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/Whole-Tone-5344 nidan 1d ago

One advice only: finish the job!

You’ve successfully loaded your Uke properly onto your back. But you stopped pulling and now Uke got stuck, piggybagging on you. Imagine slashing a sword, going from the top, downward and all the way to the other side, while turning your torso and head to your left.

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u/Rich_Barracuda333 yonkyu 1d ago

My sensei says to turn your shoulders and head so you’re looking at the wall behind you, when I was first learning that helped me massively. As I’ve progressed I’ve learnt more and more about the rotational power to finish the job