Tachi-waza (Standing Techniques) Te-Waza
Morote Seoi nage or two arm shoulder throw is a strong forward throw in judo. Its important to note that the pulling arm is still the left arm for right handed players not the arm coming across the body. A common mistake is to over use the right arm making...

Tachi-waza (Standing Techniques) Te-Waza

Morote Seoi nage or two arm shoulder throw is a strong forward throw in judo. Its important to note that the pulling arm is still the left arm for right handed players not the arm coming across the body. A common mistake is to over use the right arm ma...

Tachi-waza (Standing Techniques) Te-Waza Morote Seoi nage or two arm shoulder throw is a strong forward throw in judo. Its important to note that the pulling arm is still the left arm for right handed players not the arm coming across the body. A common mistake is to over use the right arm making...

This lifting hook sweep aided with a pant grip helps elevate your opponent for the reversal. **This sweep has a sequence where the pant grip is pulling and then elevating your opponent as you scoot your body underneath.

Countering the whizzar with an armdrag is possible when your training partner leans back to base himself for the hook sweep. Its learning to feel your opponents subtle weight shirts and then decide the best technique that will really improve your jiu jitsu.

A classic push pull type of sweep where your opponent pressures in and opens himself up for a roll thru type sweep. **Create a strong forward motion to bait your training partner into throwing his weight into you perfectly setting up this technique.

Use caution with this sweep as you DONT want your training partner to fall directly on his shoulder which could lead to injury. While drilling, make sure you control his body and make sure he is ready to roll with it and not try and post.

Franjinha using a cross over lapel control to secure a tight armlock control. The key to this technique is removing the slack which requires several minor adjustments along the way.

The hip bump sweep can be awkward if you dont place your shoulder and side of your head on the mat. By shifting your weight to your upper body, it becomes easier to hip into your opponent and hit this technique.

Adam Benshea shows a nice counter attack to a defended armlock from the closed guard position. Please watch several times and learn the timing needed for this transition to work.

This achilles lock is most successful when combined with strong guard passing pressure. Its important to realize time is a factor when completing this technique so drill falling and locking this move quickly as possible.

Tyrone uses a very unique ankle lock to counter the popular omoplata shoulder lock. This technique will surprise many people as they are not used to be attacked from a dominant control position.

Adam Benshea demonstrates a sneaky counter foot lock when your training partner looks to recover the guard. This is a perfect time for a leg lock as your opponent is extending away from you and placing his leg right in position for the ankle lock.

The cross choke is an outstanding weapon from the butterfly guard, and if your opponent leans back to break the lapel grip a knee block sweep opens up nicely. Keep in mind the direction of this sweep is back at an angle his feet will provide good base so the angle is everything!

This ankle lock is a great combo with the popular leg drag pass. **The stronger your leg drag pass is the better reaction you will get from your opponent, which will lead to more time to finish the foot lock.

Sean Apperson uses a wrestling turn to set up a traditional seat belt back take. Notice the hip control the ankle grip can create in this turn.