Training notes: Katatedori hiji nage

In the below video Morihiro Saito Sensei demonstrates the Aikido technique Katatedori hiji nage.

A key feature of the technique is that the projection involves pressure being placed on the uke’s elbow. The choice for the uke is to roll out or risk serious injury due to hyper extension of the elbow joint. For this reason it needs to practised slowly and with due regard for safety by both the nage and uke.

Depending on the school, the technique may also be referred to as Katatedori kokyu nage or Katatedori juji nage.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

Technical aspects – London Aikido Club

In the below video, Sensei Andy Hathaway of the London Aikido Club gives instruction on the technical aspects for the technique. For other excellent technical videos on Aikido generously shared by the London Aikido Club, please see their channel on You tube.