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Judo term

Seoi-otoshi

Pronunciation
seh-oh-ee oh-toh-shee
Meaning
Shoulder drop

In Judo

Seoi-otoshi is a shoulder drop in Te-waza. Its defining finish takes Uke downward through the shoulder connection rather than lifting Uke by rising.

Lessons that teach this

  • Seoi-otoshiDistinguish a shoulder drop from a shoulder lift.
  • ReviewRetrieve the terms and apply the central distinction in Nage-Waza: Otoshi & Grips.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

What does Seoi-otoshi mean?

Reveal answer

Shoulder drop

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