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Gari

Judo term

Gari

Pronunciation: gah-ree
Meaning: Reap

In Judo

Gari describes a reaping action that removes a loaded supporting leg while tori moves into uke.

Lessons that teach this

Ko-uchi-gariLearn the minor inner reap and its Barai timing variation.
O-uchi-gariCompare the major inner reap with its sweeping variation.
ReviewReview free fall, Barai, Gari, Ko-uchi, O-uchi, and their combination.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

What support condition does Gari attack?

Reveal answer

A loaded supporting leg.

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