However, the dance movements incorporate a large number of side flips, roundhouse kicks, handstands and other martial arts movements, and are considered to have strong combat applications. Although it has existed for hundreds of years, it was not until the 1930s that Capoeira was officially allowed to be taught and spread among the people. Since this dance originated in Africa, it has also incorporated a considerable degree of the cultural characteristics of the Brazilian indigenous people. Therefore it is considered Brazil...