Sasae-tsuri-komi-ashi

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Key idea

Stop low before the step takes weight

For right , draws into a forward step with Uke’s right foot. Tori’s left sole stops the lower leg at the ankle or instep before the step becomes fully weighted. The hands lift and turn Uke forward around that stopped step. Mirror the sides for a left example. Unlike , the contact is near the foot rather than below the knee.