O Uchi Gaeshi
| O Uchi Gaeshi | |
|---|---|
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| General information | |
| Domain | Tachi-Waza |
| Classification | Nage-Waza |
| Sub-Classification | Ashi-Waza |
| Kodokan | Yes |
| IJF Legal | Yes |
| Grouping | Shinmeisho No Waza |
| Related | O Uchi Gari |
| Complexity | Intermediate |
| Technique name | |
| Rōmaji | Ouchi gaeshi |
| Japanese | 大内返 |
| English | Big inner reap counter |
O Uchi Gaeshi, (大内返) or "Large Inner Reap Counter," is a counter-throw technique used in Judo to counteract an opponent's O Uchi Gari (Large Inner Reap). This technique is categorized under Ashi-waza, which involves foot and leg techniques.
Execution
- Initial Position: Both judoka start in a right natural posture (migi-shizentai), with Tori (the person executing the technique) and Uke (the person receiving the technique) gripping each other in a standard sleeve-lapel grip.
- Uke's Attack: Uke attempts to execute O Uchi Gari by stepping his left foot in front of Tori's right foot and reaping Tori's left leg with his right leg.
- Tori's Response:
- As Uke begins the reaping motion, Tori senses the attack and prepares to counter.
- Tori shifts his weight onto his right leg and slightly lifts his left leg to avoid the reap.
- Simultaneously, Tori uses his left leg to sweep Uke's reaping leg (right leg) from the outside, disrupting Uke's balance.
- Counter-Throw:
- Tori pulls with his right hand and lifts with his left hand, breaking Uke's balance further.
- Tori continues the sweeping motion with his left leg, lifting Uke's right leg and causing Uke to fall backward onto the mat.
Key Points
- Timing is crucial in O Uchi Gaeshi. Tori must initiate the counter just as Uke commits to the O Uchi Gari.
- Proper kuzushi (balance breaking) is essential to ensure Uke is off-balance and unable to complete the original throw.
- Tori's sweeping motion should be strong and coordinated with the pulling and lifting actions of the arms.
Applications
- O Uchi Gaeshi is effective in both competitive and self-defense scenarios where an opponent attempts a large inner reap.
- It demonstrates the principle of using an opponent's force and momentum against them, a core concept in Judo.
Demonstration