Ginga (Brazil)
The term Ginga, which comes from Brazil , originally describes the basic step of Capoeira .
With the ginga in capoeira, it is important that the knees always remain slightly bent. The two feet never stay parallel to the front at the same time, but one foot is always placed at the back and remains there briefly in the stance. The legs constantly alternate in time. If, for example, the left foot is at the back, it remains in the back for a short time, then comes forward next to the right foot, so that the right foot can be put back immediately in a flying change. The right foot then remains in a standing position at the back for a short time and then comes forward again so that the left foot can immediately be moved backwards in a flying change, which in turn remains in a standing position for a short time, and so on. The movement follows the rhythm of the music. At the same time, the two forearms are alternately held protectively in front of the face: left forearm in front of the face and left leg behind, right forearm in front of the face and right leg behind, and so on.
The term ginga is now used in Brazil as a synonym for an attitude towards life that values the art of movement, as well as the feeling for rhythm and joy in dance.
The documentary "Ginga - The Soul of Brazilian Football" shows portraits of Brazilian football players, from street footballers to professionals. Indoor soccer player Falcão and national player Robinho are portrayed, among others .