Technique Database
Off Balancing
Kuzushi
Breaking the opponent's balance to make striking, throwing or controlling easier.
Key steps
- Move the opponent's centre rather than just pushing the arms.
- Use angles, timing and body position.
- Apply pressure through stance and hip movement.
- Follow immediately once balance is broken.
Coaching points
- Move the opponent's centre rather than just pushing the arms.
- Use angles, timing and body position.
- Apply pressure through stance and hip movement.
- Follow immediately once balance is broken.