Judo technique
De-ashi-barai
Learn the basics of De-ashi-barai.
Meaning
Advancing foot sweep
Pronunciation
deh-ah-shee bah-rye
What this technique covers
What the name means
De-ashi-barai means Advancing foot sweep in Judo.
Classification
Key idea
The first idea is recognition: connect the name to the throw shape, the partner roles, and the moment where tori starts the movement.
What to notice in the image
In De-ashi-barai, tori sweeps uke's advancing foot as it becomes light, while the grips guide the body in the same direction. Pay special attention to tori's position, uke's direction, and the body line that makes the throwing action visible.
What you will learn
- Recognize the name De-ashi-barai
- Understand the basic timing idea of De-ashi-barai
Key terms
- De-ashi-barai
Advancing foot sweep
De-ashi-barai sweeps the foot as it advances or becomes light. Timing and upper-body control matter more than force.
- Ashi-waza
Foot or leg techniques
Ashi-waza are techniques that use the foot or leg, often to sweep, reap, or block at the right moment.
- Kuzushi
Breaking balance
Kuzushi is the first big idea in throwing. Before a throw works well, uke's balance must be disturbed.
Good to know
- Nage-waza: Throwing techniques
- Nage-waza is the family of Judo throws. Throws use timing, balance, and position instead of raw strength.
- Ashi-waza: Foot or leg techniques
- Ashi-waza are techniques that use the foot or leg, often to sweep, reap, or block at the right moment.