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Judo term

Ashi-waza

Pronunciation
ah-shee wah-zah
Meaning
Foot or leg techniques

In Judo

Ashi-waza are techniques that use the foot or leg, often to sweep, reap, or block at the right moment.

Lessons that teach this

  • WazaLearn the different types of waza.
  • O-soto-otoshiLearn the basics of O-soto-otoshi.
  • Ashi-Waza FundamentalsLearn about the fundamentals of Ashi-Waza.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

What body part is central to ashi-waza?

Reveal answer

The foot or leg.

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