Win by Ippon Judo DVD 2 with Toshihiko Koga

Transform Your Judo with Mastery! Toshihiko Koga Teaches the Latest Techniques for Achieving Ippon

Toshihiko Koga, who left an indelible mark on the Japanese judo world, is synonymous with achieving ippon in judo. This comprehensive judo textbook, spread across three DVDs, features Koga demonstrating and explaining practical combat techniques essential for securing ippon. It covers various gripping strategies in practical sparring, precise points of different techniques, and specialized training methods to master them. From beginners to instructors, this resource serves as an invaluable guide, showcasing the proven effectiveness of training at Koga Juku. Practice these techniques diligently to pave your way towards achieving ippon!

Content Overview:

Ai Yotsu Techniques

• Seoi Nage (shoulder throw)
• Ippon Seoi Nage (one-arm shoulder throw)
• Osoto Gari (major outer reap)
• Hane Goshi (spring hip throw)
• Tai Otoshi (body drop)

Kenka Yotsu Techniques

• Tai Otoshi (body drop)

Ai Yotsu & Kenka Yotsu Techniques

• Seoi Otoshi (drop shoulder throw)
• Sode Tsuri Komi Goshi (sleeve lifting pull hip throw)

Kenka Yotsu Techniques

• Koshi Guruma (hip wheel)
• Ko Uchi Gari (minor inner reap)
• O Uchi Gari (major inner reap)
• Ippon Seoi Nage (one-arm shoulder throw)
• O Goshi (major hip throw)

Koga Juku Judo Class

• Warm-up exercises

Featuring:

Toshihiko Koga

• Born on November 21, 1967, in Saga Prefecture
• Began practicing judo in first grade and displayed exceptional talent from an early age
• Moved to Tokyo during junior high school and joined Kodokan, progressing through Gendai Junior High School, Setagaya Gakuin High School, and Nihon University, sweeping numerous titles
• Made his Olympic debut at the Seoul Olympics in 1988
• Achieved the feat of becoming the runner-up in the open-weight category at the All-Japan Judo Championships in 1990, defeating many heavyweight contenders before losing to Naoya Ogawa
• Won a gold medal at the Barcelona Olympics in 1992 in the 71kg category despite a last-minute injury
• Won a silver medal at the Atlanta Olympics in 1996 in the 78kg category
• Became a three-time world champion, winning bronze in Essen in 1987, gold in Belgrade in 1989, gold in Barcelona in 1991 (all in the 71kg category), and gold in Chiba in 1995 (78kg)
• Retired in 2000 and became a strength coach for the All-Japan Women's Judo Team, contributing to Ayumi Tanimoto's gold medal win at the Athens Olympics in 2004
• Established Koga Juku in 2003, a town dojo aimed at nurturing young boys and girls
• Earned a doctorate in medicine in 2012, focusing on providing better support tailored to each athlete's personality, continuing to contribute significantly to the development of judo

Language: Japanese

Run time: 77 min.

SPD-3552