WAKI GATAME By John Saylor
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Waki-Gatame From Standing·welcomematstevescott
Waki Gatame (Armpit Lock) is an effective armlock used in many fighting sports. In this video, Coach John Saylor teaches…
Перевод: armpit hold from standing
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Waki-gatame from standing is a standing armbar where the attacker traps the opponent's arm under their own armpit and applies downward pressure to hyperextend the elbow joint, using the armpit as the fulcrum. [1],[2] The attacker secures the wrist with both hands, clamps the upper arm under the armpit, and drops their body weight or turns to generate the extension force. [1] Waki-gatame is one of the fastest standing arm locks to apply, often catching opponents during transitions or when they extend an arm to post or push. [1],[2]
История и происхождение
Waki-gatame (腋固, armpit hold) is one of the original Kodokan judo kansetsu-waza and is also a core technique in aikido's nikyo and sankyo series. [1],[2] In judo competition, waki-gatame was restricted in some rulesets due to the speed at which it can be applied and the injury risk involved, particularly when executed as a standing sacrifice technique. [1] The technique remains widely taught in self-defense, law enforcement, and traditional martial arts. [1],[2]
Страна происхождения· показано в случайном порядке
- Япония脇固め（立ちから）(Waki-gatame (Tachi kara))Дзюдо, Бразильское джиу-джитсу
- БразилияБразильское джиу-джитсу
- КитайЦиньна
Эффективность
Standing waki-gatame applies the armpit lock from an upright position, often catching the arm during a failed grab. [1]
Родословная
Standing waki-gatame was part of judo's tachi-waza before being restricted due to injury risk. [1]
Соревновательные результаты
Standing waki-gatame is banned in IJF competition but appears in MMA and catch wrestling events. [1]
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Биомеханический механизм
Primary Action — Hyperextension of the elbow joint — the hips drive upward against the posterior humerus while controlling the wrist
Joints Involved — Elbow (extension beyond normal ROM), wrist (stabilized), shoulder (isolated and controlled)
Force Vector — Posterior-to-anterior force on the upper arm with fixed distal anchor at the wrist creates a lever arm across the elbow
Leverage Principle — Hips act as the fulcrum — the longer the lever (full arm extension), the less force needed to hyperextend
Позиция и вход
From guard — Control the wrist and posture, pivot hips perpendicular, throw leg over the head and extend hips to hyperextend the elbow
From mount — Isolate the arm, transition to S-mount or perpendicular, swing leg over and finish
From side control — Step over the head, isolate the near arm, fall back into the armbar position
Варианты
Standard armbar — hips drive upward against the extended arm with legs clamping the shoulder
Belly-down armbar — rolling to face the mat to prevent the opponent from stacking
S-mount armbar — transitioned from S-mount position for tighter control before falling back
Spinning armbar — rapid pivot from guard or side to catch the arm during transition
Видео
Waki Gatame - when and how to use it.
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Waki-Gatame From Standing·Robert Silas (Aiki_and_Jiu)
Waki Gatame - when and how to use it. There are a lot of traditional judo example videos on waki gatame, and I’m sure @…
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Что говорят инструкторы
Waki-gatame from standing is a traditional jiu-jitsu and judo technique that capitalizes on transitional moments when an opponent is turning or changing position. According to welcomematstevescott, the technique involves positioning the upper chest on the opponent's tricep to eliminate movement, then pulling the lower arm toward one's chest. When the opponent resists by bending their arm, the practitioner can transition to an uchi-garami (underhook shoulder lock) by placing the wrist in the crook of the elbow and applying a gable grip, using body rotation rather than arm strength to create pressure. Robert Silas (Aiki_and_Jiu) emphasizes that waki-gatame is banned in judo tournaments as a standing joint lock but demonstrates its application from self-defense scenarios and its relationship to standing sacrifice throws and ground pins. Silas notes that against trained opponents, the standing lock alone is difficult to achieve; instead, practitioners can exploit the opponent's defensive pull using kuzushi principles to execute throws or transitions to ground control. Both instructors stress precise arm isolation and angle adjustment as critical to effectiveness. Welcomematstevescott prioritizes partner safety, advocating gradual pressure application to avoid injury during repeated drilling, while Silas explores the technique's versatility across standing, transitional, and ground positions, particularly from turtle guard positions.
Сформировано на основе 2 инструкторов
- welcomematstevescott — WAKI GATAME By John Saylor: Detailed mechanics of the standing waki-gatame setup, chest-on-tricep positioning, uchi-garami transition, and partner safety protocols during training repetitions.
- Robert Silas (Aiki_and_Jiu) — Waki Gatame - when and how to use it.: Context for waki-gatame in self-defense and judo, analysis of effectiveness against trained opponents, kuzushi principles, transitions to throws and ground finishes, and ground-based pin variations from turtle position.
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Очень высокий8/10
Waki-gatame (armpit armlock) applies sudden force and is considered one of the most dangerous armlocks in judo
Уровень мастерства, необходимый для надёжного выполнения техники
Продвинутый
Разрешена ли техника по основным соревновательным правилам
Запрещено
— kansetsu-waza
IJF Sport and Organisation Rules 2025, Article 27PDFРазрешено
— IBJJF — Legal at all belt levels
IBJJF Rules Book v6.0, June 2024PDF— ADCC — Legal — all submissions legal in ADCC
ADCC Rules Update, April 2025PDF— Unified MMA — Legal submission technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDF— FIAS Sport Sambo — Legal
FIAS International Sambo Competition RulesPDF— FIAS Combat Sambo — Legal
FIAS Combat Sambo RulesPDFЗаметки по тренировке
✓The standing waki-gatame catches an extended arm during grip fighting and applies the armpit lock with a controlled drop or rotation — the classic standing armlock of judo (Kashiwazaki, Osaekomi, 1997)
✓Entry: as the opponent reaches for a grip or pushes with a straight arm, the attacker captures the wrist, tucks the arm under the armpit, and turns away from the opponent
✓The rotation is key: the attacker's body turns 180 degrees, placing the back toward the opponent while the arm is trapped — the rotation creates the hyperextension
✓The standing finish drops the attacker's weight onto the arm: sitting down or kneeling while maintaining the armpit lock applies devastating force
✓Standing waki-gatame was a signature technique in competitive judo before its restriction — its speed made it difficult to defend
✓The technique works best against stiff-armed opponents: those who push or reach with extended arms are vulnerable to the capture and turn
✓In MMA, standing waki-gatame appears during clinch breaks and when opponents push off from the cage — the extended arm creates the opportunity
Типичные ошибки
!Turning too slowly — the 180-degree rotation must be fast; a slow turn gives the opponent time to retract the arm
!Not controlling the wrist during the turn — the wrist must stay secured throughout the rotation; losing it releases the lock
!Over-rotating and losing the arm — turn exactly 180 degrees; over-rotation changes the angle and the arm may escape
!Not dropping weight to finish — the standing position alone may not finish; sitting or kneeling adds the decisive force
!Applying against a bent arm — the arm must be extended for waki-gatame to work; don't force it against a bent elbow
!Not following to the ground — if the opponent drops but doesn't tap, transition to ground ne-waza while maintaining the lock
!Using excessive speed in training — waki-gatame is banned in judo precisely because of injury risk; always control the application speed
Связанные техники
Контрприёмы
Цепочка подготовки
1Control the Arm — isolate and grip the target arm
2Position the Hips — align hips perpendicular to the arm for maximum leverage
3Pinch Knees — squeeze knees together to prevent arm extraction
4Extend for the Finish — bridge hips up while pulling the wrist down to hyperextend the elbow
Источники и ссылки
Основной источник
Kodokan Judo — Official Katame-waza Classification
1КнигаKodokan Judo — Official Katame-waza Classification
Kodokan waki-gatame + positional modifier
Standard Japanese martial arts terminology (kanji/hiragana)
3ДругоеJapanese Martial Arts Standard Terminology (武道用語)
Established Japanese martial arts naming convention — native Japanese term (和語/漢語)
4ЦитатаKodokan Judo — Official Katame-waza Classification
Kodokan waki-gatame + positional modifier
Сообщество
Атлетизм
Requires
hip flexibility, hip bridge power, leg clamping strength
Favours
long legs for controlling the opponent's torso
Key muscles
hip extensors (glutes), adductors, quadriceps, hamstrings
Заметки
Standing waki gatame is one of the few standing arm locks in the Kodokan system — the attacker catches an extended arm and locks it under the armpit while standing. Quick to apply but requires precise timing to catch the arm in extension. (Kano, Kodokan Judo)
Часто задаваемые вопросы
How do I isolate the elbow in waki-gatame to prevent my opponent from escaping?
You need to lean forward with your ribs on top of your opponent's tricep to eliminate movement, then control their wrist with minimal force. John Saylor emphasizes that this rib pressure is key to keeping the elbow locked in place.
How much pressure should I apply when practicing waki-gatame to avoid injuring my training partner?
The technique will cause discomfort but you should avoid taking it to full extension. John Saylor notes that doing too many repetitions in training can sideline your partner for weeks, so control the intensity and limit reps in practice.
What's the best way to set up waki-gatame from standing when my opponent resists?
Robert Silas recommends using kuzushi (off-balancing) by pulling your opponent forward, which naturally makes them sit back and creates the opening for the technique. If a trained opponent keeps their arm tight, you can use that pull to transition to a seated position behind them instead.
How do I prevent my opponent from pulling out or hiding their arm during waki-gatame?
Block their face with one hand while dropping your shoulder and scooting your foot out to isolate the arm completely. Robert Silas also emphasizes taking a large step with your leg while maintaining shoulder pressure to prevent them from turning or escaping the lock.
Как работает Waki-Gatame From Standing?
Waki-gatame from standing is a standing armbar where the attacker traps the opponent's arm under their own armpit and applies downward pressure to hyperextend the elbow joint, using the armpit as the fulcrum. The attacker secures the wrist with both hands, clamps the upper arm under the armpit, and drops their body weight or turns to generate the extension force.
Откуда происходит Waki-Gatame From Standing?
Waki-gatame (腋固, armpit hold) is one of the original Kodokan judo kansetsu-waza and is also a core technique in aikido's nikyo and sankyo series. In judo competition, waki-gatame was restricted in some rulesets due to the speed at which it can be applied and the injury risk involved, particularly when executed as a standing sacrifice technique.
Разрешён ли Waki-Gatame From Standing на соревнованиях?
IBJJF: разрешён — Legal at all belt levels; IJF: запрещён — Only elbow joint locks (kansetsu-waza) permitted in judo — all other joint lo…; ADCC: разрешён — Legal — all submissions legal in ADCC; Unified MMA: разрешён — Legal submission technique; FIAS Sport Sambo: разрешён — Legal; FIAS Combat Sambo: разрешён — Legal
Насколько опасен Waki-Gatame From Standing?
Оценка опасности 8/10. Waki-gatame (armpit armlock) applies sudden force and is considered one of the most dangerous armlocks in judo
Как подготовить Waki-Gatame From Standing?
Стандартная цепочка подготовки: Control the Arm → Position the Hips → Pinch Knees → Extend for the Finish.
Как защититься от Waki-Gatame From Standing?
Стандартные контрприёмы: Clasp Hands — grip own wrist to prevent arm extension / Stack — drive forward to compress the attacker and relieve elbow pressure / Hitchhiker Escape — rotate the thumb toward the mat and roll to extract the arm.
Какие есть варианты Waki-Gatame From Standing?
Распространённые варианты: Standard armbar (hips drive upward against the extended arm with legs clam…); Belly-down armbar (rolling to face the mat to prevent the opponent from stac…); S-mount armbar (transitioned from S-mount position for tighter control be…); Spinning armbar (rapid pivot from guard or side to catch the arm during tr…).
Насколько эффективен Waki-Gatame From Standing на соревнованиях?
Standing waki-gatame is banned in IJF competition but appears in MMA and catch wrestling events.
Какие типичные ошибки при выполнении Waki-Gatame From Standing?
Основные ошибки, на которые стоит обратить внимание: Turning too slowly — the 180-degree rotation must be fast; a slow turn gives the opponent time to retract the arm / Not controlling the wrist during the turn — the wrist must stay secured throughout the rotation; losing it releases t… / Over-rotating and losing the arm — turn exactly 180 degrees; over-rotation changes the angle and the arm may escape / Not dropping weight to finish — the standing position alone may not finish; sitting or kneeling adds the decisive force.
Какие ещё названия есть у Waki-Gatame From Standing?
Waki-Gatame From Standing также известен как Waki-gatame (Tachi kara), Standing Waki-Gatame, Standing Side Arm Lock.