Waza of the Week: Yoko Otoshi

Yoko Otoshi or Side Drop. It is classified as a side sacrifice technique. Most effective when attempted while uke is moving sideways. Can be used as a counter technique.

• As a normal grip is taken, the leg on the sleeve grip side slides down to the outside side of uke.
• Use the drop of tori sitting down & pulling uke to one side and into the throw.

Demonstrations of correct bio mechanical actions and positioning for the technique, breaking of balance, entry and completion of the waza.

• Lesson discussed and demonstrated the Key Points (Yoten).
• Also discussed and demonstrated are significant areas of concern that would allow Uke to counter Tori.