This is an osaekomi turnover that makes use of the legs to sankaku uke's arm before doing a forward roll to end up in a form of ushiro-kesa-gatame. Read more →
A powerful throw that is more complex than ura-nage but actually easier to do. Read more →
An overview of four types of sodes: a) Classic sleeve-lapel version b) Double sleeve version c) Cross grip version d) Drop version Read more →
Cuban sankaku tutorial from Tuesday's class. Read more →
Ura-nage tutorial from Tuesday's class. Read more →
Tani-otoshi tutorial from Tuesday's class. Read more →
An archaic technique that has seen new life with the new IJF rules that allows throws to be done off the ground (provided uke's elbows are up). Read more →
Often mistaken for ura-nage, it involves a rotational action that generates a lot of momentum. In some ways, easier to do than ura-nage. Read more →
Very powerful counter. Requires lifting uke up but can use your leading leg to assist with the lift. Read more →