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General overview of grades

This ladder is not yet attributed to a specific organisation. Federations differ in belt colours and time requirements.

Capoeira Miudinho, created by Mestre Suassuna within Cordão de Ouro, uses a colored Corda system from raw Corda Crua to red Vermelha. Miudinho is characterized by extremely close-quarters, fluid, continuous acrobatic play inside the Roda without stepping back.

1st Level – Corda Crua (Raw)

Corda CruaRank #1

Typical gap since previous grade: 6 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Basic fluid Ginga, tight low-to-the-ground play, and continuous circular movement.

Symbolism & Meaning

Entry into the unique Miudinho style created by Mestre Suassuna at Cordão de Ouro.

2nd Level – Corda Amarela (Yellow)

Corda AmarelaRank #2

Typical gap since previous grade: 12 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Rapid Meia-lua de compasso kicks, tight evasions, and continuous rhythm play.

Symbolism & Meaning

Yellow representing growth and mastering musicality in the roda.

3rd Level – Corda Azul (Blue - Graduado)

Corda AzulRank #3

Typical gap since previous grade: 24 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Graduated student. Mastery of berimbau playing, leading the roda, and acrobatics.

Symbolism & Meaning

Blue cord signifying achievement of full independence in Capoeira.

4th Level – Corda Verde (Green - Instructor)

Corda VerdeRank #4

Typical gap since previous grade: 36 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Miudinho Instructor. Advanced close-quarters game tactics without breaking contact.

Symbolism & Meaning

Green cord authorizing teaching own students under Mestre supervision.

5th Level – Corda Roxa (Purple - Contra-Mestre)

Corda RoxaRank #5

Typical gap since previous grade: 48 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Contra-Mestre. Leading Cordão de Ouro branches and developing Miudinho philosophy.

Symbolism & Meaning

Purple cord embodying maturity, musical and martial virtuosity.

6th Level – Corda Vermelha (Red - Mestre)

Corda VermelhaRank #6

Typical gap since previous grade: 72 monthsestimate

Requirements & Focus

Highest Mestre rank in Cordão de Ouro lineage. Main authority and guardian of style.

Symbolism & Meaning

Corda Vermelha = Mestre Miudinho, bearer of Mestre Suassuna's full legacy.