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Judo term

Mune-gatame

Pronunciation
moo-neh gah-tah-meh
Meaning
Chest hold

In Judo

Mune-gatame is a side-control hold from the Yoko-shiho-gatame family where tori's chest presses across uke's chest.

Lessons that teach this

  • Yoko-shiho-gatameLearn the basics of Yoko-shiho-gatame and how to escape from it.
  • ReviewReview the core words and concepts from the previous lessons.
  • Leg Entanglement SituationsLearn what to do when uke wraps one of tori's legs.

Groundwork: Ne-waza

Pins and control on the ground.

Quick check

What body connection defines Mune-gatame?

Reveal answer

Tori's chest controls across uke's chest from the side.

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