On a failed take down attempt by your opponent, this technique will help you get your opponent from the turtle position to their back. You can work this position for time to see how efficient you can be with the movement, or do it for a set number of reps and then switch.
Judo | Sweep | Partner ...

Learn this technique when the opponent has entered the turtle position. On the same side that you've entered a hook, enter your arm to secure their arm. Fall to your hip, keeping them tight to your thigh. With your other arm, reach under their leg to complete the roll to the top and finish the ar...

In the middle of a transition from the back to Juji Gatame (arm bar), what do you do if your opponent sits back and you can't complete the roll? Simply grab the hand and perform the arm bar from the side.
Judo | Newaza | Ground Work | Arm Bar | Submission | Partner Drill

This drill works timing, footwork and posture. Create a boundary for your students. Begin at one end and designate one partner to pull. On the 3rd pull, the other partner works to time a push and take down or trip using the momentum from their partner.
Warm Up | Basics | Judo | Partner Drill

Have one partner go to their knees, and have the standing partner move side to side, off balancing the partner on the ground. The next step is to simulate some trips while pulling them forward. Not only does this help with balancing, but also helps teach how to fall.
Judo | Beginner | Basics | W...

This resistance drill helps reinforce the push pull theory. Start off-center with your partner with a lapel and sleeve grip. As the partner squat and pulls the third time, take an offensive step forward and execute your throw.
Judo | Olympics | Osoto Gari | Timing | Technique | Footwork| Partner...

This program will bring a fresh perspective on how to maximize the use of this extremely versatile, but under utilized, piece of training equipment. It's a bag full of tricks and drills that will push your training to another level.

Mike Swain explains the basic skill behind falling and rolling for Judo.
Judo | Grappling

Mike Swain walks through drill Judo drills for balance and agility.
Judo | Grappling

Mike Swain, Olympian and Olympic Coach with Eitan Gelber, Olympic Physical Trainer teach the fundamentals of Plyometrics and unique medicine ball exercises for the martial artist.

Mike Swain walks through several drills to help train throwing better for students.
Judo | Grappling

Mike Swain show drills to help work on grappling for Judo.