Ko Uchi Gaeshi
| Ko Uchi Gaeshi | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Domain | Ne-Waza |
| Classification | Nage-Waza |
| Sub-Classification | Te-Waza |
| Kodokan | Yes |
| IJF Legal | Yes |
| Grouping | Shinmeisho No Waza |
| Related | Ko Uchi Gari |
| Complexity | Beginner |
| Technique name | |
| Rōmaji | Kouchi-gaeshi |
| Japanese | 小内返し |
| English | Small inner reap reversal |
Ko Uchi Gaeshi (小内返し) is a counter-throw technique in judo. It is classified as a hand technique (Te-waza) and is part of the Shinmeisho No Waza (newly accepted techniques) list by the Kodokan.
Execution
Ko Uchi Gaeshi is performed as a counter to the opponent's Ko Uchi Gari (small inner reap). When the opponent attempts a Ko Uchi Gari, the defender (Tori) evades the attack by shifting their weight and avoiding the reap. Tori then uses the momentum of the opponent (Uke) to execute a counter-throw by twisting their hands and redirecting Uke's balance, throwing them to the left or right.
Similar Techniques
- Ko Uchi Gari: The technique that Ko Uchi Gaeshi counters.
- O Uchi Gaeshi: A similar counter technique to O Uchi Gari.
Demonstration