Kuzushi ➡️ Tsukuri ➡️ Kake
Off-Balance ➡️ Position ➡️ Execute
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The three main components of a judo throw. Let’s break them down with “classic-style” Kata-Guruma (KG):
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1️⃣ Kuzushi: – Pull on uke’s sleeve/arm up and back towards you. This creates the pocket or space you see in other throws such as ippon/morote seoi. – Make sure you KEEP PULLING as you drop! – The grip on this throw is unorthodox – cross-sleeve and tricep/armpit is what we’re showing, though the throw can be done with many other grips, including cross-sleeve and lapel, double sleeve, or even just lapel.
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2️⃣ Tsukuri: – The positioning happens at the same time as the kuzushi. – This throw is commonly done by landing on one’s knees, or on the knee closest to uke and the side of the far leg. – Land perpendicular to uke for proper loading on the shoulders; maintain good posture so you can finish the throw and avoid injury. – Trap the arm you pulled during kuzushi and grab the leg to lock uke in.
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3️⃣ Kake: – To execute this throw, you want uke to roll over the shoulder you have trapped. – Whether you stand back up (like in the video) is optional, but it helps create maximum drive for the roll. – Roll across your shoulders and bridge to put pressure on uke and ensure they land on their back. – Transition to a pin after in case the throw is not called for ippon!
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Tori: @judoshintaronyc
Uke: @taraa_blue
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