The initial act of breaking the opponent's balance. Without this, the throw is likely to fail.
16 techniques primarily using the hands and arms (e.g., Seoi-nage , Kata-guruma ). Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques
10 techniques using the hips as a fulcrum (e.g., O-goshi , Harai-goshi ). The initial act of breaking the opponent's balance
Certain techniques are banned in competition due to their high risk of injury, such as Kani-basami (scissors throw) and Kawazu-gake (one-leg entanglement). 10 techniques using the hips as a fulcrum (e
Understanding Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques ( Nage-waza ) , founded by Jigoro Kano in 1882, officially recognizes 68 throwing techniques ( Nage-waza ) as of April 2017 . These techniques are designed to utilize an opponent's force to unbalance and throw them to the ground. The Mechanics of a Throw
The movement of turning in and positioning one's body to prepare for the throw.