Above about Capoeira that suitable for all.
Imagine the dance that the whole body than doubled, while the martial art used.
Creative dance, sports and exotic art form capoeira movements used to make a more philosophical approach to the eye.
The dance tells the story of the slave trade acutely in 16 th century, the Portuguese in Brazil. Many of the slaves brought to Brazil were from Angola in Africa, where the name of Capoeira Angola.
The dance was supposed to be used by slaves as an expression of freedom.
Since any movement of words made may Capoeira as a language.
Devon Angoleiros Do Mar - means that players from the sea - is a small group, which seeks to preserve capoeira.
It is aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles and promote cultural awareness, offers weekly classes in Exeter and Plymouth, as well as regular seminars and exhibitions.
Owner Angoleiros Thu Mar Devon 30 years, Christie O'Callaghan, Plymouth. He had just concluded an official trainer - have made the first non-Brazilian teacher for a group of such status. He said: "I began, capoeira, dance and music, and immediately addictive practice.
"Capoeira is a celebration of Afro-Brazilian culture, and this is a great way to express themselves creatively.
"Capoeira Angola is practiced in the traditional style of capoeira today.
"It's magic, trick, charm, wisdom, art, culture, dance, history, education, philosophy of life, lifestyle, and, if necessary, the martial arts.
"Capoeira as a dance and games, as this battle. Although it is not a fight with the intent to use, which showed an important role in the history and development.
"This is the restoration of the situation in life occur in a complex combination of dance, acrobatics, tricks and play in a circle waiting for the actors and musicians.
"Players take turns to enter the circle in pairs to create a movement to another.
"The group is very welcoming and friendly. Capoeira for everyone - our students are young children to adults."
Jason Frost, 31, from Exwick Road, Exeter, is the practice of capoeira throughout the year and participated in several displays.
He said: "I have never been particularly interested in dance or martial arts, but the game is almost reversed.
"There is a strong sense of community in the group and the more involved you are, the more it becomes."
Chloe Pooley, 34, Newman Road, St Thomas, Exeter, is the practice of capoeira played a little over a year, as well as in several displays.
"Capoeira is a synthesis of martial arts, dance, movement and music," she said. "It is very fun and has a high social component.
"All you need is enthusiasm and openness. However, the flexibility will definitely help!
"It's not so easy to take. But if you do this, it becomes very addictive."
