Capoeira Demonstration - Curitiba, Brazil
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A demonstration of Capoeira by the Muzenza group in Curitiba, Brazil. Capoeira is known for its acrobatic, gravity-defying moves—think hands on the ground, inverted kicks, and fluid, dynamic transitions. It's all about movement, not fixed stances, with the ginga—a rocking step—at the heart of the technique. Often described as a martial art disguised as a dance, capoeira is more than just combat; it’s a powerful way to preserve culture, spirituality, and self-defense.
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