Judo term
Ashi-waza: Judo Meaning
- 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.
How to recognize it
Recognize ashi-waza when the decisive throwing action involves a foot or leg while grips and posture guide the upper body.
Quick check
What body part is central to ashi-waza?
Reveal answer
The foot or leg.
Keep it distinct
Leg action versus forceful kicking
Ashi-waza depends on timing and . A sweep or reap should use a moving or available moment, not attack a planted leg as a kick.