Kuzure-Kesa-Gatame
Step 1
This hold is very similar to Kesa-Gatame. |
Step 2
Hold under Uke’s arm instead of around Uke’s neck. |
Escape from Kuzure-Kesa-Gatame
Step 1
Here is another way to escape from Kuzure-Kesa-Gatame. Begin by moving in a circle. |
Step 2
When Uke’s body is in line with yours push strongly and sit up as quickly as you can. |
Step 3
Keep pushing Uke backwards and move your legs around to finish in a holding position. |
Uki-Goshi
Step 1
Let go of your lapel grip and hug Uke around the waist. Turn in and pin Uke to your hip. |
Step 2
Make sure you maintain the tight hold on your partner. |
Step 3
Keep pulling on the sleeve to rotate your partner onto their back. |
Step 4
Finish the throw, supporting your partner. Uke should remember to breakfall as they land. |
Uki-Goshi into Kuzure-Kesa-Gatame
Step 1
After you have thrown with Uki-Goshi you can follow up into Kuzure-Kesa-Gatame. |
Step 2
First throw your partner with Uki-Goshi as shown in a previous video. |
Step 3
As Uke lands, go down onto one knee, slide your right arm under their arm and sit through. |
Step 4
Keep hold of your grip on Uke’s sleeve, pulling their arm up tightly under your own. |
