Sequencias
de Bimba
Mestre Bimba created a set of prearranged sequences
in order to facilitate the learning of Capoeira Regional in
his academy. They utilize a simplified form of logical attacks,
defense, and movements of counter attack as a training tool.
The student is able to learn how to play with confidence and
is able to see how moves are properly executed.
Initiated from the ginga, the moves should be
executed at a fast pace. Keep in mind that the sequences should
be practiced at a slower speed until mastered and moves can
be executed without hesitation. Remember to execute each move
with proper technique. In the end, strive for continuous movement
and quick response.
Here are the first 3 of Bimba’s 8 sequencias
in their entirety.
First Sequence
Player One (Plain Pants) Meia Lua de Frente, Meia Lua de Frente,
Armada, Aú Player Two (Striped Pants) Cocorinha, Cocorinha,
Esquiva, Role
Description: Both players start with ginga. From the right
leg in back, player 1 initiates with a meia lua de frente
and continues to ginga. Player 2 responds with a cocorinha.
With the left leg now back, player 1 kicks another meia lua
de frente. He then, instead of placing left foot back to parallel,
places drops his foot in front and proceeds with an armada.
Player 2 responds with a cocorinha and counter attacks with
an esquiva. Player 1 escapes with an Aú.
Second Sequence
Player One (Plain Pants) Martelo, Martelo, Cocorinha, Benção,
Aú
Player Two (Striped Pants) Rastera, Rastera, Armada, Negativa,
Role
Description: Both players start with ginga.
From the right leg in back, player 1 initiates with a martelo,
finishing with leg back and continues to ginga. Player 2 responds
with a rastera to player 1’s left foot. (note player
2 gets out of the martelo first by moving sideways before
applying the rastera) With the left leg now back, player 1
kicks another martelo finishing with the left foot back. Player
2 responds with a rastera to player 1’s right foot.
(note player 2 gets out of the martelo first by moving sideways
before applying the rastera) He then counter attacks with
an armada to the right, finishing in back. Player 1 escapes
with a cocorinha and immediately responds with a right foot
Benção, finishing in back. Player 2 escapes
in a negativa and applies a rastera to player 1’s left
foot with his right foot. Player 1 escapes with an Aú.
Third Sequence
Player One (Plain Pants) Queixada, Queixada, Cocorinha, Benção,
Aú
Player Two (Striped Pants) Cocorinha, Cocorinha, Armada, Nevagtiva,
Role
Description: Both players start with ginga.
From the parallel position, player 1 initiates by placing
his right foot forward and kicks a queixada, finishing with
leg back . Player 2 responds with a cocorinha. With the right,
player 1 turn to right and kicks another queixada finishing
with the left foot back. Player 2 responds with a cocorinha.
He then counter attacks with an armada to the right, finishing
in back. Player 1 escapes with a cocorinha and immediately
responds with a right foot Benção, finishing
in back. Player 2 escapes in a negativa and applies a rastera
to player 1’s left foot with his right foot. Player
1 escapes with an Aú.
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