Esquiva Atras - Capoeira Back Escape
This video shows how to do a capoeira back escape (Esquiva Atras). The back escape is only used when your opponent throws a high attack. Simply align your legs and bend back. Find more detailed
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Execution
- Step back with one leg.
- Then bend your upper body back and and down.
- Keep looking to your opponent and make sure one hand is always in front of your head.
- Then go back to the ginga.
Advice
- You should be able to do the esquiva atras at any time.
- Practice this esquiva with a training partner.
Performance
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