Judo techniques, or , are organized into a rigorous classification system by the Kodokan Judo Institute . The system consists of 100 official techniques—68 throwing moves and 32 grappling moves. 1. Nage-waza (Throwing Techniques)
: Use the hip as a fulcrum, like O Goshi (Major Hip Throw). The Techniques of Judo
: The attacker falls onto their back to throw the opponent over their head, as seen in Tomoe-nage (Circular Throw). Judo techniques, or , are organized into a
: The attacker falls on their side to execute the throw. 2. Katame-waza (Grappling Techniques) The Techniques of Judo
: Involve reaping or sweeping the opponent's legs, such as O Soto Gari (Large Outer Reap). Sutemi-waza (Sacrifice Techniques)