Tate Shiho Gatame
Tate Shiho Gatame | |
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General information | |
Domain | Ne-Waza |
Classification | Katame-Waza |
Sub-Classification | Osae-Waza |
Kodokan | Yes |
IJF Legal | Yes |
Grouping | Osaekomi-Waza |
Complexity | Beginner |
Technique name | |
Alias | Mount Full Mount |
Rōmaji | Tate shiho gatame |
Japanese | 縦四方固 |
English | Vertical four-quarter hold |
Tate Shiho Gatame (縦四方固), also known as the "Vertical Four Corner Hold," is one of the seven mat holds (Osaekomi-waza) of Kodokan Judo. In grappling terms, it is categorized as a mounted position.
Technique Description
Tate Shiho Gatame involves controlling the opponent from a mounted position. The practitioner (tori) sits astride the opponent's (uke) chest, leaning forward to press the uke's upper body down with their chest. This position allows the tori to use their body weight to pin the uke to the mat effectively.
Applications
This technique is commonly used in both competitive Judo and self-defense scenarios. It can be transitioned into from various throws and is effective in maintaining control over the opponent while setting up for submissions.
Escapes
Common escapes from Tate Shiho Gatame include:
- Bridge and roll
- Shrimping out to regain guard
Submissions
From Tate Shiho Gatame, the tori can transition into several submission techniques, such as:
- Juji Gatame (Cross Arm Lock)
- Ude Garami (Entangled Arm Lock)
- Kata Gatame (Shoulder Hold)
- Sankaku Jime (Triangle Choke)