judo in the street

[superfighter]

in a street fight, 1 on 1, what would your top judo throws be that you think ud be able to execute under such pressure?

 

you could include groundwork to.

[Gumbi]

It really depends on the Judoka- whatever throw is his speciality I would assume hes more likely to throw that one.

 

For instance, I dont have a half bad uchimata, but my seo nage leaves a lot to be desired- someone else may be the exact opposite in terms of their throws.

 

Also, in fights, Im more likely to rely on wrestling takedowns than Judo throws- its just a preference, and double underhooks is often very easy to get.

[GhostlySykanRyu]

If the opponent is alone, Uke Otoshi (floating drop throw) would definitely be an option. If not, then Morote Seoi Nage (if I can get a grip on the lapel/shirt...if not, then Ippon Seoi Nage)...simple and effective.

[TJS]

osoto gari(sp?)

[Gunyo Kogusoku]

Osoto-gari, ouchi-gari, deashi-barai, Ogoshi, ippon seoi-nage & morote seoi-nage.

 

Those would be the ones I'd see working

[GhostlySykanRyu]

Gumbie-are you taller than average? If so, your problem with seoi nage could be getting your center underneath the opponents...just wondering.

[Gumbi]

Gumbie-are you taller than average? If so, your problem with seoi nage could be getting your center underneath the opponents...just wondering.

 

Im about 6'0 - 6'1 - long slender build, and yeah I have much more trouble with Judo throws than wrestling takedowns.

[GhostlySykanRyu]

Yep, your height might be the root of the problem there. I guess it's just a matter of practice for you to get your center under a shorter opponent's.

[1kickKO]

I would normally use a basic ogoshi.

[honour is life]

you have to remember that the only problem in the street is that the people you throw wont have the training that normal uki's have. when you go to throw them they will just cling on for dear life. After that the only thing you can do to get them off is jump and land on them. believe me, i learnt by experience!