are controlled by the music. Rhythm is the heartbeat of Capoeira and song is the soul. Music calls capoeiristas to perform acrobatic feats or remind them of old traditions and history. Without music, Capoeira is not complete. To define oneself as a capoeirista, one must master several percussion instruments of African origin.
Capoeira in Popular Culture
Capoeira, the Afro-Brazilian martial art, renown for its acrobatic movements and kicks, has been featured in numerous films, TV show and video games.
The History of Capoeira
The word Capoeira comes from the indigenous Brazilian Tupi-Guarani language and means and overgrown area that has been cut back. It was during the 16th Century that Capoeira came to mean an Afro-Brazilian martial art that was practiced by the African slaves who were brought to Brazil from Angola and the Congo to work on the sugar plantations.
Capoeira Movements
These unique movements which range from intense kicks to split second esquivas or escapes, it is essential to put them all together to form the fluid call and response of the game.
Capoeira: Au Batido
Au Batido is one of the central moves of Capoeira. The move serves as a foundation on which to build other more complicated Capoeira moves.
Capoeira Takedowns
Capoeira, created by African slaves in Brazil, is a fun, challenging game involving physical stamina and mental strategy. It combines elements of self-defence, acrobatics, dance, music, language and culture.
