Capoeira Volta Ao Mundo
This video shows how to do a Volta Ao Mundo in capoeira. The volta ao mundo (lit: Around the World) is basically like a gymnastic front walkover but sideways and with a twist. It actually looks quite difficult but is a lot easier then the front walkover in artistic gymnastics. For more information about capoeira, check out the animated capoeira section.
Execution
- Practice every new capoeira technique from the ginga.
- Step forward with your left leg.
- Then plant you left leg on the floor and start moving your right leg like if your were doing a wushu back sweep, but higher.
- Kick your right leg 45° up and and plant both hands exactly where your right foot was before. The left hand points straight forward and the right hands points slightly to the right.
- Arch your back and lift your hip with the momentum of your leg.
- The right leg goes back to the floor first and the let hand stays on the floor longer.
- Push your left leg and your hip forward-up at the end.
Advice
- Keep in mind that in capoeira you should always look at your opponent as long as possible.
- Most capoeiristas only practice one side of the volta ao mundo.
- Warm up and stretch your back, your shoulders and your legs before you try this capoeira wheel.
- Exercise: Try to to 3 volta ao mundo's in a row.
Performance
- In this Video: Capoeira Team Cordao de Ouro Bolivia
- Club: Capoeira Bolivia - Cordao de Ouro
- Location: La Paz - Bolivia
- Taped by: Mavi
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