Major Outer Reaping Throw - O Soto Gari

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 downward on the right elbow while pulling upward on the left lapel off-centering Uke backwards and onto the right leg.  Step outside the right leg of Uke with the left leg.  Step behind Uke’s right leg with the right leg placing the calf onto Uke’s calf.  Sweep out the right leg, throwing Uke into a left side break fall.  Remember, without safety, there can be no Jujitsu.