Ushiro Kesa Gatame
| Ushiro Kesa Gatame | |
|---|---|
| General information | |
| Domain | Ne-Waza |
| Classification | Katame-Waza |
| Sub-Classification | Osae-Waza |
| Kodokan | Yes |
| IJF Legal | Yes |
| Grouping | Osaekomi-Waza |
| Related | Kesa Gatame |
| Complexity | Intermediate |
| Technique name | |
| Japanese | 後袈裟固 |
| English | Reverse Scarf Hold |
Ushiro Kesa Gatame (後袈裟固), also known as the "Reverse Scarf Hold," is a variation of the Kesa Gatame (Scarf Hold) in Judo. This technique is demonstrated in The Essence of Judo and described in The Canon of Judo by Kyuzo Mifune, and was not originally recognized by the Kodokan as an official Judo Technique. It has since been adopted and is demonstrated by the Kodokan.
Technique Description
Ushiro Kesa Gatame involves controlling the opponent from the side, similar to Kesa Gatame, but with the practitioner (tori) facing towards the opponent's (uke) legs instead of their head. The tori wraps an arm around the uke's waist and uses their body weight to pin the uke to the mat. This reverse positioning provides a unique angle of control and can be advantageous in certain situations.
Applications
This technique is useful 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 Ushiro Kesa Gatame include:
- Bridge and roll
- Shrimping out to regain guard
Submissions
From Ushiro Kesa 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)
See Also
Demonstration