VOICED : Capoeira para salir de la calle

Yannick teaches capoeira to street children in Kinshasa, helping them transform their lives. The practice offers discipline and mutual respect, providing an alternative to the challenges they face, such as desnutrition and violence. Ninja, a former street child, shares how capoeira changed his life. The group follows rules to maintain discipline, with rewards for participation.

What is the primary goal of Yannick's capoeira classes for street children?

• To prepare them for martial arts competitions

• To help them become more social and calm

• To teach them a new dance style

• To provide them with food and shelter

What are some of the challenges faced by street children in Kinshasa?

• Poor transportation facilities

• Limited job opportunities

• Malnutrition and violence

• Lack of access to education

How has capoeira changed the lives of many street children in Kinshasa?

• By helping them find jobs

• By transforming their behavior and social skills

• By providing them with scholarships

• By offering them free housing

What does Ninja attribute his transformation from street life to?

• A new job opportunity

• A government rehabilitation program

• Support from his family

• The discipline and respect learned from capoeira

What are some of the group rules emphasized in the capoeira classes?

• Practicing daily for two hours

• Completing school tasks and being punctual

• Learning multiple martial arts

• Winning competitions