Manuel dos Reis Machado
Martial artist and educator
Martial artist and educator
1974
52 years ago — 75 years old
Athletes & Sports Figures
Brazil
Contributed significantly to martial arts as an educator and practitioner. Founded the Brazilian martial art Capoeira, blending elements of dance, acrobatics, and music. Developed techniques and training systems that helped popularize the art form globally. Established schools to teach Capoeira, fostering a new generation of practitioners.
Founded the Brazilian martial art Capoeira
Established Capoeira training schools
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