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): orange belt level (see belt requirements ).
Required for belt requirements: Orange Belt.
Description
A technique to hold the opponent’s right ankle with the left foot and throw him down by breaking his balance while lifting him up forward. (Kodokan definition)
Key points
- Break uke’s balance forward with lift (tsurikomi).
- Prop uke’s ankle with your foot.
- Throw down with the prop and pull.