Capoeira Roundhouse Kick - Martelo

This video shows how to do a Martelo (lit: Hammer) which is the capoeira version of the roundhouse kick. Click here for more capoeira videos and don't forget to check out the animated capoeira section.

Execution

• Start from the ginga and step back with your left leg.
• Then step back to the middle and lift your right nee. The leg is bent.
• Extend your leg without moving the knee too much. Twist on the ball of the foot of your standing leg and make sure the ankle of the kicking leg is extended.
• Then pull your foot back in a straight line and go back to your ginga.

Advice

• Practice both sides of the martelo.
• Keep looking straight to your opponent.
• Stretch your legs before you practice and capoeira kicks.

Performance

• In this Video: Juan Manuel - Cordao de Ouro from Bolivia
• Club: Capoeira Bolivia - Cordao de Ouro
• Location: La Paz - Bolivia
• Taped by: Mavi

Suggestions

• Capoeira Ginga
• Capoeira Esporao
• Capoeira Kip Up
• Capoeira Macaco
• Capoeira Main

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