CAPOEIRA RODA BM11!!

[Tucano]

Hi all!! My name is Tucano and I am attempting to find other capoeiristas to organize a roda of sorts!!!
I will be bringing a Berimbau and a Pandeiro.

Please post here if you: play capoeira, want to learn capoeira, want to watch etc.....

All traditions welcome!!!

-Tucano (Capoeira Angola Quintal)

I clearly cannot figure out how to embed this video but here you go: http://www.youtube.com/watch?index=93&f ... 50BA3578DC

[Sic Pup]

I have to admit I had to google it.... wow! Very impressive, I'd definitely watch.

Wiki: Capoeira is a Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, sports, and music.

[Tucano]

So, Anyone have friends that play capoeira that are going??

[watsonic]

tucano,

practically every year for the last 10 or so there has been a roda that happens many times at center camp. i couldn't find a link for last year after a quick search but this is from 2009. you might email the guy listed there: http://earth.burningman.com/brc/2009/playa_event/1604/

good luck. capoeira is awesome. i haven't played in a while but if i see a roda happening or get whiff of one scheduled i'll come join!

w

[Leopardo]

Hey folks,
capoeirista of nine years and first time burner... let's make the roda happen!

[delle]

First thought after watching the vid was "Oh My! I'm just not that flexible anymore".

Then I got real and changed it to "Crap! I've NEVER been that flexible!".

I guess it would be something to take up if I wanted to ensure needing a spot in the mobility camp. Can't locate a single muscle that wouldn't be pulled beyond recognition!


Tho I'd gladly stand on the sidelines and clap. I can (still) do that!!!!

Hope to be there when it happens!!!!

[Prabvi]

YES! A Playa Roda would be awesome, let us know when/where! Where are all you Capoeiristas camping at?

My partner Sadu & I started learning Capoeira this year. We've played a few street rodas in L.A.
We'll be camping & performing (DJ/BellyDance set) @ Hookahdome (2:00 & A).

More info about us on Facebook:
Music: http://www.facebook.com/sadusignal
Dance: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Prabvi-Gu ... 1306661345
Variety Show: http://www.facebook.com/TheHarlequinade

Hope to see you soon!!

[graidawg]

ive watched capoiera before (not written it though) looks fun, though probably something you start at age before you put your hand on your knee to stand or sit

[Ninja Nemo]

Oi, my wife is Brasilera and I am a former martial artist who has been dying to learn capoeira. Unfortunately, the classes in my region are too much for me ($20+/hour) and I haven't been able to learn much besides the basic ginga by watching how-to videos. If anyone would be willing to help a newbie learn, I would be ever grateful. Hell, maybe I could even participate in your roda if I caught on quickly (I know, wishful thinking). Either way, my wife and I would love to be a part of your festivities, however we can contribute.

[VioletaV]

Hello,

My husband is interested in connecting with people that will be playing capoeira at the playa this coming week. Please contact him at sageblades@gmail.com to let us know where you will be.

Thank you & Happy Burn!

Vio

[Minke]

Oi galera!

I would definitely join in for a roda! Just have to know where and when!

Amélie

[Leopardo]

Just a note to folks- I'm camped at 10:00 and I @ Flower Camp- just ask for leopardo or I will visit Center Camp now and then to try to get something started... always glad to share a little knowledge or gift a lesson to anyone who wants one. Ate logo boa gente e muito Axé!!!

[AsherB2]

Reply to "delle"

"delle" Don't worry about the flexibility or physical strength, it comes with the time if practiced regularly.
Capoeira is also a very healthy sport and very effective, especially "Capoeira Angola" It's also good for cardio.

When I see people running in the morning, I think it's better to do capoeira and not damage the knees or back, and it also activates the whole body.

I began learning Capoeira at the age of 12 but mostly "cordao de ouro" It's another type of Capoeira, with faster movements and also with acrobatics but because of that it's a bit more dangerous, from experience .
But I also learned "Angola" and "makulele" (It Capoeira with more rhythm and with sticks, and I think originally it was with type of machetes).

Now I also do other things and not just Capoeira.

Good luck.

[wh..sh]

Had to google Capoeira up... it's fantastic. It would be interesting to watch on playa.
Reminded me of age old form of martial arts practiced in India - Kalaripayattu.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kalaripayattu