Osaekomi-waza Osaekomi-waza - Pin
Category and classification
Osaekomi-waza (pinning) controls uke on the back or in a pin position on the mat.
Belt context
Introduced at (syllabus): yellow belt level (see belt requirements ).
Required for belt requirements: Yellow Belt.
Description
A technique to hold down the opponent’s upper body under the chest and abdomen region by gripping both sides of his belt with both hands from the top side of his head while he is lying on his back. (Kodokan definition)
Key points
- Position at uke’s head; grip both sides of uke’s belt.
- Hold down uke’s upper body under your chest and abdomen.
- Keep weight forward and control.