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Tachi Waza - Judo Standing Position
The Tachi Waza is the standing phase
in every judo fight.
That's the beginning of each battle when you are
on your feet and you prepare to throw
your opponent to the ground.
Throwing techniques are called "Nage Waza"
Punches and kicks are not allowed in judo competition, but are sometimes
traditionally
practiced by some clubs and schools.
Grappling is done in the Tachi Waza phase.
Technical description: Tachi Waza - Judo
- Bend your knees a bit and don't have your center of gravity too high.
- Keep your hands and arms relaxed, so that you are able to react fast. Grappling !!!
- Walk on your toes, but don't hop around like a kangaroo.
- Don't let your opponent grab your gi in the chest area.
- Tachi Waza, grappling, throw ( Nage Waza ) Lock - Win.
You see, . . . everything starts in the Tachi Waza phase and a mistake in this phase can cost you a victory.
- Learn basic gymnastics, judo rolls etc, to improve your falling technique.
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