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'''O Guruma''' (大車), or "Major Wheel," is one of the classic judo techniques developed by Jigoro Kano. It is classified as a hip technique (Koshi-Waza) and is part of the traditional throwing list, Gokyo (no waza), in Kodokan Judo.
'''O Guruma''' (大車), or "Major Wheel," is one of the classic judo techniques developed by Jigoro Kano. It is classified as a leg technique (Ashi-Waza) and is part of the traditional throwing list, Gokyo (no waza), in Kodokan Judo.


=== Concept ===
=== Concept ===


O Guruma involves the tori (the person executing the throw) using their hip to lift and turn the uke (the person being thrown) onto their back. The technique is characterized by a strong rotation around the tori's hip, effectively using the momentum to throw the uke.
O Guruma involves the tori (the person executing the throw) using their hip to lift and turn the uke (the person being thrown) onto their back. The technique is characterized by a strong rotation over the Oblique Axis while pushing, effectively using the momentum to throw the uke.


=== Technique ===
=== Technique ===


# **Grip**: The tori grips the uke’s collar and sleeve with both hands.
# Grip: The tori grips the uke’s collar and sleeve with both hands.
# **Positioning**: The tori steps to the side and slightly behind the uke, positioning their hip under the uke’s body.
# Positioning: The tori steps to the side and slightly behind the uke, positioning their leg under the uke’s body.
# **Rotation and Lift**: The tori lifts the uke onto their hip while rotating their body to facilitate the throw.
# Rotation and Lift: The tori propels the uke over their leg while rotating their body to facilitate the throw.
# **Throwing**: The tori continues to rotate, using their hip and arm to guide the uke over their shoulder and onto the mat.
# Throwing: The tori continues to rotate, using their leg and arm to guide the uke over their shoulder and onto the mat.


=== Key Points ===
=== Key Points ===

Latest revision as of 21:09, 14 September 2024

O Guruma
General information
DomainTachi-Waza
ClassificationNage-Waza
Sub-ClassificationAshi-Waza
KodokanYes
IJF LegalYes
GroupingDai-Yonkyo
ComplexityAdvanced
ArcsRotation over Oblique Axis while Pushing
Technique name
RōmajiŌ guruma
Japanese大車
EnglishBig Wheel
Korean허리 대돌리기

O Guruma (大車), or "Major Wheel," is one of the classic judo techniques developed by Jigoro Kano. It is classified as a leg technique (Ashi-Waza) and is part of the traditional throwing list, Gokyo (no waza), in Kodokan Judo.

Concept

O Guruma involves the tori (the person executing the throw) using their hip to lift and turn the uke (the person being thrown) onto their back. The technique is characterized by a strong rotation over the Oblique Axis while pushing, effectively using the momentum to throw the uke.

Technique

  1. Grip: The tori grips the uke’s collar and sleeve with both hands.
  2. Positioning: The tori steps to the side and slightly behind the uke, positioning their leg under the uke’s body.
  3. Rotation and Lift: The tori propels the uke over their leg while rotating their body to facilitate the throw.
  4. Throwing: The tori continues to rotate, using their leg and arm to guide the uke over their shoulder and onto the mat.

Key Points

  • Establish a strong grip and proper positioning to control the uke.
  • Utilize a dynamic hip movement to lift and rotate the uke effectively.
  • Maintain balance and control throughout the execution of the throw.

References

  • Kano, Jigoro. Kodokan Judo: The Essential Guide to Judo by Its Founder. Kodansha International, 1986.
  • Mifune, Kyuzo. The Canon of Judo: Classic Teachings on Principles and Techniques. Kodansha International, 2004.

Demonstration