Kata Guruma

Kata Guruma
File:Kata guruma.jpg
General information
Domain	Tachi-Waza
Classification	Nage-Waza
Sub-Classification	Te-Waza
Kodokan	Yes
Grouping	Dai-Sankyo
Variations	Yoko Kata Guruma
Related	Fireman's Carry
Complexity	Tech-Advanced
Arcs	Vertical Circle
Technique name
Rōmaji	Kata-guruma
Japanese	肩車
English	Shoulder wheel
Korean	어깨로 메치기

Kata Guruma (肩車)

Kata Guruma (肩車), or "Shoulder Wheel," is one of the original 40 throws of Judo developed by Jigoro Kano. It belongs to the third group, Sankyo, of the traditional throwing list, Gokyo (no waza), of Kodokan Judo. It is classified as a hand technique (Te-Waza).

Concept

Kata Guruma involves lifting the opponent onto the shoulders and throwing them down in a wheel-like motion. The tori (the person executing the throw) uses their hands to lift the uke (the person being thrown) and rotate them over the shoulders.

Technique

1. Grip: The tori grips the uke's sleeve and collar.
2. Positioning: The tori pulls the uke forward to break their balance.
3. Lifting: The tori bends their knees and lifts the uke onto their shoulders.
4. Throwing: The tori rotates and throws the uke over their shoulders in a wheel-like motion.

Key Points

• Break the uke's balance forward.
• Coordinate the lifting motion with the rotation.
• Ensure the grip is secure to control the uke during 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.