[4] Various back push kicks are common in engolo, an Angolan martial art considered the ancestor of capoeira.

[3] According to mestre Pastinha, chapa de costas is a "treacherous strike when used against someone unfamiliar with capoeira", as the opponent is violently struck when they believe the attacker is withdrawing.

[4] There is a low variation of chapa de costas, performed with both hands on the ground while one of the legs is pushed towards the other player.

[7] Low chapa de costas has the unique aspect of having a foundation of three limbs on the ground instead of one, which creates an exceptionally stable base for kicking.

[10] Defense against the standing chapa de costas can be applied with a quick descent and the application of a takedown (rasteira).