5 Myths about capoeira

5 Myths about capoeira that is not real

1. You need to be born with it

Like many things in life, to be good at capoeira you need to be dedicated, work hard, and find good guidance. I have seen some of the most innately talented people give up in their first year of capoeira, and I have heard the most amazing capoeira players tell stories about their difficulties and how capoeira has helped them persist and overcome.

2. It’s too hard

Capoeira can be complex, it’s true. But most of what we see is performance by people who have dedicated their whole lives to this art. I have seen many people “play” capoeira within their first few weeks of training.

3. You need to have rhythm

You don’t need to have rhythm, strength, or flexibility to start capoeira. You just need to be open to learning! If you find a good teacher, you will get all this and much more from practicing capoeira. Capoeira is one of the most complete arts form, and it can improve your health overall - physically, mentally, socially, even spiritually.

4. Capoeira takes times

 This is both true and false. You can absolutely benefit from capoeira in a short period of time, with gains in health, strength, coordination, etc. The more you do, the more you want to do! The time you dedicate yourself to this art is worth it. I’ve been doing capoeira for almost 25 years, and I never regret it. Capoeira is a beautiful journey full of amazing memories and moments.

5. Capoeira is not a martial art

 In fact, capoeira is a martial art and much more. The combination of so many different elements makes capoeira unique. Students can develop in any direction they desire: you can be a fighter, a warrior, an artist, a musician, a performer, a teacher – an inspiration!