Judo technique
Yoko-shiho-gatame
Learn the basics of Yoko-shiho-gatame and how to escape from it.
Meaning
Side four-quarter hold
Pronunciation
yoh-koh shee-hoh gah-tah-meh
What this technique covers
What the name means
Yoko-shiho-gatame means Side four-quarter hold in Judo.
Classification
- Type
- Katame-waza: Grappling or control techniques
- Subtype
- Osaekomi-waza: Holding techniques
Key idea
The first idea is control: recognize the hold-down shape, the position of tori and uke, and why this position matters in osaekomi situations.
What to notice in the image
This Yoko-shiho-gatame family example shows tori controlling from the side across uke's body with chest connection and stable base. Pay special attention to how tori creates control and where uke is positioned in relation to tori's body.
What you will learn
- Recognize the name Yoko-shiho-gatame
- Understand the basic side-control idea
- Recognize a basic escape idea
Key terms
- Yoko-shiho-gatame
Side four-quarter hold
Yoko-shiho-gatame is a side control pin and part of the broad hold-down family.
- Osaekomi-waza
Holding techniques
Osaekomi-waza are pins used to control an opponent on their back or side during groundwork.
- Matte
Stop or wait
Matte pauses the action. When you hear it, stop, make space, and wait for the next instruction.
Good to know
- Katame-waza: Grappling or control techniques
- Katame-waza are control techniques, including pins, strangles, and arm locks. This curriculum introduces holding ideas first.
- Osaekomi-waza: Holding techniques
- Osaekomi-waza are pins used to control an opponent on their back or side during groundwork.