concept   capoeira
culture   Brazil
statement   Capoeira is a traditional Afro-Brazilian martial art combining dance, music, and acrobatics with historical resistance against oppression.

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1 capoeira Brazil Capoeira is a traditional Brazilian martial art that combines elements of dance, acrobatics, and music 1
2 capoeira Brazil A traditional Afro-Brazilian martial art with elements of dance and music. 1
3 capoeira Brazil Incorporates acrobatics, music, and fast-paced movements, often performed in a roda (a circle). 1
4 capoeira Brazil Has deep historical and cultural roots, originating from the African slave trade in Brazil. 1
5 capoeira Brazil Traditionally associated with the marginalized Afro-Brazilian communities and historically linked to resistance against oppression. 1
6 capoeira Brazil Emphasizes improvisation, creativity, and dialogue in the interactions between practitioners in the roda. 1