Punch Defense to Koshi Guruma Throw (Fundamentals)

Professor Lucas Lepri demonstrates an effective punch defense and immediate counterattack with the Koshi Guruma throw. When the opponent attempts to strike Lucas, Lucas blocks the strike with his same-side forearm. He circles his arm to catch the opponent’s striking arm and hold it tightly to his chest. At the same time, he steps close to the opponent with the leg opposite the striking arm and applies a cross face with his free arm, grabbing the opponent’s shoulder. Turning his body to face the same direction as his opponent, Lucas brings his other foot close to the opponent and shifts his hips past the opponent’s center line, lifting his hips and twisting his upper body to complete the throw.