A no-gi tai otoshi toolkit that suits modern BJJ stances.
The Bottom Line
You learn low and one-hand tai otoshi variations that fit no-gi clinches. The course shows practical combos and defenses plus a drill progression. You will not get a full standup system beyond tai otoshi chains.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: Clinches and body drops
Skip if: Hate speed entries
Tech focus: Tai Otoshi, Russian Tie, One Hand Tai, Ouchi To Tai, Defense, Drills
Biggest takeaway: Low tai otoshi fits BJJ stance.
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What You'll Learn
Focused clinic on tai otoshi variants and combos for no-gi, including one-hand and Russian tie entries, defenses, and drills. Great if you like body-drop mechanics over turn throws.
Shorter and more specialized than New Wave Judo.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Tai Otoshi
- Ouchi To Tai Otoshi
- Russian Tie Entries
- One Hand Tai Otoshi
- Defense
- Drills
Format & Level
- Instructional style: Technique Collection, Drill Heavy
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 1 hour and 5 minutes
- Volumes: 2
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I finally made tai otoshi work by going low and tying it to Russian tie.
Why Satoshi Ishii?
Ishii refines body-drop mechanics to work without the gi. He emphasizes hand action, angle change, and safe landings. Expect practical chain drills and stance-specific cues.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Drop-knee tai otoshi works well against BJJ stances.
- Useful in no-gi when paired with Russian tie.
- Safer on knees when done low, controllable landing.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Hard to pull off at speed for many.
- Rarely seen live at hobbyist level; needs reps.
- Confusion over classification causes debates.
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Smart Alternatives
- New Wave Uchi Mata For Everyone – If you prefer a classic turn-throw focus. (Price: $127.00, 3 vols)
- Low Risk Judo Throws For BJJ by Shintaro Higashi – Broader low-risk options for BJJ.
Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View New Wave Tai Otoshi No Gi on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
Your next step
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