Pião de Cabeça

There are many ways to perform this technique. One is to drop into queda de rins, then bring the legs and hips up until the weight rests on the head and shoulders. Spinning the hips and legs counter- or clockwise, the torso builds momentum. Once the hands leave the ground, the capoeirista may rotate from 180 to 720 degrees (depending on skill and balance). A practical rule is to begin the move while facing the other player.