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Judo term

Yoko-gake

Pronunciation
yoh-koh gah-keh
Meaning
Side hook

In Judo

Yoko-gake is a side hook in Yoko-sutemi-waza. Outside ankle contact displaces Uke’s support together with Tori’s side sacrifice.

Lessons that teach this

  • Yoko-gakeDistinguish a side sacrifice with ankle contact from a standing sweep.
  • Rear and Side Sacrifice GroupsTori’s sacrifice direction identifies the group.

Throwing: Nage-waza

The phases and language of throws.

Quick check

What does Yoko-gake mean?

Reveal answer

Side hook

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