Tomoe Nage, otherwise known as a circular throw, is included in the original forty throws developed by Jigoro Kano. It is also currently part of the 67 throws of the Kodokan Judo. Classified as a front sacrifice throw, it is oftentimes a move to answer an aggressive opponent who keeps attacking forward. How to perform … Read more
The slightest movement can give the biggest impact. That’s what judo is all about. Dubbed as the gentle art, it is all about efficiency especially once you have developed the proper timing and execution of your throws. And this is what Kosoto Gari is all about. Kosoto Gari is one of the original 40 throws … Read more
Harai Goshi was developed by Jigoro Kano as a reaction to the Uki Goshi counter. Uki Goshi or hip throw is easy to escape especially if you create enough distance between your hip as an Uke and the Tori’s hip. The Uke can even go back and re-center making it possible to formulate his or … Read more
Regardless if you watch international judo competitions or you train in your local judo club, it’s common to see judokas use Uchi Mata for their attacks. Uchi Mata is one of the 40 original throws developed by Jigoro Kano. This throw is part of the second group, Dai Nikyuo of the traditional throws of the … Read more
Competitive judo has been criticized by judokas for banning moves that resemble wrestling such as a double leg takedown. In Judo, the Morote Gari is its version of wrestling’s double leg takedown. Morote Gari is part of the Kodokan’s Shinmeisho-nowaza or the newly accepted techniques in 1982. It is classified as a Te Waza or … Read more
Osoto Gari is a popular throw in competitions. Simple and high-percentage, these are some of the reasons why Osoto Gari is quite popular for both pros and aspiring judokas alike. Osoto Gari is part of the 40 original throws developed by Jigoro Kano. In addition to this, it is also among the 67 throws of … Read more
A good way to win judo matches is to use your opponent’s strategy against him. That’s a common concept used but those who love to do Tomo Nage or counter an Osoto Gari with their own Osoto Gari. That’s what makes judo such a great martial art. Tsubame Gaeshi is a perfect example of this … Read more
Tai-otoshi which roughly translates to body drop is one of the 40 original judo throws developed by Jigoro Kano. Tai Otoshi is a basic Te Waza or hand technique that revolves around the use of both footwork and Tsurite or the lifting hand. How Does it Work? It is usually mistaken or combined with a … Read more
Different martial arts believe in the power of repetition. Bruce Lee even said that I fear not the man who has practised 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practised one kick 10,000 times. Regardless if it’s boxing, jiujitsu, judo, or even kendo, a gold standard of mastery is based on performing repetitions. … Read more
The Kata Guruma, also known as the Fireman’s Carry is an excellent throw for many grapplers. With a little adaptation, this throw has been perfect for wrestlers and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Competitors. What make’s this throw great is the use of lapel and level drop, which creates numerous opportunities. This throw is an excellent option for … Read more