Yoko Shiho Gatame

Yoko-shiho-gatame - Side Four Quarters

Also known as 'Hon Yoko Shiho Gatame', Hon meaning true. However, the Kodakan do not accept this, so I prefer to refer to this technique without the 'Hon'.

To perform the technique, kneel next to your opponents side. Place one arm underneath their head, the other underneath their leg, reaching up to hold their belt if possible; if not hold onto the skirt of their gi. Then place your chest on theirs, facing towards their head, to help prevent them pushing your head away. Force your hips into the ground to squeeze the air out of your opponent.

If the arm is over the head, the hold becomes Kuzure-yoko-shiho-gatame.

Yoko Shiho Gatame can also be used to describe the technique Mune Gatame.