Judo technique
Uki-goshi
Learn the basics of Uki-goshi.
Meaning
Floating hip throw
Pronunciation
oo-kee-goh-shee
What this technique covers
What the name means
Uki-goshi means Floating hip throw in Judo.
Classification
- Type
- Nage-waza: Throwing techniques
- Subtype
- Koshi-waza: Hip techniques
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 Uki-goshi, tori turns in, connects the hip lightly across uke's front, and throws by rotating without lifting. 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 Uki-goshi
- Understand the basic execution idea of Uki-goshi
Key terms
- Uki-goshi
Floating hip throw
Uki-goshi is an early hip throw. Tori turns in and uses rotation to make uke float over the hip line.
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.
- Koshi-waza: Hip techniques
- Koshi-waza are throwing techniques where the hip is central to the throwing action.