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Ude-hishigi-ashi-gatame

Ude-hishigi-ashi-gatame is a leg arm lock. Tori isolates Uke's straight arm, hooks or presses it with a leg, and uses the leg and body position to extend the elbow while controlling the wrist and shoulder.

Joint lockKansetsu-wazaChecked 21 July 2026
Ude-hishigi-ashi-gatame technique illustration
Local illustration available · visual review pendingTechnical reference: International Judo Federation

Movement sequence

  1. Control Uke's wrist and keep the shoulder from rotating away.
  2. Place your leg over or against the upper arm so the elbow is aligned against the leg as a fulcrum.
  3. Extend the joint through a small body adjustment, never a kick, and release immediately at the tap.
  4. Apply only under qualified supervision, increase pressure gradually, and release immediately when Uke taps.

Safety and training context

Use this page to prepare for coached practice, not as a substitute for instruction. Throws, locks, and strangles require appropriate experience, a qualified partner, safe matting, and direct supervision.