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Judo term

Kata-guruma

Pronunciation
kah-tah goo-roo-mah
Meaning
Shoulder wheel

In Judo

Kata-guruma is a shoulder wheel in Te-waza. Uke is supported across both of Tori’s shoulders, unlike the back-carrying action of Seoi-nage.

Lessons that teach this

  • Kata-gurumaRecognize the load across both shoulders.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

What does Kata-guruma mean?

Reveal answer

Shoulder wheel

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