Judo techniques, or , are organized into a rigorous classification system by the Kodokan Judo Institute . The system consists of 100 official techniques—68 throwing moves and 32 grappling moves. 1. Nage-waza (Throwing Techniques)
: Pinning the opponent to the mat for a specific duration (e.g., Kesa Gatame or Scarf Hold). The Techniques of Judo
: Breaking the opponent's posture or balance. Tsukuri (Entry/Setup) : Positioning oneself for the attack. Judo techniques, or , are organized into a
Once on the ground, these techniques are used to control and subdue the opponent. Nage-waza (Throwing Techniques) : Pinning the opponent to
: Use the hip as a fulcrum, like O Goshi (Major Hip Throw).
Successful execution of any Nage-waza relies on mastering three distinct phases:
: Applying pressure to the elbow joint to force a submission. 3. The Three Stages of a Throw