Osae Waza — Holds and Pins

Learn the names and principles of Ju Jitsu holding and pinning techniques.

• Kami shiho gatame

  Upper four corner hold. Tori pins Uke from above, controlling both shoulders and head, with the body wedged between Uke's arms for maximum control.

• Kata gatame

  A shoulder hold pin. Tori controls Uke from the side, placing the arm around Uke's neck and pinning Uke on the shoulder, controlling the chest and head.

• Kesa gatame

  Diagonal hold. Tori pins from the side, with the arm across Uke's chest in a diagonal manner, controlling the body weight and preventing escape.

• Tate shiho gatame

  Vertical four corner hold. Tori pins Uke high on the chest in an almost vertical position, with control of the head and upper body.

• Yoko shiho gatame

  Side four corner hold. Tori pins from the side perpendicular to Uke, controlling both shoulders and using the hip to prevent bridge escape.