Capoeira was an african fighting style that in Brazil developed into a dance and game. It started off in Ango- la under the name of “Zebra Game” and was imported together with a suitcase of African customs during colonial slavery.

Just like Candomble, it was oppressed by the slave masters and its practice forbidden. Slaves did not want to let go of this  valuable and cultural art, so they kept practicing it secretely in clearings in the sugar cane fields. Since they did not want to  leave any injuries on their partners, which would serve as evidence, they removed physical contact while mainting the  moves and blows. It persisted, despite repeated oppression, police scuffles and manhunts for over 400 years. 

Where to see it :
Associacao Capoeira Mestre Bimba, Tue-Fri 19h
Mercado Modelo, all week till 17h (bring change for contribution)
Federacao Brasileira de Capoeira Angola, Tue-Fri 19h