[T5.02] Sumi –gaeshi: (Corner Reversal)

Translation: (Sumi), (gaeshi) Counter or To Flip 

In traditional Sumi-gaeshi tori grasp’s the back of uke’s obi (belt) and pulls on one sleeve. In the AOKK we do not always train with karate-gi or judogi, and most people only wear a coat when is cold, so the jujitsu grip we use is unconventional. We utilize this throw from a grasp of the attacker’s back, collar or his/her belt. The throw comes in at a 45° angle unlike Tomo-nage that is made more straight on.

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

AOKK Category:

• Sacrifice Throws

Opening Technique:    

This counterattack can be made when uke is reaching for you, or if his/she grasps you, and lastly, if the opponent throws a punch.                             

Note: This could be a good counter to a punch.

Karate Version of Kuzushi:

Grasp the attacker’s wrist as they reach or punch. Pull the opponent forward and shin kick to the groin. Reach forward and under-hook, over-hook, or grasp the back of the attacker’s neck. As you drop your body weight hook your leg under the opponent’s thigh.

Execution: 

• Step to the side and grasp uke’s wrist.
• Reach over uke’s shoulder and grasp his/her clothing or belt.
• Hook your foot inside uke’s thigh and fall backwards like you do in Tomo-nage, stomach, or circular throw.
• Roll with the opponent and throw uke over your head.

Note: You must throw uke on an angle because if you turn straight, like in Tomo-nage, the attacker will slip off your foot.

Note: Hook your foot on the inside of uke’s thigh, so you can roll with him/her. Do not strike the groin while practicing.

Grips:

1. Trap uke’s wrist (LH) and grip his/her collar (RH).
2. Trap uke’s wrist (LH) and grip the back of his/her clothing (RH).
3. Trap uke’s wrist (LH) and grip his/her obi/belt (RH).
4. Wrap your hands around uke’s neck.

Two Key Components for AOKK Practice:

When practicing this throw there are to key components to the endeavor. The problem with this throw is the fact that it is a sacrifice technique. The ground may not be the best place to be in an altercation, so the student must first practice throwing his/her adversary and roll immediately into the standing position. This must become a reflex action. The second component is throwing the opponent and following him/her into a mount. This may be necessary if you’re trying to restrain an adversary until help arrives. This too can be used in the sport aspect of the art as well. These two components are one of the things that separate our practice from that of more sport oriented martial arts.  

Warning: Never go to the ground if there are multiple opponents.

Note: Follow this technique with an arm-bar or choke after landing in the mount above the hipline. If you choose not to submit the opponent, follow immediately with open hand strikes, closed hand strikes, knee strikes, head butts, and elbow strikes. In sport you may choose to apply a submission, or simply stand up to continue the match from this position.