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Judo term

O-guruma

Pronunciation
oh goo-roo-mah
Meaning
Large wheel

In Judo

O-guruma is a large leg wheel using a high leg line across Uke’s upper thighs or lower abdomen.

Lessons that teach this

  • O-gurumaCompare a high leg barrier with Ashi-guruma’s lower line.
  • ReviewRetrieve the wheel names and sacrifice directions.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

Which contact most clearly distinguishes O-guruma from Ashi-guruma?

Reveal answer

The extended leg crosses higher at the upper thighs or lower abdomen

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