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Judo term

Ko-soto-gake

Pronunciation
koh soh-toh gah-keh
Meaning
Small outer hook

In Judo

Ko-soto-gake is a small outer hook that keeps ankle contact while Uke is guided backward.

Lessons that teach this

  • Ko-soto-gakeCompare a persistent outside hook with a reaping action.
  • ReviewRetrieve sweeps, hooks, and the hip transfer.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

What distinguishes Gake from Gari in this pair?

Reveal answer

The foot keeps a hook as the body moves Uke backward

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