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O Goshi

David Groom • March 21, 2024

O Goshi - Large Hip Throw

O Goshi is classified as Koshi Waza (Hip Technique) in Judo.


O Goshi involves using the hip as a fulcrum to lift and throw the opponent over your hip.


Here's a basic breakdown of how O Goshi is typically executed:


  1. Grip: On the sleeve and around the back of your use (underneath their arm).
  2. Kuzushi (Off-balance): Draw your opponent forwards using the sleeve grip, breaking their balance to the front corner. Bring the hand on the lapel around the back, underneath your opponents arm.
  3. Entry: Pivot around, placing both of your feet,  shoulder width a part, slightly in front your opponents. Bring your hips across the front of your opponent. Have a soft bend in your knees.
  4. Execution: To finish the throw, rotate through, keeping tension in the sleeve, bringing your opponent right over your hips, using the arm around the back to keep them tight.


O Goshi requires precise timing, coordination, and proper use of leverage to be effective.


Watch the video below for Left & Right demonstrations, a breakdown or the movement and competition examples:


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