Aikido Katatetori Nikyo

Aikido Technique – Katatetori Nikyo (Wrist Grab Defense)

This page provides students with instructions for Aikido Katatetori Nikyo (or Katate-Dori Nikyo). This technique is a basic Nikyo defense against an opponent who has grabbed you by the wrist.

For other Aikido techniques (i.e. Aikido wrist locks, elbow locks, counters or dislocations), visit Black Belt Wiki’s main Aikido Techniques section.

Aikido Katatetori Nikyo

Aikido Katatetori Nikyo (Opposite Side Grab)