Judo Throwing Techniques — Kodokan

16 techniques primarily using the hands and arms (e.g., Seoi-nage , Kata-guruma ).

21 techniques using the legs or feet to reap or trip (e.g., Osoto-gari , Uchi-mata ). Sacrifice Techniques ( Sutemi-waza ) Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques

In these techniques, the thrower intentionally falls to the ground to use their body weight and momentum to throw the opponent. 16 techniques primarily using the hands and arms (e

The final application of force to complete the throw. Primary Classifications The final application of force to complete the throw

10 techniques using the hips as a fulcrum (e.g., O-goshi , Harai-goshi ).

Understanding Kodokan Judo Throwing Techniques ( Nage-waza ) , founded by Jigoro Kano in 1882, officially recognizes 68 throwing techniques ( Nage-waza ) as of April 2017 . These techniques are designed to utilize an opponent's force to unbalance and throw them to the ground. The Mechanics of a Throw