One Arm Shoulder Throw - Ippon Seoi Nage

The technique shown below is illustrated in my book Modern Self Defense for the 21st   Unless otherwise stated, all throwing techniques are described from a right side traditional Judo grab (Kumi-Kata).  Kumi-Kata is performed by Tori and Uke standing naturally with their feet shoulder width apart, right foot slightly advanced.  Both grab each others left lapel with the right hand.  Then both grab each others right elbow with the left hand.  Although each throw is broken down into individual steps, it is performed as one movement.  Another important part of throwing is to remember to keep your center of gravity lower than your opponent.  This is accomplished by keeping your belt lower than Uke’s belt when throwing. Only practice throwing techniques on a suitable surface designed for absorbing the impact and only under the guidance of a trained instructor. Pull upward moving Uke forward and onto the toes.  Step across with the right foot placing it directly in front of Uke’s right foot.  While doing this, pivot 180 degrees on the balls of your feet so that you and Uke are facing the same direction (feet are shoulder width apart, knees bent so that your waist is lower than Uke’s waist, the back right hip touching Uke’s stomach).  While turning, release the right hand, bringing it under the right shoulder, grabbing the right lapel above the shoulder. Extending the legs and pulling across the body with the left hand, throw Uke over the right shoulder and into a left side break fall.  Variation:  Drop down onto the right knee after turning 180 degrees.  Remember, without safety, there can be no Jujitsu.