Te-waza Throw
Category and classification
Te-waza (hand techniques) use the arms and upper body to break balance and complete throws.
Description
A technique to uplift and throw down the opponent by grabbing the front side of his belt with the right hand, pulling it forward while stepping behind him and holding his hip from the front side with the left hand to break his balance backward. (Kodokan definition)
Key points
- Grab uke’s belt with the right hand.
- Step behind and hold his hip with the left hand.
- Break balance backward and lift.
- Throw down.