Toshihiko Koga teaches the basics of Kumite [English subtitles] 古賀稔彦が教える組み手の基本【#01】JUDO

組み手 / Kumite
古賀稔彦 / Toshihiko Koga

These are the basics of kumite taught by Toshihiko Koga Sensei.
It is very important because it is the basis of all techniques.
We hope you will watch and learn from this video.

0:00　Basics of Kumite
0:36　”Tsurite” (Lifting hand)
2:18　”Hikite” (Pulling hand)

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Judo Terms
“Kumite”
Every sport has a basic posture and movement. In judo, too, this basic posture is important. In kumite, the fighter makes an appropriate distance from the opponent (a little closer than arm’s length, with elbows lightly bent), holds the opponent’s front collar just below the collarbone (tsurite) with one hand, and holds the outside of the opponent’s elbow (hikite) with the other hand. In kumite, both hands should be lightly gripped, elbows slightly bent, and sides lightly tightened.

“Uchikomi” (Repetition training) is a term derived from kendo’s uchikomi practice. In judo, uchikomi is the practice of repeating the process of throwing an opponent, either on the spot or while moving.

“Judogi” is the formal Japanese name for the traditional uniform used for Judo practice and competition.

“Tsurite” (Lifting hand) refers to the lifting hand that grasps the opponent. In a right natural posture with a right-hand grip, this is the right hand, and it generally grips the opponent’s lapel area. The left hand is the “Hikite” (Pulling hand), and it generally grips the opponent’s sleeve area. When executing a Waza, the Tsurite (Lifting hand) may be used to lift the back or side of the opponent’s collar and to push the opponent’s uniform in the backward direction.
Grasping the back of the opponent’s collar or his back area without executing a Waza is restricted (time limit) or prohibited.

“Hikite” (Pulling hand) refers to the pulling hand that grasps the opponent. In a right natural posture with a right-hand grip, this hand is the left hand, and generally grips the opponent’s sleeve area. The right hand is the “Tsurite” (Lifting hand), and it generally grips the opponent’s lapel area. When executing a Waza, the Hikite (Pulling hand) may be used (with armpit closed) to pull the opponent forward or to the side to effectively destabilize him.
Inserting a hand into the opponent’s sleeve opening, touching the back of the opponent’s sleeve, or twisting the sleeve opening are prohibited actions which will draw penalties.
Grasping the hem of the uniform for 6 seconds or longer will also draw a penalty.

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