The Gokyo version of Harai goshi, demonstrated by Neil Adams.
Neil Adams analyses the -63kg final of the Baku World Championships between Agbegnenou (FRA) and Tashiro (JPN). Positive and dominant Kumi kata sets up the exciting French fighter for another World title.
Colin Oates says that when it comes to his Uchi mata and Harai goshi he has one key thing in mind, which is how to get a reaction from his partner.
It’s this reaction that generates the crucial momentum that he needs in order to throw.
His standard variations of both Uchi mata and Harai goshi a...
Colin Oates says that when it comes to his Uchi mata and Harai goshi, his focus is on getting his partner into a position where it’s easy to throw them.
He does this by twitching for Kosoto gari.
With the partner not wanting to be thrown backwards he shifts his weight forwards.
Ideal for Uchi...