Ashi-waza Throw
Category and classification
Ashi-waza (foot techniques) reap, sweep, or hook uke’s legs to break balance and throw.
Belt context
Introduced at (syllabus): yellow belt level (see belt requirements ).
Required for belt requirements: Yellow Belt.
Description
A technique to reap the opponent’s right foot from the inside with the right foot and throw him down by breaking his balance backward. (Kodokan definition)
Key points
- Break uke’s balance backward.
- Reap uke’s foot from the inside with your foot.
- Throw down with the reap.