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: Green Belt, Orange Belt.
Description
A technique to sweep up the opponent’s left inner thigh with the back of the right thigh and throw him down by breaking his balance forward. (Kodokan definition)
Key points
- Break uke’s balance forward.
- Sweep uke’s inner thigh with the back of your thigh.
- Throw with the sweeping and turning action.