Tuesday 20 April 2010

CAPOEIRA: DANCE OR SPORT?


It was first performed by African slaves in the state of Bahia in Brazil in the 1800s. This original art form is the creation of the slave culture that once existed in Brazil.
Slaves in Brazil invented capoeira as a way of fighting against their owners and it later became a popular activity. Capoeira brings together the body, mind and soul. Moreover, students of capoeira learn from a very experienced teacher, who is sometimes called a master.
The practice of slavery is long gone, but capoeira still exists. Nowadays, there are many capoeira clubs around the world. This practice has become especially popular with children and teenagers.
Do you like capoeira? Do you practise it?


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