Archive for the ‘Throws’ Category


Osoto Gari

Osoto Gari is one of the basic throws from Judo that almost every one learns in just about any martial art. It is extremely common but very few people know how to use it effectively. Here is a great example of Osoto Gari. It takes years of practice to be this good at this throw.

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Yoko Otoshi – Side Drop

Yoko Otoshi is a very easy and effective throw to use in brazilian jiu jitsu competitions. It translates as side drop. One of the key points to remember no matter which variation of the move you are using is to always sit down as close to your opponents feet as possible. This makes the technique [...]

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