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Spinning outside crescent kick
Names by art: Capoeira: Armada
Appears in 1 art.
⚠ Train with an instructor. Learn and practise this technique only under a qualified instructor, on a suitable surface and with a cooperative partner. This page explains; it does not replace a teacher.
Biomechanics: what the body does
A full backward spin is converted into an outside crescent: the head turns first, the hips follow and the straight leg sweeps through the target. The spin multiplies the speed of the foot.
Appears in 1 art
| Art | Name used in this art |
|---|---|
| Capoeira | Armada |
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Sources
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Wabukan (2026). “Spinning outside crescent kick”. https://wabukan.com/tecnicas/armada (accessed 2026-10-30).
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