Kids Judo Books by Koka Kids
Judo Books by Koka Kids

Side Roll – see how to do this Turnover

Side Roll

Newaza Judo Turnovers

For more tips: Go to page 16 of Learn Groundwork 20 Judo Turnovers

Level: Intermediates and upwards

The Side Roll is a turnover to use when you find yourself at your partner’s head. Surprise them by rolling them sideways. Look where to put your hands, and study the details in the book.

Next Turnover: Once you’ve got the hang of the Side Roll – try the Lapel Roll!

Go to Groundwork Judo Turnovers to see all animations.  

For advanced judoka: Be ready to try this turnover as a counter when uke drops to their knees in front of you after a failed ouchi-gari or kouchi-gari on their part.

 

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