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Judo Kumikata Fundamentals: Fighting Ranges

This page describes the the different fighting ranges in Judo grip fighting (Kumikata).

Long Range

A long range player is a Judoka who likes to keep his opponent away from him.

Judo Kumikata grip open stance (Kenka-Yotsu) right long range right
Blue with ranged grip in the open position
Judo Kumikata grip closed stance (Ai-Yotsu) right long range
Blue with ranged grip in the closed position

Mid Range

A mid range player is interested in getting close to his opponent and wants to ensure a certain distance to his opponent.

Judo Kumikata grip open stance (Kenka-Yotsu) right mid range
Blue with a mid ranged grip in the open position
Judo Kumikata grip closed stance (Ai-Yotsu) right mid range
Blue with mid ranged grip in the closed position

Short Range

An short range player or also called „Infighter“ is looking for the closest possible contact with his opponent.

Judo Kumikata grip open stance (Ai-Yotsu) right short range
Blue with short ranged grip in the open position
Judo Kumikata grip closed stance (Kenka-Yotsu) right short range
Blue with short ranged grip in the closed position
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