r/judo • u/One_Walrus8690 • 1d ago

General Training Thoughts on my Seoi Nage?

This was at a judo for BJJ type of class but I’ve recently switched over to a Judo gym since I realized I enjoy it much more. I’ve discovered Seoi Nage throws are my favorite but I can’t say they come easy to me. Just wanted to share.

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u/BebopOrRocksteady 1d ago

I think moving uke around your shoulder as opposed to over would feel a bit more natural and make the Ukemi easier on uke. You want one clean motion so when your grips are in, by turning into the body of uke with your hips you should have already Kuzushi and at that point you are guiding them into Ukemi. Make it part of your rotation to your throwing position so it is one motion of throwing while turning as opposed to turn then throw.