Authentic Judo Training: Master Balance and Throws

Here I am breaking down the Harai Goshi, or sweeping hip throw. This dynamic move involves using a sweeping leg motion combined with a hip throw to take an opponent off their feet, a staple in both Judo and MMA.

A demonstration of the Tobi-juji-gatame, or flying armbar. This is an advanced and spectacular move where you jump into an armbar from a standing position, requiring perfect timing and commitment.

A student executes a powerful Uchi-mata, or inner thigh throw, during a No-Gi sparring session. This shows how classic Judo throws can be adapted for MMA and grappling without the traditional uniform.

Executing a Kosoto Gari, a minor outer reaping throw, during randori (Judo sparring). This foot sweep is all about timing, targeting the opponent's ankle as they shift their weight to break their balance.

A young student practices the Tani Otoshi, or valley drop. This is a sacrifice throw where you fall backward to pull your opponent down, an effective counter-move that we teach in our kids' judo classes.

Another look at the Uchi Mata throw in action. Notice how the thrower uses their leg to lift the opponent's thigh from the inside, creating powerful momentum for the takedown.

Two students practicing grip fighting and movement in a Judo Gi. Mastering the grip is the first step to controlling the fight and setting up your throws.

An O-uchi-gari, or major inner reaping throw, being executed during live sparring. This move targets the opponent's inner leg to sweep them off their feet, a fundamental technique in our curriculum.

A student successfully lands a drop Seoi Nage. This variation of the shoulder throw involves dropping to one or both knees to get under the opponent's center of gravity, making it effective against taller opponents.