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Judo term

Koshi-guruma

Pronunciation
koh-shee goo-roo-mah
Meaning
Hip wheel

In Judo

Koshi-guruma is a turn-in hip throw where tori wheels uke over the hip line with upper-body control.

Lessons that teach this

  • Koshi-gurumaLearn the basics of Koshi-guruma and how it relates to O-goshi.
  • Movement DirectionsLearn how throws change with movement direction.
  • ReviewReview the Yellow-Orange ukemi and throw ideas.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

What image helps identify Koshi-guruma?

Reveal answer

Uke is turned like a wheel around the hip line.

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