Koshi-waza Throw
Category and classification
Koshi-waza (hip techniques) use the hips as the main fulcrum to lift and throw uke.
Belt context
Introduced at (syllabus): yellow belt level (see belt requirements ).
Required for belt requirements: Yellow Belt.
Description
A technique to rotate the opponent on the axis of the hip and throw him down by breaking his balance forward and holding his neck in the right arm while thrusting the hip deeply. (Kodokan definition)
Key points
- Break uke’s balance forward.
- Hold uke’s neck in the arm; thrust hip deeply.
- Rotate uke on the hip axis and throw.