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Capoeira

Martial arts
Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art and game that includes elements of dance, acrobatics, music and spirituality. It is known for its acrobatic and complex maneuvers, often involving hands on the ground and inverted kicks. Wikipedia
Language: Portuguese language
Also known as: jogo de angola; jogo de capoeira; capoeiragem
Ancestor arts: engolo, batuque, possibly moraingy and savate
Date of formation: unknown, first mention in 1789
Focus: kicks, evasions, takedowns, handstands, acrobatics
Meaning: forest clearing
Related arts: danmyé; knocking and kicking; breakdancing

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