Osoto gari or major outer reap is one of the most popular throws in judo. According to the International Judo Federation statistics, Osoto gari is the second most used throw in judo competitions in the last decade. In this article, you will learn everything about Osoto gari or O Soto gari as some like to … Read more
Uchi mata or inner thigh throw is one of the most popular throws in Judo, you can’t attend a judo event without seeing somebody attempting an Uchi mata. In this article, you will learn everything about this amazing throw. Before getting to our step-by-step guide, enjoy this beautiful compilation of Uchi mata https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TkMpNgiiwoE Step-by-step guide … Read more
Kata Guruma or the fireman’s carry was once one of the most used throws in Judo. After 2010, the International Judo Federation IJF decided to ban any grabbing of the legs or trousers in competition, therefore, techniques like Kata Guruma became less used in competition. Luckily, Judo masters around the World did not give up … Read more
Ippon seoi nage, one armed shoulder throw, is one of the most impressive throws in judo. Since its invention in Japan many martial arts have added this technique to their arsenal, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Krav Maga and even MMA.In this article, you will learn how to do Ippon seoi nage with all its variations. Before … Read more
With the success of fighters like Ronda Rousey and Kayla Harrison, judo has clearly established its efficacy in MMA. That being said, judo techniques must be adapted – without a judo gi, i.e. gripping, the fighter has to find control of his opponent some other way, like clinching, to effectively throw. The Basics Most importantly, … Read more