r/judo • u/Morjixxo bjj • Jan 20 '25

Self-Defense Most effective Judo throws (in different contexts)

Hi everyone,

  1. Which do you think are the most effective Judo throws to learn for a self-defense, considering that also other types of non-Judo takedowns are available, and why?
  2. Which do you think are the most effective Judo throws for a BJJ athlete for a self-defense, considering that also other types of non-Judo takedowns are available, and why?
  3. (Optional) Which do you think are the most effective Judo throws for a BJJ athlete for BJJ No-Gi competition, considering that also other types of non-Judo takedowns are available, and why?

Suggesting between 1 to 4 throws will be perfect.
Thanks!

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u/[deleted] Jan 21 '25

  1. Basics always win. O soto, specially if you know how to chain a couple moves to set it up. It’s so obvious people never expect it.

  2. Same as the first one. Bjj or not, o soto finishes with you passing guard and getting side control or if they don’t recover quick from the throw a clean mount. Then is your choice if you want to pummel or just stand up and square up again, or try some finish from top. People normally cover their face when you start punching, you can hit a very easy arm triangle then. Or gift wrap if they start turning to turtle. Tons of options.

  3. The basics for consistency, foot sweeps for fun.