Uki Gatame

Uki 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
Related	Tate Shiho Gatame
Complexity	Intermediate
Technique name
Alias	S Mount
Rōmaji	uki-gatame
Japanese	浮固
English	Floating Hold

Uki Gatame (浮固, Floating Hold) is a Judo technique categorized under Katame-Waza (grappling techniques) and more specifically under Osaekomi-waza (holding techniques). It is one of the techniques recognized by the Kodokan.

Technique Description

Uki Gatame involves pinning the opponent to the mat by applying pressure with the knee on the opponent's torso. The practitioner positions themselves with one knee on the opponent's chest or abdomen, while the other leg is extended for balance. The practitioner's hands are used to control the opponent's upper body.

Steps to Execute Uki Gatame

1. From a side control position, the practitioner places one knee on the opponent's chest or abdomen.
2. The practitioner's other leg is extended to the side for balance.
3. The practitioner's hands control the opponent's upper body, typically by gripping the opponent's belt or gi.
4. The practitioner applies downward pressure with the knee to immobilize the opponent.