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What is Seoi Nage in BJJ?

Pronunciation: seh-oy nah-geh

Quick Definition

A judo shoulder throw turning in and loading the opponent onto your back.

Full Explanation

Seoi nage (shoulder throw) is one of the most popular throws in judo and BJJ. You turn your back to the opponent, load them onto your back or shoulder, and throw them over. There are many variations including morote seoi nage (two-handed), ippon seoi nage (one-handed), and drop seoi nage (dropping to the knees). It is effective because the turning motion and leverage make it difficult to resist when timed correctly.

Examples in Context

"She hit a perfect seoi nage for ippon"

"Drop seoi nage is effective even against bigger opponents"

Origin

Judo - meaning "shoulder throw"

Related Terms

Takedown

A technique to bring a standing opponent to the ground.

Kata Guruma

A judo shoulder throw similar to the fireman's carry in wrestling.

Judo

The Japanese martial art from which BJJ was derived, focused on throws and pins.

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