Off-Balance (Kuzushi)

Disrupting opponent's balance and stability. Also called Kuzushi (崩し:くずし) in Japanese.

Applicable Phases: Standing Phase

Techniques (5)

A takedown technique where the attacker grabs the opponent's ankle (typically the lead leg) and lif…

Standing Phase Tie-up Neutral Stance Clinch/Upper Body Control Lower Body Engagement Standing

A technique where the attacker grabs the opponent's collar or neck and pulls/drags them forward and…

Standing Phase Collar Tie Clinch/Upper Body Control

Hikikomi Gaeshi is a sacrifice throw where the thrower pulls the opponent forcefully downward while…

Forward Sacrifice

A takedown technique where the attacker controls the opponent's upper body (typically with an under…

Standing Phase Collar Tie Clinch/Upper Body Control

A guard-bottom sweep executed when the opponent stands up inside closed guard or open guard to atte…

Ground Phase Closed Guard