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Brazilian jiu-jitsu vs Capoeira

Brazilian jiu-jitsu and capoeira have 91% in common. Here is how they differ on time, cost and feel, so you can pick the one that fits your week.

WhatBrazilian jiu-jitsuCapoeira
Time a week4 hours a week3 hours a week
Who withWith a partner or opponentWith a partner or opponent
You end up withA skill you got better atA skill you got better at
FeelsLivelyLively
To start$100$40

Choose brazilian jiu-jitsu if

  • More competitive
  • More of a mental workout
  • No audience needed

About $100 to start, then about $100 a month.

About brazilian jiu-jitsu

Choose capoeira if

  • No winners or losers
  • Easier on the brain
  • More about performing

About $40 to start, then about $50 a month.

About capoeira

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Any two of the 396. You get the time each takes, what it costs to start, who you need and what you end up with.