Agogô de Castanha: Natural Agogo Bells in Capoeira Music
Learn about the Agogô de Castanha, a natural Brazilian percussion instrument made from Castanha nuts, and how its warm woody sound fits into Capoeira music.
Why Capoeiristas Around the World Love Rainha Shoes
Check out what makes these Brazilian shoes so special If you’ve been to a capoeira event anywhere in the world, you’ve probably seen them: Rainha VL2500 shoes have been a favorite among capoeiristas for decades. Originally designed in Brazil as an indoor volleyball shoe, their lightweight construction, flexible canvas upper and grippy rubber sole made …
Our Berimbaus
The Berimbau is one of Capoeira’s main symbols and instruments. It gives sound and rhythm to the Roda. It lays the theme of the game. At ZumZum Capoeira Shop, we take Berimabu making very seriously! All of our Berimbaus are completely hand made by us (if to be exact, by our Professor Carlos “Zap”, who has been making …
Tips To Choose Capoeira Clothing
Capoeira is a popular sport that has gained immense popularity in recent years. Capoeira is an amalgamation of fight and dance and is considered a unique sport that was created by African slaves living in Brazil. It is not just a simple fitness workout. You can get insights into the Brazilian culture as you start …
The Must-have Musical Instruments For A Capoeira Roda
Do you know what a Capoeira Roda is? To simply put, it is a form of art that has Afro-Brazilin roots. This Brazilian form of martial art includes dance, fight, and music, making it a fantastic depiction of enslaved Africans’ struggles during colonization centuries back. Roda is the way Capoeira is played, and the musical …