Glossary

Counter technique: uke transforms tori's technique without interrupting the flow by taking advantage of an opening in tori's movement or stance. For example, an ikkyo technique can be countered with an ikkyo by changing the position.

180-degree turn on the spot, without moving the feet (hip only); also called tenkai.

Arm locking technique developed from a kaiten-nage entrance; also called ude-garami

1. shoulder; 2. predetermined sequence of movements (practice form)

Uke grabs one of tori's shoulders, usually the fabric of the jacket at the front of the shoulder.

Combined attack by grabbing the shoulder with one hand and striking to the face with the other hand

Wrist

Uke grabs one of tori's wrists with one hand (gyaku-hanmi = mirror stance)

See morote-dori.

Partner exercises, where the staff is used to defend against a sword attack