[Aikido Techniques] Koshi Nage Explanation

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Koshi Nage can be a hard to grasp Aikido technique. Here we offer you a detailed, yet simple explanation to get a good understanding of how it works, and to actually do it efficiently.
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Editing: Danguole Garškaitė
Instructor: RokasLeo
Uke: Gytis Aprimas
Camera: Eduardas Girjotas
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[@gladius2489]

You’re addressing uke too high rather than at his center. This results in you lifting his weight onto your back. What if he were significantly heavier? Would you really want to do this? Your hips should meet his hips and kick them out in a matter of speaking. This is a technique that Kanai Sensei used to use

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Shamieraah Jamal Hi, the Ukemi (landing) in this technique is quite hard but there are a few ways. I actually looked into one of the ways here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4rVmHqki76BjZo . I could look more closely at it if you would like? I have also done an Uchi kaiten nage tutorial here: bit.ly/1NplTF9 . But I did it a while ago and today I am not happy about. I'll think about re-making it making it much better :)

[@wizzbangtg]

That I must say was the best explanation of how Koshi Nage works that I have ever had the pleasure to witness. Thank you so very much.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Tom George My pleasure! Glad to hear you liked it Sincerely, RokasLeo

[@alanlee5339]

thanks for the tutorial, great explanation, show us the other variation of the koshinage as well. thanks

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+alan lee Will do

[@aliasvectoraliasvector246]

Hi. Thank you for the video. We do the technique in different way - set the feet together and bend the nees. But we don't lift the uke, just let him roll over the back. But your variant probably easier to do. Could you please explain more detaily how to make ukemi, because many people herts their backs. It is not do clear when you falling. Some people support themselves with free hand grasping the hand or kimono of the nage, others try to meet the tatami with palm as early as posible. So, this is not clear how to do it safely.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

There are different ways. You can actually check this tutorial about it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4rVmHqki76BjZo . There is a part specifically for Koshi Nage

[@aliasvectoraliasvector246]

+AikidoSiauliai thank you

[@KelvindeWolfe]

Use third technique to enter for this throw.

[@davidszyszka7943]

In November I had someone throw in in Koshinage and I ended up breaking my foot in 3 places. I am not sure how it happened and it never happened to me before, I think maybe he went too slowly and my instinct was to just stand up? I am all better now and heal but because of what happened I feel nervous with Koshinage now. I will try my best to get past it. Thank you for your videos - I watch them everyday.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

I am happy to hear about your foot having healed. Our body/mind naturally starts to resist places and moments which caused danger/trauma so it's important to give it space, respect that feeling and get back into a similar experience step by step, not rushing full head in doing the same again, since there is a chance to repeat the mistake. Take it easy, do Koshi nage bit by bit with trustworthy people and your mind will slowly ease into it again

[@sebastianarteaga8401]

maybe the uke landed on your toes, it happens in judo if tori is not aware

[@georgessuzan]

thanks for your explanation. I didn't know the koshi nage with wide stance. seems way easier to begin with. I would really like to see you explain short stance to help figure out what the differences are. great videos as always.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+georges suzan Thanks! There's been quite a few requests now for the short stance Koshi Nage so I'll do my best to film it and release as soon as I can

[@tommasofittipaldi2455]

the stance depends on the position of the uke and tori, the type ot grip, the speed of the attack, the number of the uke around you...etc... katate dori koshi nage, shomen uchi, yokomen uchi, ushiro ryote dori all have a larger stance ...morote dori is different... at least two versions of it...

[@AKlover]

Seems inefficient. Mechanics are sound but there are too many chances for thing to go wrong. Screwing up the opponents equilibrium/balance, turning your back,, and doing a shift of your own momentum are all possible failure points. Seems like this would not work on anyone with any real training. Showing it at speed would help make the case.,

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+AKlover I actually agree. But that is the way I generally see Aikido techniques - as compilations of different principles to practice in a very specific set of circumstances, so that you could later apply the same principles in any given situation. Sincerely, RokasLeo

[@asteriskcolon]

Screwing up equilibrium/balance is a skill you develop and refine over the course of years. Even after a year of practicing the technique, you might not be consistent, but after, say, five years, you're much closer to totally consistent at it. Additonally, these ideas apply to other techniques... if you are better at screwing with their balance in specific ways because fo your practice on Koshi nage, you can often do similar things in say, Kokyu nage... or even Judo throws, in some cases, etc.

[@teddyriadi4083]

Thank You Sensei

[@tommasofittipaldi2455]

Good effort, but you are too far away from uke... You need to go with your hip/butt against the uke... your butt goes the opposite way...you can't pull anyone but their arms... remember how the technique is in motion...your body can't be away from the uke... try it...

[@tommasofittipaldi2455]

the other weird thing is ... too much time spent on explaining it...do it 1000 times and they you'll have a better grip... too much theory...

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Tommaso Fittipaldi Are you sure you are willing to tell that to a beginner? People want to understand what they practise, they want to know what they need to look for. Otherwise 1 out of a 100 these days will be willing to train in the dark. Do you really want to loose all those potential students? Do you really want to discourage them from getting to know Aikido? If you don't need theory, nobody is forcing you to watch this video. This video is meant for those who need help and some support as they want to get to know Aikido.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Tommaso Fittipaldi Are you sure you are willing to tell that to a beginner? People want to understand what they practise, they want to know what they need to look for. Otherwise 1 out of a 100 these days will be willing to train in the dark. Do you really want to loose all those potential students? Do you really want to discourage them from getting to know Aikido? If you don't need theory, nobody is forcing you to watch this video. This video is meant for those who need help and some support as they want to get to know Aikido.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Tommaso Fittipaldi Are you sure you are willing to tell that to a beginner? People want to understand what they practise, they want to know what they need to look for. Otherwise 1 out of a 100 these days will be willing to train in the dark. Do you really want to loose all those potential students? Do you really want to discourage them from getting to know Aikido? If you don't need theory, nobody is forcing you to watch this video. This video is meant for those who need help and some support as they want to get to know Aikido.

[@miguelreyes9413]

cool Sensie thank you

[@SitoOrtiz]

Thank you very much

[@LubomirFotev]

More simple techniques please

[@MartialArtsJourney]

Hi, more simple techniques are on the way. Tomorrow we will release a simple explanation of Suwari Waza Kokyu Ho.

[@LubomirFotev]

Thank you! Keep up the good videos, they are very interesting!

[@MartialArtsJourney]

Here is the newest video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6bIanymqc56o9U . More will come out. Let me know what you think Sincerely, RokasLeo

[@LubomirFotev]

+AikidoSiauliai Nice! Sensei Rokas can you do a demonstrational video on aikido styles and their history

[@MartialArtsJourney]

Lubomir Fotev It's a great request! I am actually thinking of this video for a while now. There is a list of videos which are planned right now, so it might take a bit of time to make this, but I will put it on the list on a high priority!

[@TacticalOrbitalTaco]

I'm not a big fan of Aikido, but I feel like complimenting this. This video goes through the technical details of how the throw works. A lot of time Aikido videos talk about chi or flow or center in an ambiguous way that doesn't really explain the technique. A lot of esoteric terms are thrown around that are meaningless. So nice job.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

Thanks. I also feel that Aikido deserves to become more practical and modern. Even if "chi" and "flow" are explained in a way, which makes practical sense and is not mystified. All in all, glad you liked the video

[@valeriovittoria]

Great Sensei can you do Ushiro Kubishime Koshi Nage

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Valerio Vittoria That's a good one. I will put it on the list

[@bluenarrowsky923]

Sensei. I did koshinage with a fellow friend, I didn't land properly the second time and nearly broke my neck, a bone in my neck shifted alittle. Heard a terrifying crack sound . I can't practice aikido for now sadly. How do I protect myself from a koshinage fall ??

[@TacticalOrbitalTaco]

Learn breakfalls. Get an instructor.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

Hello Zhi Qi Wong, the safest way that I've discovered so far is what I call a "foot high fall". I've made a short tutorial about it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4rVmHqki76BjZo . Normally it really makes a big difference in terms of falling safety. Let me know how it goes

[@bluenarrowsky923]

thank you sensei. will do

[@brottarnacke]

Get an instructor ASAP if you don't have one.

[@killersalmon4359]

If you don't know how to do breakfalls, you have no business doing throws. Learn breakfalls FIRST, and then practice them until they become second nature.

[@cphillips3857]

How much of each class do you devote specifically to ukemi?

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Colette Phillips I used to do quite a bit of it, although recently I am exploring a new program. What about your Dojo?

[@Urahara72]

Thank you so much for that helpful video its easy and well explained and yes please i would love if u can do a video to explain the koshi nage with the feet joined together

[@MartialArtsJourney]

Thanks. Koshi Nage with feet together is on the way :) Sincerely, Rokas

[@Urahara72]

Thanks Rokas looking forward to it :)

[@bluenarrowsky923]

can you come up with a more detailed tutorial of the unsupported soft fall sensei ?

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Zhi Qi Wong Will look into it

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Zhi Qi Wong Will look into it

[@tommasofittipaldi2455]

Onegaeshimasu

[@shihonage]

Thanks.

pretty good video.

[@enlightenone4284]

wow Thank you so much. this was the best explanation I've ever heard. at my dojo we barely do koshinage in class, but now that I have to test for shodan at the end of the year I need to know this. I would also like to know the small stance version when you have the chance. Thank you so much.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+danger one My pleasure! It's true that often times Koshi Nage is left without any detailed explanation, since it's an advanced technique, yet it really makes a difference when you know what to look for. It might take a while for me to do a small stance version, since we have a schedule for the videos and there are at least 5 technical videos planned ahead, but I will look into it :)

[@enlightenone4284]

No worries. Question, where is your dojo located?

[@MartialArtsJourney]

danger one I'm not sure if the answer will be a good one for you :) My Dojo is in Europe, small country called Lithuania, city Siauliai. Although I am always happy to welcome guests. We have regular classes and even a live-in space.

[@enlightenone4284]

+AikidoSiauliai oh ok, one day I want to visit there. I live in Florida in the US and right now I'm just trying to put all of my focus into aikido, and I believe it could be apart of my career. And you have really inspired me with your whole style and knowledge.

[@MartialArtsJourney]

danger one That's really great to hear. Many of my channel viewers are actually Americans (maybe because of English language alongside other reasons), so it's a shame when most of the times I can't invite someone to stop and come in as they drive by the Dojo. I find that being an Aikido instructor, or even connecting it with our professional life can be very great. It can inspire people on many levels and aid in many different ways. It's great that you are considering this. If you are ever around Europe, don't hesitate to drop by Hopefully one day I'll be around the States too

[@sandooo4603]

This is gread, can you do Shiho Nage?

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+Sandooo Shiho nage would be a great tutorial to make. I am sure I will make it soon

[@MartialArtsJourney]

Hey Sandooo, It took us a while, but here is the requested tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/mqHJamStfsmigcU Enjoy!

[@sandooo4603]

Thank you

[@MartialArtsJourney]

Sandooo My pleasure!

[@Gronked]

I tried this once while sparring and I couldn't make it work properly, should I just quit and take up BJJ and MMA? I probably should. I mean I "could" try to actually learn and understand it properly, but I think instead I'll just quit and start publicly dumping on the art as a whole - what do you think?

[@imustkill]

Thanks for the video. Please add examples at speed

[@MartialArtsJourney]

+numbersys That's a great idea. Thanks!