5 Awesome Grappling Dummy throws

If you own a grappling dummy there are so many techniques you can do that will help you get better at grappling. On my grappling dummy I do heaps of throws but Osoto gari, Seoi nage, Tai otoshi, O goshi and Harai goshi are some of my favourite techniques to throw my dummy with. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to throw your dummy.

Osoto Gari

- Start with a standard grip

- Step forward with your left foot and pull your opponent off balance

- Keep your opponents arm tight to your chest

- Bring your foot forwards ready to sweep your opponents leg

- Keep this leg slightly bent with toes pointed downwards

- As your leg sweeps your opponents leg, make sure your head travels forwards towards the mat (simulating a seesaw movement)

Seoi-nage (Shoulder throw)

- Begin with a standard grip

- Start your entry by stepping forwards with your right leg as you simultaneously open up his right arm

- Simultaneously punch your right elbow up into your opponents' armpit, as you pivot on your front right foot so that you are facing the same direction as your opponent

- Make sure both your feet are inside your opponents' feet

- Make sure your knees are bent and your back is straight

- Pull your opponent forward and straighten your legs to lift your opponent off the ground

- Finish by bringing your right arm down alongside your left knee

Harai-goshi

- Begin with the standard grip

- Step forwards with your right leg, as you simultaneously pull your opponent off balance

- Pivot on your right foot and place your left foot inside your opponent's feet, as you simultaneously wrap your arm around your opponents head

- Quickly start the sweeping action with your leg

- Keeping your sweeping leg slightly bent, hit your opponent in the knee with your hamstring to finish the throw

Tai-otoshi (2 on 1 Grip)

- Begin with a standard grip

- Step forwards with your right foot as you pull your opponent forwards with your left hand

- Pivot on your front foot so you are facing the same direction as your opponent. Make sure your left foot isn't too wide

- As you pivot, simultaneously bring your right hand into your opponents elbow and step across your opponents' legs, then sharply pull him over the leg to finish the throw

O-goshi (Hip Throw)

- Begin with a standard grip

- Step forwards with your right foot as you under hook your opponent with your right hand

- Pivot on your front foot so that you are facing the same way as your opponent, and both of your feet are in between their feet

- Keep your knees bent and back straight

- To finish the throw, straighten your legs and rotate your opponent over your hips.

Author: Matt D'Aquino
http://www.grapplingdummyguide.com
I have written a book called "The Complete Guide to the Grappling Dummy." This eBook contains over 100 techniques for Judo, BJJ and MMA as well as 65 workouts catered for Judo, BJJ or MMA. The Complete Guide to the Grappling Dummy also comes with 2 bonus eBooks. The first is "40 Kettlebell Workouts for MMA, BJJ & Judo" as well as "99 Tips for fighters" which is a collection of nutrition, fitness and technical tips that helped me become an Olympian. For more info visit http://www.grapplingdummyguide.com