capoeira (dance)

Reviews the history of capoeira, a dance style that mixes martial arts, acrobatics, and dance, provides a step-by-step guide to some of the most popular capoeira moves, and includes an interview with capoeira expert Mark Obstfield.

Full-color photographs and text describe the history and practice of Capoeira, a centuries-old Brazilian martial art form that incorporates traditional movements and rhythmic music.

Traces the roots and history of capoeira, the martial art which was developed by Brazilian slaves and combines dance, play, ritual, and self-defense.