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 sweep up the opponent’s right leg with the right foot and throw him down by grabbing his right sleeve with the left hand and gripping his right side-collar with the right thumb inside while breaking his balance by lifting him up forward. (Kodokan definition)
Key points
- Grip sleeve and collar; break balance forward with lift.
- Sweep uke’s leg with your foot.
- Throw down with the sweeping and lifting action.