Capoeira Beginner's Blog

Capoeira Event, Simple Tips for Success!

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:36:11 GMT

Know what to do the day of your capoeira event with these tips!

Capoeira Events, An Introduction

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:02:49 GMT

Learn to make the most out of capoeira events here!

Involved in Events!

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 06:03:25 GMT

Hey! It's been a busy month full of capoeira this past November. I attended two great capoeira events here in LA! The first was Festival Sem Dend No Vou Jogarhosted by Cordo de Ouro Los Angeles, the group I currently train with. It was a 3-day event with many great workshops, rodas and guests. On the Saturday of the event, I was training in workshops and playing in rodas for a good 8 hours. Not only did I learn a lot, I met a lot of great capoeiristas at it! The second event was Zumbi Day, an event held by Mestre Amen of Capoiera Batuque. Some friends and I attended and enjoyed some amazing maculele, afro-dance, samba and capoeira workshops. After, we relaxed in a 3 and a half hour roda! Needless to say it was extremely fun and tiring. Events are great for really putting all of the training we do in the academy into perspective. They put our skills to the test and allow us to get a fuller picture of the capoeira community at large. Keep an eye out for events near you and be sure to go!

Capoeira Event

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:44:45 GMT

Hey all! Lately I've been training a lot for an upcoming capoeira I'm attending in LA with the new group I'm training with. It'll be my first event I've been to this year! I'm really excited and happy with the way my game is coming along. It's a great motivation to meet and play with other capoeiristas. I'm definitely looking forward to the workshops and rodas. I'll take some pictures and give an update after the event. I've included a link with the flier. If you in the LA area this weekend, check it out, it's going to be great! Gafanhoto

Capoeira Movie Clips, Contra Mestres Denis & Chicote

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:23:57 GMT

This is a great capoeira movie clip with two great Contra Mestres, Denis and Chicote!

Capoeira Movie Clips, Contra Mestre Chicote

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 18:15:20 GMT

This is a awesome capoeira movie clip of Contra Mestre Chicote playing many beautiful games!

How to Learn Capoeira!

Sun, 18 Oct 2009 16:44:38 GMT

Tips to start to learn capoeira here!

Capoeira Movie Clips, A Capoeira Demonstration!

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 15:38:48 GMT

Capoeira movie clips like this provide a glimpse into the world and beauty of capoeira...

Start Playing Capoeira, Culturally Rich Brazilian Martial Art

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 16:29:39 GMT

Learn and experience the essence of capoeira. Get introduced to the music, movements, history and more of this amazing martial art.

A Brief History of Capoeira!

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 16:28:40 GMT

The history of capoeira is a complex and fascinating story of the uniting of slaves to develop a form of self defense...

MMA Capoeira Fight!

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 14:54:39 GMT

This is a recent clip showing an MMA capoeira fight, with capoeira being used effectively!

Capoeira MP3, Find and Download Capoeira Music Here!

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 14:52:51 GMT

Having a capoeira mp3 collection makes learning songs, instruments and experiencing capoeira easier. Learn where to get them here...

Start Playing Capoeira's Privacy Policy

Sat, 30 May 2009 16:05:06 GMT

This is the privacy policy for Start Playing Capoeira and it's viewers

Capoeira Music, Capoeira Lyrics and Capoeira Information!

Tue, 26 May 2009 15:11:51 GMT

Capoeira music is an essential part of the art of capoeira. Learn about its purpose, elements and where you can find it here...

Return from Costa Rica!

Fri, 22 May 2009 14:42:10 GMT

Hey everybody! If you've been wondering why this website has been pretty stale for the past 3 months, it's because I was out of the country. I've just recently returned from Costa Rica and am getting geared up to work on the site a lot more! Keep posted on the blog or e-zine for upcoming updates, announcements and news on capoeira. Thanks!

Capoeira Clips, Eddy Gordo, Christie Monteiro

Fri, 22 May 2009 14:24:42 GMT

This is one of the unique capoeira clips, showing capoeira fighters Eddy Gordo and Christie Monteiro from Tekken!

Capoeira Clips, Mestre Suassuna

Thu, 21 May 2009 13:33:46 GMT

This is one of my personal favorite capoeira clips showing Mestre Suassuna playing in the roda with a machete and a razor!

Berimbau, How to Play

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 19:09:29 GMT

Learn the notes and how to play the berimbau here...

Back Stretches for Capoeira Fitness

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:22:04 GMT

There are many movements that require back flexibility for capoeira fitness. These quality back stretches are the key to reaching this point.

Simple Shoulder Stretches, for Capoeira Flexibility!

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:21:38 GMT

Use these simple shoulder stretches to keep your arms loose and flexible for any maneuver or escape...

Effective Neck Stretches for Capoeira Awareness

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:17:25 GMT

Learn simple, effective neck stretches. Keep your head in the right direction when it matters most...

Leg Stretches, for Smooth Movement and Kicks

Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:14:26 GMT

Your legs are used in all parts of capoeira, from throwing kicks, escaping and in ginga. This makes leg stretches essential to training smoothly and safely...

Capoeira Escapes, Learn to Dodge Any Attacks!

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 18:49:40 GMT

Used to dodge strikes and attacks, capoeira escapes are essential to playing the game and staying untouched. Learn about these unique moves here...

Experience the Capoeira Martial Art from the Players Themselves!

Fri, 30 Jan 2009 02:19:43 GMT

To understand the capoeira martial art experience, check out the experience of these bloggers!

Capoeira Instruments, Pandeiro

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 18:39:29 GMT

One of the leading capoeira instruments, the pandeiro provides a wide musical flexibility in a seemingly simple design...

Capoeira Video Clips, Denis and Piolho, Miudinho

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 17:37:24 GMT

This is one of my favorite capoeira video clips showing the close and quick game of miudinho!

Capoeira Video Clips, Xuxo and Chiquinho

Tue, 27 Jan 2009 23:02:00 GMT

This is one of the capoeira video clips showing a beautiful game of capoeira angola

Learn Capoeira Lyrics

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 16:14:26 GMT

For non-Portuguese speakers, learning capoeira lyrics to songs can be very challenging. Here are some simple tips to learn them fast...

Capoeira Instruments, Reco-Reco

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:46:22 GMT

The reco-reco is used the least out of all other capoeira instruments. Learn when it is used and the part it plays in the roda...

Capoeira Instruments that Really Set the Tone

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:26:26 GMT

Capoeira instruments really define the uniqueness of capoeira. Learn about all the different types and why they are so important to the art...

Capoeira Instruments, Agogo

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:23:50 GMT

One of the capoeira instruments, the agogo, accentuates a roda and is used in many styles of music...

Capoeira Video Clips - Mestres Joao Grande and Joao Pequeno

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:43:31 GMT

Watch capoeira video clips like this one, showing a great roda with Mestres Joao Grande and Joao Pequeno!

Capoeira Video Clips, Espirrio Mirim and Corbra Mansa

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:39:21 GMT

Watch capoeira video clips like this one, with Mestre Cobra Mansa and Mestre Espirrio Mirim

Capoeira Video Clips, Mestre Pastinha

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:33:16 GMT

Watch capoeira video clips like this one, showing Mestre Pastinha demonstrating movements and playing in a roda!

Capoeira Video Clips, Beautiful Capoeira Videos Organized by Type!

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 05:38:14 GMT

Watch amazing capoeira video clips including various styles, groups and mestres...

Capoeira Roda and the Capoeira Fight

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 05:21:50 GMT

The effort of all the training is revealed in the capoeira roda. Learn the layout and basic rules here!

What is Capoeira?

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 05:08:38 GMT

What is Capoeira? It is a martial art whose history and culture set it apart from all others...

Capoeira Masters, Keepers of Capoeira

Sat, 03 Jan 2009 17:23:50 GMT

Capoeira masters are essential to teaching capoeira and preserving its traditions. Learn about them and their importance here...

Berimbau, How to String and Hold

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 02:25:17 GMT

Before playing the berimbau, it's essential to learn how to string and hold it....

About Me, Introduction to Capoeira

Wed, 31 Dec 2008 01:12:11 GMT

Learn about me, the creator of Start-Playing-Capoeira, and how I entered the world of capoeira.

Contact Me

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:31:54 GMT

Use this "Contact Me" page to get in touch with me to ask questions, leave comments or feedback.

Unique Capoeira Punches and Hand Strikes

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 22:45:15 GMT

In addition to kicks, there are a number of unique capoeira punches and hand strikes. Learn about these attacks here...

Site Map

Mon, 22 Dec 2008 17:09:31 GMT

Use this site map to browse through all the content at Start Playing Capoeira.

Capoeira Moves, Capoeira Techniques and Tips for Learning!

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:26:24 GMT

Capoeira is a martial art with many unique and fascinating movements. Learn the diversity of these capoeira moves here...

List of Basic Capoeira Takedowns!

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 00:21:39 GMT

There are a wide variety of capoeira takedowns ranging from standing to ground positions. Learn what they are and how they look here...