Attacks Level 2

What you are going to learn:

  1. Entradas & fakes

  2. Strikes attacks (kicks traumatizantes)

  3. Hands attacks

 1. Entradas and fakes

Almost the same move but with a different intention

Entrada (entrance) means the steps you do before the movement to set up the movement and fintas (fake) is when you are faking you do a move to convince your partner to move and then do something else instead to trick your partner

While kicks can be used to attack, they can also be used as a trap for another attack.

Entrada de armada (“entrance” to armada)

This is the step that comes before you throw your leg. This movement is perfect to work the mobility of your spine.

Entrada de meia lua de compasso (“entrance” to MLC)

This is the step that comes before you throw your leg. This movement is perfect to work the mobility of your spine.

Strikes kicks

The clear difference between round kicks and strike kicks in capoeira is that round kicks can be used to initiate conversation and establish the flow of the game, while strike kicks, as the name implies, are used to hit a partner, disrupt their conversation, and invite a more aggressive style of play.

"Traumatizantes" strikes serve as more offensive attacks, often aiming to disrupt your partner's rhythm and encourage a more confrontational style of play.

Before employing these attacks, it's crucial to understand their intention and when and how to use them. Additionally, mastering the corresponding escapes is vital. For instance, if you execute a "martelo" or "benção" kick, anticipate your partner's potential response.

A quick note: All kicks should be practiced with the intent to be effective and controlled rather than avoiding your partner. Strike only when necessary, for self-defense or asserting your position in the game. It's vital to maintain integrity and respect, avoiding cowardice. Regardless of the kick, always ensure that your aim is accurate, directed at the target area like the head, shoulders, hips, or stomach.

Martelo

The martelo, which literally means "hammer", is generally defined as a strike with the instep, or lower part of the shin against the opponent's body; the most common target is temple of the head, shoulder, or the rib.

Benção

Literally "blessing". It is a straight forward frontal push kick. It is commonly aimed at the abdominal or chest area, and the capoeirista hits with either the whole sole of the foot or with the heel. The level of impact varies with its range and intent from a soft tap to an inward jumping stomp to the head, or torso.

Pay attention to the follow tips to apply in the move:

  • Keep your arms protecting your face

  • When you kick keep in mind that your partner is moving all the time.

  • keep your head far from your partner attack reachness

  • Bring your legs strong down

CONNECTING KICKS FOR A BETTER FLOW

Connecting kicks Tips

Connecting kicks in capoeira is like putting together a puzzle. It's about smoothly moving from one kick to the next, creating a beautiful chain of actions. It's like a dance that links your kicks in a graceful way. Just like connecting the dots, these kicks become steps in a rhythmical story. It's all about making your moves flow together, so you can showcase your skills while keeping the energy alive and exciting.

How to combine moves:

  1. Meia lua de frente de trás + meia lua de frente avançando

  2. Meia lua de frente avançando + meia lua de frente de trás

  3. Meia lua de frente + Queixada

  4. Meia lua de frente + armada

  5. Armada + queixada

  6. Meia lua de frente + armada + queixada

  7. Queixada + armada

  8. Armada + meia lua de compasso

  9. Meia lua de compasso + queixada

Resource: Intro Program Book created by M. Cabeção to assist students through the learning process and en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capoeira

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