Last Thursday we spent a lot of time working on the Harai Tsurikomi Ashi , which is a type of foot sweep. It was really interesting to me however. When I picture a footsweep I tend to think of someone dropping clear down into a squat, and spinning around, hitting an opponent in the leg [...]
I know I have mentioned how happy I am with my Judo Dojo… But I was just looking at their website today. I am extremely impressed. I would highly recommend these guys if you want to learn more about Judo or Jiu Jitsu in Utah. It is something in my life, as an overwieght, 37 [...]
ACK! I was on the road last week, and then had to skip due to valentines day. Now I am on the road again this week! I am really planning to make it to class on thursday though. I’m going through withdrawls! I find myself throwing people in my dreams. Even when I hug my [...]
Well, for starters, it looks like I will be missing class this tuesday, as I will be on the road. But I will be there thursday, and will be sure and let you all know what we learned. In the meantime however, I wanted to throw up some things I have been thinking on: Judo [...]
In both classes this week we have been focussing on a move called Harai Goshi. Now, I gotta tell you, as a fairly big guy, my immediate reaction to this move (under my breath) was “This move sucks. I feels so much like the head throw, but I really like the head throw better… I’ll [...]
Sorry all for not posting for a few days. I’ve been down sick and missed a couple of classes, but I am really looking forward to tonight! Expect some more notes tomorrow. Additionally, I wanted to chime in on the UFC fights that happened over the weekend. For starters, LESNAR IS A FREIGHT TRAIN! Once [...]