Throwing techniques are broadly divided into two main categories: ( Tachi-waza ) and Sacrifice Techniques ( Sutemi-waza ). Standing Techniques ( Tachi-waza )
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).
21 techniques using the legs or feet to reap or trip (e.g., Osoto-gari , Uchi-mata ). Sacrifice Techniques ( Sutemi-waza ) Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques
16 techniques primarily using the hands and arms (e.g., Seoi-nage , Kata-guruma ).
Every successful Kodokan throw is executed through three essential stages: Throwing techniques are broadly divided into two main
In these techniques, the thrower intentionally falls to the ground to use their body weight and momentum to throw the opponent.
5 techniques where the thrower falls backward (e.g., Tomoe-nage , Sumi-gaeshi ). Sacrifice Techniques ( Sutemi-waza ) 16 techniques primarily
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