In a BJJ match match, you are likely to face a standing opponent that will have stiff arms and their butt far away from you. They use this as a stalling position to avoid getting thrown.
Here Joao Rocha shows a ‘ken Ken’ Uchi Mata against a stalling opponent.
In Judo, Uchi mata is called “the King of Throws”. Uchi Mata is Ashi Waza or a foot technique, and known as one of the most difficult throws but also the most beautiful.
The Ken Ken Uchi Mata technique is almost a must for every BJJ athlete.
Why? Because it’s relatively simple to learn and execute.
João Rocha demonstrates the setup:
Score Takedowns From Your Feet With This BJJ-Specific Blueprint For Throws, Shots, & More From João Gabriel Rocha, One Of The Best And Most Mobile Big Men In Jiu-Jitsu
- Figure our what is most important to focus on from your feet as João breaks down the concepts you need to understand to be a takedown artist.
- João is an elite black belt competitor, including two black belt Pan American Championships and 3 IBJJF World Championship finals appearances.
