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 breaking his balance backward while stepping behind him and holding both of his thighs from the front side with both hands or another technique to uplift the opponent’s one of thighs and throw him down by inserting the hand between his legs. (Kodokan definition)
Key points
- Break uke’s balance backward.
- Step behind uke and grip both thighs (or one thigh between the legs).
- Lift and throw down.