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Judo term

De-ashi-barai

Pronunciation
deh-ah-shee bah-rye
Meaning
Advancing foot sweep

In Judo

De-ashi-barai sweeps the foot as it advances or becomes light. Timing and upper-body control matter more than force.

Lessons that teach this

  • De-ashi-baraiLearn the basics of De-ashi-barai.
  • ReviewReview timing, entries, and the first Yellow throws.
  • Throw to Hold-DownConnect Yellow throws to Tate and Kami hold-down control.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

When is the foot easiest to sweep in De-ashi-barai?

Reveal answer

When it is advancing or has become light.

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