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Capoeira 100: An Illustrated Guide to the Essential Movements and Techniques | 
 enlarge | Author: Gerard Taylor
Creator: Anders Kjaergaard
Publisher: Blue Snake Books
Category: Book
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Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 74595
Media: Paperback
Pages: 350
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.3
Dimensions (in): 10.3 x 7.7 x 0.9
ISBN: 1583941762
Dewey Decimal Number: 793.31981
EAN: 9781583941768
ASIN: 1583941762
Publication Date: January 9, 2007
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Product Description
Capoeira 100 is an illustrated guide to 100 essential techniques used in the art of capoeira. Each movement is accompanied by a series of color photographs that show how it is done, as well as helpful pointers and tips on how to apply the technique in the game of capoeira. The book is divided into sections for beginner, intermediate and advanced movements. Ground-work, kicks, escapes, "floreios," flying kicks, and acrobatic movements are all covered.
Capoeira 100 is unique among English-language capoeira books in that it is illustrated by full-color photographs, and it focuses 100% on technique. Sequences of movements, drills, games, and conditioning exercises give the reader a chance to practice capoeira workouts at least a hundred times without ever repeating the same routine twice.
These exercises can be done alone, and many can be done with a partner to create the real conditions of the game. Rather than being theoretical, all the information and instruction in this book are geared toward functional use, so that students can train at their optimal pace. Specificity of movements and exercises are structured to help readers achieve steady improvement of capoeira skills. Additionally, the author provides encouragement and no-nonsense advice, based on his 10+ years experience as a capoeira instructor and nearly 20 years as a player.
Readers not affiliated with a capoeira club will find information about the capoeira game, and advice on etiquette and strategies of play. The glossary of 100 terms helps new players understand Portuguese descriptions used in Brazil. A question-and-answer section at the end of the book addresses some of the most frequently asked enquiries about this fascinating sport.
This is an indispensable manual for those who have been searching for a concise "how-to" guide to capoeira techniques, and who are already connected with a capoeira group or teacher. It will be of interest as well to freestyle martial artists, dancers, actors, and others who increasingly look to capoeira for its inspiring and exciting techniques.
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 Great Compaion Book To Classes May 12, 2007
Michael Darmas (Los Angeles, CA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
This book does a great job of breaking down the mechanics of beginner, intermediate & advanced capoeira movements. However, understand that the book alone will not teach you capoeira! I take 1 - 2 classes a week here in Los Angeles & there have been some movements in class that I just didn't understand. Being able to come home & look up the movements in the book, where they are broken down step by step in photographs with instructions has helped me a great deal when I've hit a block. In addition, it covers both Angola and Regional styles of capoeira so you can tailor it to your practice. Finally, one of the coolest elements of the book is that for every move, it gives you pointers on when you could use the move, and others moves that can precede or follow it. That's helped me a lot in learning how to "chain" my moves with more fluidity. The only way to make this book better is if there were a companion DVD that allowed you to see the moves in real time. (hint, hint) I also have the Capoeira Conditioning book by the same author. Together they're like the text & workbook to go with the classes I'm taking.
 Just what you need January 31, 2007
Derek S. Wilkerson
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
This is a very good book for anyone doing Capoeira. There may be some stances that everyone does not agree with but not all capoeira students train in the same stance. But all the moves are acurate and are very well explained and photographed. This book also explains when you would use a move to counter or attack. There are training solo and partner instructions for beginners and some background information of the sport as well.
Photos and more February 8, 2007
Brian Norris (Zion, IL USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I like this book it was great for showing many variations of the same moves. I've recomened it to others in my roda and they loved it. The book gives you several photos to illistrate the moves. It doesn't stop there it gives advice on good points to use a move and several exercises. It's pretty streight forword about everything and skips philosophy so that it is more accessable to those that don't want others to define and art that each individual needs to find for themselves.
perfect for beginners! July 8, 2007
Glenn W. Holloway (stratford, ct. usa)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I discovered capoeira by accident 35 years ago while watching the film "Back Orpheus" on television. In one scene, the protagonist is attacked by the Devil, who entres the scene with a cartwheel and two front kicks. I was studying kung fu at the time, but this clearly was not Asian! The film was shot in Brazil in 1959 so I figured that Brazil figured into my search for what i later found out was an ancient Afro- Brazilian martial art. I am now 56 years old and a Capoeirista still. This is an excellent book for the beginner but even an old dog like me can use it. The photos and text are fantastic and explain everything quite well. I am losing weight, becoming more flexible and fast...even for my age! This book really is responsible for this. Attention all capoeirestas and wanna- be's: buy this book!
The Sweet Detective
helpful November 12, 2007
S. Ynoa (Philadelphia, PA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This book is very helpful and one of a kind. I gave it five stars but i guess there is room for improvement. I think the pictures could look prettier or have arrows but then again maybe there is a functional value to it.
I would tell anyone to buy it if they are a beginner. It demonstrates moves and transitional moves. And when i get confused I use it as a reference. It is also provides some philosophy behind capoeira. I use it a lot when i am playing at home. It even gives combinations to try after breaking moves down. It is very reader friendly. also has a sturdy binding so you can throw it around and it stays intact. Overall, I was pleased with the purchase.
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