[T1.05] Kibisu-gaeshi: Variation-3 (Two Handed Heel Pick)

Translation: (Kibisu) one handed, (gaeshi) counter or to flip:

This is a variation of the heel pick. The only difference between this and he traditional version of Kibisu-gaeshi is that you cup uke’s heel with both hands instead of one and drive forwards with your shoulders. Technically this is not a one-handed technique, but it is similar to the other heel picks, so it is considered a variation.  You can use the same strategy to set-up this throw as its more traditional brother. Strike uke to cause him/her to retreat or pull him/her forwards, and when they pull backwards, to avoid the attack, reverse your direction dropping down and catching uke’s heel with both hands. This throw too can be used as a counter if you’re trying to throw your opponent and he/she counters the throw and pushes away from your hip. When you feel the separation, immediately turn and drop into this throw or takedown. This too is a counter to uke’s attempt to grasp and control tori. 

Warning: Do not attempt these techniques without a qualified AOKK instructor’s supervision.

Warning: Be aware that if you shoot in to make this take-down you’re exposed to a knee strike or a kick from the opponent.

AOKK Category: 

• Takedowns

Opening Technique:

Any strike the head will work. Move uke’s thoughts to protecting his/her head and shoot low for the takedown.

Karate Version of Kuzushi:

Slap to the opponent’s face to get them to place their weight on the leg you’re going to attack. This will also cause the adversary to move back slightly to avoid being hit. When they retreat slightly drop for the takedown. Once you’ve dropped cup the heel and pull backwards while driving your shoulder forwards into the opponent’s thigh breaking their balance backwards.

Execution:

• Drop and grasp uke’s heel with both hands.

Note: You must ensure the back of the foot is cupped securely.

• Next drive your shoulders into uke’s thighs and pull backwards on uke’s heels.

Note: Place all you weight into your forward momentum. If this is being done for sport or in single combat, you can follow the opponent to the tatami (mat).

Warning: Do not go to the ground if there are more than one attacker. Do not go to the ground if there is a lot of debris than can cut you or could be used as a weapon. 

Note: Follow this technique with an arm-bar, mount above the hips, or stand up and simply walk away. If you choose the mount, follow immediately with open hand strikes, closed hand strikes, and elbow strikes. In sport you may choose to apply a choke or lock the opponent to gain a submission.