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Judo term

Tsukuri

Pronunciation
tsoo-koo-ree
Meaning
Entry or fitting in

In Judo

Tsukuri is moving your body into position for the throw after balance has been broken.

Lessons that teach this

  • Tsukuri EntriesRecognize direct and indirect Tsukuri before applying them to throws.
  • Ashi-Waza FundamentalsLearn about the fundamentals of Ashi-Waza.
  • O-goshiLearn the basics of O-goshi.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

What does tsukuri do after kuzushi creates an opening?

Reveal answer

It moves tori into the position to use that opening.

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