Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques -

Certain techniques are banned in competition due to their high risk of injury, such as Kani-basami (scissors throw) and Kawazu-gake (one-leg entanglement).

The movement of turning in and positioning one's body to prepare for the throw. Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques

Every successful Kodokan throw is executed through three essential stages: Certain techniques are banned in competition due to

The initial act of breaking the opponent's balance. Without this, the throw is likely to fail. Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques

10 techniques using the hips as a fulcrum (e.g., O-goshi , Harai-goshi ).

21 techniques using the legs or feet to reap or trip (e.g., Osoto-gari , Uchi-mata ). Sacrifice Techniques ( Sutemi-waza )

16 techniques primarily using the hands and arms (e.g., Seoi-nage , Kata-guruma ).