i ve seen your judo randori cessions in many videos and i m very impressed . the way you move , the way you flow , and of course your technique , many judokas should learn from you , thank you for showing what judo is .
This combined with the advancing foot sweep drills that you posted are gonna bring my take down game to another level - appreciate you taking the time to post this - fantastic stuff!!
I think my biggest weakness is my stand up especially with the gi, im going to work with this and the uchimata that you posted earlier, i really like how you dissect and explain these techniques. hope to see other judo tutorials in the future 🙏
My biggest weakness was my stand up too. Then I got my brown belt and thought “oh shit, I’m about to be a black belt with terrible takedowns”… haha. Full judo mode engaged. Hey I have a full course for sale where I cover every throw I found usefulfor Jiu Jitsu, as well as drills, movement, grip fighting etc. check the description!
Excellent details. The toes pointing in the correct direction @ 2:38 is so important and I feel is a huge reason many people are unable to get their finish🤙Great video!
Hey Breck, yes exactly! Key component to making a lot throws work is the footwork, namely planting in the correct direction so you can generate force in the correct direction. Thanks man!
This setup is so slick. Thank you for the great details. I havnt seen this grip setup in any other hiza garuma videos. This is one of my best takedowns straight to knee ride now. I would love to see a video on how you chain this with osoto gari or any other takedowns. Thanks again for the great instructional.
The level of detail was very clear. If you had never done this move and just tried to follow what you said on this video you would but putting people down immediately.
Cool hiza guruma setup ❤ The good thing about this throw is, it works from the outside and works especially good if you're lanky with long legs (like me). You can hit hiza gurumas from miles away, where most beginners dont expect anything at all.
For a rightie (which you seem to be), the correct form is to attack uke's right leg, not the left one. This one is a variation, not the original version.
Hey Dom, followed you for a long time. I’ve been hitting everyone with this 😂 such a high percentage throw. Thank you for sharing. If you are ever in U.K. for seminars I’ll make sure I travel to attend 💪🏻✋🏻👊🏻
Thank you, i found it very interesting!! I have only One doubt: in bjj, fighters use to stay lower than the guy in the video.. does this technique work anyway?
I guess the problem with it is, that the upper body needs to come forward, so the foot makes the step to balance it, which you then block to throw... When he's hanging back in this very low, defensive bjj stance, its very hard pulling his upper body forward all the way through. Mostly you wont be able to break the defensive posture or you'll end up getting countered. In this case, you need a different timing on the hiza. Use his forward momentum as a setup and use the hiza as a counter move. Wait or bait him into comming forward. Just start pulling when he's already moving forward (in the direction where you wanna pull in the first place). If you develop good timing it might work. But im a beginner too. Its just how i see the situation
Great question! To keep it simple, I teach from the competitive BJJ perspective. I cover the modifications you need to make to certain high percentage techniques for them to succeed against common BJJ situations. For example, uchimata. If you tried uchimata the conventional way it’s taught in Judo, with a lifting tsurite and hikkite, and inside collar control, you’re going to have difficulty getting your hips close enough and you may get your back taken once you commit due to the “cling” effect a Jiujeteiro have when thrown. A better option is to use an outside uchimata, and to force their head down even further into their already bent over stance. Your grip should be an outside grip, inferior in judo, but difficult to hug the back after the throw. This modified uchimata would be difficult on an upright judoka, but is like magic on a stooped over Jiujeteiro.
@@DubiousDom thanks for the detailed reply. I noted your grips, that's a good point... (my Judo coaches would kill me if they say that grip). I'll try it at jits, it'll extend their posture more. Thank you much.
I'm brown belt bjj, been training judo for 3 months (using your work as my sort of base) and I threw a judo black belt with Hiza after watching this. Not meant as a brag- your stuff works. I think more people will look to have your kind of skill set in bjj in the future. And the sport will be better off for it! Keep doing what you're doing. If you could maybe do a video on how to approach guard pullers I would appreicate it. Unless you've already made it and I missed it
Nice Dom! Quick questions: what do you think makes this throw particularly easy on BJJ people? And do you strongly prefer hiza guruma over sasae or are they very similar to you?
I think the main thing that makes it easier is the forward bent posture. The weight of their head is already over their toes, so half of the off-balance is done for you. Also, I prefer hiza because it’s more of a dunk than sasae, but I’ll take what I can get since both movements are identical.
@@DubiousDom Thanks! I agree on the bent over posture, but what I don't understand yet is why turn throws aren't also super easy against BJJ posture then. Somehow people can stiff-arm my turn throw away, but not my sasae... Anyway, thanks!
@@maxikozie it’s because BJJ players stay on their heels with their weight back at the first sign of danger. They’re like constantly awaiting a turning forward throw, it’s the one they worry most about. The big Seoi Nage or o goshi. They’re essentially playing Rock Paper Scissors and just choosing rock everytime, which works great if you only use scissors. Attack the backwards throws and get them off their heels and the turning forward throw will be much easier.
@@DubiousDom I love that Rock Paper Scissors analogy, I'll hold onto that :) I still don't fully understand why that makes Hiza easier than turn throws, because they're both forward. Somehow they can block the turn throw, but not the (weaker) Hiza? I feel like an explanation exists, and that it also explains why I find ouchi much easier than kouchi against BJJ posture. But anyway, thanks a lot for responding to my messages! BTW: I actually landed your uchi mata against BJJ posture this weekend :)
@@maxikozie I think the reason is that Hiza is less telegraphed because you don't need to completely rotate to attack the throw. Anytime you break eye contact to turn and throw it's like alarm bells going off for the uke, which is why the head turn is integrated into ko uchi set ups. Also like I said before, BJJ fighters are overly reactive to that head turn and stay heavy on the heels, so turning forward throws get preemptively stuffed. That, and also being able to forward throw while still generally facing the opponent lowers the skill ceiling dramatically, so not only is it easier on BJJ people, it's just easier. Probably the last reason would be that many turning forward throws use the hip as the fulcrum, and BJJ fighters retract the hips super far to avoid that. Hiza uses the knee as the fulcrum, which is more available. Sorry my espresso just hit so wall of text haha
Yes! Over under grips work great no gi. Also hiza guruma uses the knee as the fulcrum, where as sasae uses the ankle. I like hiza because it’s usually a bigger drop haha.
@@DubiousDom I know bro I've seen you tearin it up on the circuit. I saw on reddit tho you got your judo bb, so I figured you have the credentials to be called a judo guy now as well lol
Thanks again for the help and tips today per this throw. As remuneration, I can offer you this rockin' highlight video which contains some of the knee wheel throws I've been able to hit due to your video instruction: th-cam.com/video/-4V83R7R3Xk/w-d-xo.html
The details of the Elbow really caught my attention and made a sense for me. Great details overall. This is something I will add to my game for sure.
My judo sensei never went over this level of detail on Hiza Guruma. Thank you!
Because this one is not the "correct" way to execute that throw.
i ve seen your judo randori cessions in many videos and i m very impressed . the way you move , the way you flow , and of course your technique , many judokas should learn from you , thank you for showing what judo is .
I've been watching your tecs for many years and they just works for me like a charm 💪
This is the most in-depth and comprehensive tutorial on Hiza Guruma. Thank you so much instructor!
This combined with the advancing foot sweep drills that you posted are gonna bring my take down game to another level - appreciate you taking the time to post this - fantastic stuff!!
I think my biggest weakness is my stand up especially with the gi, im going to work with this and the uchimata that you posted earlier, i really like how you dissect and explain these techniques. hope to see other judo tutorials in the future 🙏
My biggest weakness was my stand up too. Then I got my brown belt and thought “oh shit, I’m about to be a black belt with terrible takedowns”… haha. Full judo mode engaged.
Hey I have a full course for sale where I cover every throw I found usefulfor Jiu Jitsu, as well as drills, movement, grip fighting etc. check the description!
Excellent details. The toes pointing in the correct direction @ 2:38 is so important and I feel is a huge reason many people are unable to get their finish🤙Great video!
Hey Breck, yes exactly! Key component to making a lot throws work is the footwork, namely planting in the correct direction so you can generate force in the correct direction. Thanks man!
First thought: Oh man, another great vid from Dom! Second thought: John Wick got his black belt? :) Keep up the awesome work Dom!
This setup is so slick. Thank you for the great details. I havnt seen this grip setup in any other hiza garuma videos. This is one of my best takedowns straight to knee ride now. I would love to see a video on how you chain this with osoto gari or any other takedowns. Thanks again for the great instructional.
This is the first time I've ever seen closing/driving that elbow back and up! Thank you for the details!
The level of detail was very clear. If you had never done this move and just tried to follow what you said on this video you would but putting people down immediately.
so glad i found your yt channel!!!!
me too man haha
Cool hiza guruma setup ❤
The good thing about this throw is, it works from the outside and works especially good if you're lanky with long legs (like me). You can hit hiza gurumas from miles away, where most beginners dont expect anything at all.
Excellent instruction. Thank you.
Im still a white belt in BJJ but im picking up judo next month awesome stuff. Your level of detail is helpful.
Awesome, congrats on taking the scary leap into doing Judo. Spar carefully and learn to breakfall!
great detail, really informative. subscribed
Thank you so much!
Always tremendous instruction...thank you!
Incredible teaching wow
DOM IS MONEY! I don’t even like judo but I’m definitely trying this.
Bro, I was the same way, I hated judo. Then I started learning it and using it and realized how sick it was.
I love this technique
Thanks Man Grind Chase Hit.. No Hit Apply Counter Sequence Repeat Attack🤙🏽
For a rightie (which you seem to be), the correct form is to attack uke's right leg, not the left one. This one is a variation, not the original version.
Hey Dom, followed you for a long time. I’ve been hitting everyone with this 😂 such a high percentage throw. Thank you for sharing. If you are ever in U.K. for seminars I’ll make sure I travel to attend 💪🏻✋🏻👊🏻
Going to try this out! Ty!
You're very welcome. Report back 👍
Hiza Guruma is the takedown that never seems like it'll work and that why it takes me out every time.
Man an overhead view would be so cool
Working this with the previous Uchi.
Osoto Gari would complete the combo
I didn’t know John legend does bjj/judo. What an absolute legend.
Thank you, i found it very interesting!! I have only One doubt: in bjj, fighters use to stay lower than the guy in the video.. does this technique work anyway?
I guess the problem with it is, that the upper body needs to come forward, so the foot makes the step to balance it, which you then block to throw...
When he's hanging back in this very low, defensive bjj stance, its very hard pulling his upper body forward all the way through. Mostly you wont be able to break the defensive posture or you'll end up getting countered.
In this case, you need a different timing on the hiza. Use his forward momentum as a setup and use the hiza as a counter move. Wait or bait him into comming forward. Just start pulling when he's already moving forward (in the direction where you wanna pull in the first place). If you develop good timing it might work. But im a beginner too. Its just how i see the situation
Thank you💪
Amazing stuff got a ton of Judo to drill at the academy
Thanks Sammy, more to come man
Are there any meaningful differences btwn hiza garuma vs sasae? Is hiza better for shorter players with hobbit legs?
Thank you for the excellent instruction. What would you say differentiates your Judo for bjj instructional vs a regular Judo instructional or dojo?
Great question! To keep it simple, I teach from the competitive BJJ perspective. I cover the modifications you need to make to certain high percentage techniques for them to succeed against common BJJ situations.
For example, uchimata. If you tried uchimata the conventional way it’s taught in Judo, with a lifting tsurite and hikkite, and inside collar control, you’re going to have difficulty getting your hips close enough and you may get your back taken once you commit due to the “cling” effect a Jiujeteiro have when thrown.
A better option is to use an outside uchimata, and to force their head down even further into their already bent over stance. Your grip should be an outside grip, inferior in judo, but difficult to hug the back after the throw. This modified uchimata would be difficult on an upright judoka, but is like magic on a stooped over Jiujeteiro.
@@DubiousDom thanks for the detailed reply. I noted your grips, that's a good point... (my Judo coaches would kill me if they say that grip). I'll try it at jits, it'll extend their posture more. Thank you much.
How does this only have 5k views.
My channel is tiny haha! Hopefully it grows more 🙏🏽
I'm brown belt bjj, been training judo for 3 months (using your work as my sort of base) and I threw a judo black belt with Hiza after watching this. Not meant as a brag- your stuff works. I think more people will look to have your kind of skill set in bjj in the future. And the sport will be better off for it! Keep doing what you're doing. If you could maybe do a video on how to approach guard pullers I would appreicate it. Unless you've already made it and I missed it
Nice Dom! Quick questions: what do you think makes this throw particularly easy on BJJ people? And do you strongly prefer hiza guruma over sasae or are they very similar to you?
I think the main thing that makes it easier is the forward bent posture. The weight of their head is already over their toes, so half of the off-balance is done for you.
Also, I prefer hiza because it’s more of a dunk than sasae, but I’ll take what I can get since both movements are identical.
@@DubiousDom Thanks! I agree on the bent over posture, but what I don't understand yet is why turn throws aren't also super easy against BJJ posture then. Somehow people can stiff-arm my turn throw away, but not my sasae... Anyway, thanks!
@@maxikozie it’s because BJJ players stay on their heels with their weight back at the first sign of danger. They’re like constantly awaiting a turning forward throw, it’s the one they worry most about. The big Seoi Nage or o goshi. They’re essentially playing Rock Paper Scissors and just choosing rock everytime, which works great if you only use scissors. Attack the backwards throws and get them off their heels and the turning forward throw will be much easier.
@@DubiousDom I love that Rock Paper Scissors analogy, I'll hold onto that :) I still don't fully understand why that makes Hiza easier than turn throws, because they're both forward. Somehow they can block the turn throw, but not the (weaker) Hiza? I feel like an explanation exists, and that it also explains why I find ouchi much easier than kouchi against BJJ posture. But anyway, thanks a lot for responding to my messages! BTW: I actually landed your uchi mata against BJJ posture this weekend :)
@@maxikozie I think the reason is that Hiza is less telegraphed because you don't need to completely rotate to attack the throw. Anytime you break eye contact to turn and throw it's like alarm bells going off for the uke, which is why the head turn is integrated into ko uchi set ups. Also like I said before, BJJ fighters are overly reactive to that head turn and stay heavy on the heels, so turning forward throws get preemptively stuffed.
That, and also being able to forward throw while still generally facing the opponent lowers the skill ceiling dramatically, so not only is it easier on BJJ people, it's just easier.
Probably the last reason would be that many turning forward throws use the hip as the fulcrum, and BJJ fighters retract the hips super far to avoid that. Hiza uses the knee as the fulcrum, which is more available.
Sorry my espresso just hit so wall of text haha
Cool channel, do you just use over under grips to do this in nogi? How is hiza guruma different from sasae
Yes! Over under grips work great no gi. Also hiza guruma uses the knee as the fulcrum, where as sasae uses the ankle. I like hiza because it’s usually a bigger drop haha.
@@DubiousDom thanks man that makes sense, appreciate the specificity from you judo guys!
@@joeg7096 haha, I’m actually a Jiu Jitsu guy! Been doing Jiu Jitsu for 11 years, and started judo 3 years ago.
@@DubiousDom I know bro I've seen you tearin it up on the circuit. I saw on reddit tho you got your judo bb, so I figured you have the credentials to be called a judo guy now as well lol
@@joeg7096 oh damn my bad haha, well in that case I appreciate it!
Is that John Wick?
Baba Yaga
I am sure my man has no problem getting dates.
Is that john wick
Thanks again for the help and tips today per this throw. As remuneration, I can offer you this rockin' highlight video which contains some of the knee wheel throws I've been able to hit due to your video instruction: th-cam.com/video/-4V83R7R3Xk/w-d-xo.html
First of all Hiza Guruma is a judo move, once again the gracie family steals moves and calls it thiers. Just like jujitsu.
Perfect 👍, thank for your clear explanation