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This Capoeira move is for deflecting kicks. It’s done by starting with the Ginga position, then moving your upper body sideways until your chest is close or touching your knees, while covering your face with your arms. You can switch sides so that you can deflect any kicks that will be delivered by your opponents.
Always remember that you have to go on the opposite direction of the kick to avoid any contact with it. This movement is for deflecting kicks, so be sure to use it to ward off kicks and not to repel it through direct contact.
Capoeira is a useful technique for protecting yourself and your buddies, so be sure to use it for this purpose only. Being too cocky and brandishing your skill in this technique will never do you any good. Defending yourself from the bad guys is very much different than asking for trouble, because you know you can protect yourself. Know the difference before trying to learn this technique.