Judging

• Three judges will determine the winner of each round
• Judging is based on a three point system, each judge will have one point to award after the completion of the round

Judging – Games

• Judges may award the point to either contestant (red or blue flag) or to a tie
• A referee will be present before, during and after the game, and will raise the hand of the winner, as determined by the judges

Judging – Solos

• Competitors will be judged on their floreios, sequences, smoothness, style, creativity and volume of moves.

Judging – Absoluto

• Competitors will be judged based on their Roda presence; singing, games, style, roda control, and overall presence in the Roda.

Rules
All contestants must abide by the following rules:

• Obey the referee at all times
• Enter the Roda with a Capoeira floreio
• Maintain the Ginga at all times in the game
• No grappling once on the floor
• No punching, hair pulling or kicks to the groin
• No eye gouging, no small joint manipulation
• Maintain good sportsmanship at all times
• Shake opponent’s hand before and after the game