Capoeira: a expressão de luta e resistência nas aulas de educação física

Abstract

This research work aims, through a literature review, to rescue the historical and cultural essence of capoeira; martial art of African origin, developed and improved in the slave quarters of Brazil as a form of struggle and resistance for enslaved black people. As a research problem, we raise the question: How is capoeira treated in academic productions as an expression of struggle and cultural resistance? The general objective of this research is to analyze the treatment of capoeira in School Physical Education as a manifestation of struggle and resistance, aiming to understand its pedagogical implications, its benefits for the integral development of students and the challenges faced by educators. It is concluded that capoeira as a teaching content for Physical Education is shown to be powerful knowledge, in line with the objectives outlined in the National Common Curricular Base (BNCC). It bridges the gap between cultural heritage and modern educational needs, offering a dynamic and meaningful approach that goes beyond the traditional boundaries of Physical Education.