Harai-goshi / Sweeping Hip Throw
払い腰
Dynamic Judo hip throw combining hip contact with a sweeping outer thigh reap.
Quick Facts
CategoryConcept / Principle
Pronunciation/[hah-rye goh-shee]/
Alternative NamesSweeping hip throw, Harai-goshi
Definition
Harai-goshi ('sweeping hip') was created by Judo founder Jigoro Kano. Loading the opponent against the hip, the thrower sweeps their outer leg back forcefully against the opponent's thigh to complete an explosive arc.
Related Terms
Kuzushi / Off-balancing崩し
First and essential phase of any throw in Judo or Aikido: breaking the opponent's balance.
Ippon一本Highest score achievable in Judo and Karate resulting in an immediate match victory.
Nage-waza / Throwing Techniques投げ技Category encompassing all throwing and takedown techniques in Judo, Aikido, and Jujutsu.
Koshi-waza / Hip Throws腰技Subcategory of Judo throws where the attacker's hips act as the pivot fulcrum for the throw.