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Judo term

Hidari-kuzushi

Pronunciation
hee-dah-ree koo-zoo-shee
Meaning
Left-side balance breaking

In Judo

Hidari-kuzushi is kuzushi in the leftward direction. It names the balance line that moves to the left rather than forward, backward, or right.

Lessons that teach this

  • Nage-Waza FundamentalsLearn about the fundamentals of Nage-Waza.
  • ReviewReview the core words and concepts from the previous lessons.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

Which side does hidari-kuzushi name?

Reveal answer

The left side.

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