Capoeira dates back to the 18th century, probably created by slaves in Brazil during their battle for freedom. Since then, Capoeira has developed and is enjoying a surge in popularity, featuring in video games, films and music videos.This book goes back to basics and looks at what Capoeira is, the differences between the different styles, and then demonstrates and explains the basic movements that any Capoeirista will need to know. All of the moves are broken down into clear step-by-step photographs and instructions, demonstrated by a master of Capoeira.