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Judo term

Katame-waza: Judo Meaning

Pronunciation
kah-tah-meh wah-zah
Meaning
Grappling or control techniques

In Judo

Katame-waza are control techniques, including pins, strangles, and arm locks. This curriculum introduces holding ideas first.

Lessons that teach this

Waza

Learn the different types of waza.

Review

Review the core words and concepts from the previous lessons.

Groundwork — Ne-waza

Pins and control on the ground.

Related terms

  • Ne-waza
  • Osaekomi-waza
  • Kesa-gatame
  • Kata-gatame
  • Yoko-shiho-gatame
  • Mune-gatame
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