Nage-no-kata

is one of the two of Kodokan Judo. It is intended as an illustration of the various concepts of that exist in judo, and is used both as a training method and as a demonstration of understanding.

History

The ''nage-no-kata'' was developed by Jigoro Kano as a method of illustrating principles of throwing to allow students to more effectively apply them in randori. Initially the kata consisted of ten techniques. These were subsequently appended with the addition of a further five throws, including ''kata guruma'' and '' uki otoshi''.

Description

The kata is composed of 3 techniques each from the five classifications of throw in judo:
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Each of these 15 techniques is performed twice in the specified order, both right and left handed. The kata is generally performed in a strictly formalised manner with clearly defined .

and approach the mat from opposite sides, with Tori on the left hand of the and Uke on the right (''i.e.'' as they would be if facing towards the ''Joseki''). They bow as they step on the mat, then turn to face the ''Joseki'' and execute a , then turn to face each other and execute a . Tori and Uke step in, left foot first, to adopt .

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''Tori'' approaches ''Uke'' using . ''Tori'' and ''Uke'' grip using a standard right-handed sleeve-lapel grip. ''Uke'' initiates by stepping forward using into . Tori responds by stepping backwards (''tsugi ashi''). ''Uke's'' balance is compromised and he attempts to regain the advantage by stepping forward again and ''Tori'' again responds by stepping backwards, further unbalancing ''Uke''. On ''Uke's'' second attempt to regain his balance (''i.e.'' his third step forward), ''Tori'' breaks rhythm, dropping to his left knee, and throws ''Uke'' to his rear, pulling with a steering motion.

''Tori'' and ''Uke'' return to their feet and repeat the technique in the opposite (''i.e.'' left-handed) orientation.

* ''Seoi nage (背負投)'' - shoulder throw

Uke approaches tori, steps forward with the right foot and raises the right hand as a hammer fist to strike directly on the top of tori's head. This works better if uke uses some power and momentum to strike. Tori allows the blow to begin to fall. Tori steps around 180 degrees, grabs (pulls) uke's right arm to continue to allow uke's momentum to follow forward (Tori does not deflect the blow!). The forward momentum of uke's blow makes uke fall onto tori's back (kuzushi). At the same time tori is ready to receive uke on his back and turns his shoulders and body while maintaining grip of the arm, redirecting the forward energy of the fall (and of uke) to the ground.

Tori and Uke return to their feet and repeat the technique in the opposite left-handed orientation.

* ''Kata guruma (肩車)'' - shoulder wheel

''Tori'' approaches''Uke's'' side, and receives the attack of Uke, which is the standard grip, explained previously, named ''Kumi kata'' (組方, fundamental grip) and pushing against uke. ''Tori'' follow the force of ''Uke'' and make the first step backwards, as did in the past throws. In the second step, ''Tori''

''Koshi-waza'' (hip techniques)

*'' Uki goshi (浮腰)'' - floating hip throw
*''Harai goshi (払腰)'' - sweeping hip throw
*''Tsurikomi goshi (釣込腰)'' - lifting/pulling hip throw

''Ashi-waza'' (foot techniques)

*''Okuriashi harai (送足払)'' - sliding foot sweep
*'' Sasae tsurikomi ashi (支釣込足)'' - Propping and drawing ankle throw
*'' Uchi mata (内股)'' - inner thigh throw

''Ma-sutemi-waza'' (rear sacrifice techniques)

*''Tomoe nage (巴投)'' - circle throw
*''Ura nage (裏投)'' - rear throw
*''Sumi gaeshi (隅返)'' - corner reversal

''Yoko-sutemi-waza'' (side sacrifice techniques)

*''Yoko gake (横掛)'' - side hook
*'' Yoko guruma (横車)'' - side wheel
*'' Uki waza (浮技)'' - floating technique

References

External links

Judo Information Site.
Nage no Kata instruction and links
Nage No Kata Instructional Video

A demonstration at the Kodokan. Tori: Dohba Yoshihisa Uke: Nishimoto Nimoru

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