This technique is called ganseki nage, meaning rock throw. There are many variations and students are taught in a progressive manor. A key point is how to enter the hand which can be difficult when the opponent resists strongly or is skillfull and we address this from the onset of practice.    

    Shinken Bujutsu is a martial art system based in reality and truth. While Shinken Bujutsu is the name of the school, those words, when translated, shed a beacon of light on the true purpose of the martial arts. The philosophy of the school is thus contained in the name itself.   Shinken is literally translated as “true sword” but it implies a serious and honest reality. To become skilled at anything requires an honest effort grounded in reality; a correct balance must be obtained between form and function. While many factors are involved in the development of a martial artist, the quality of the system is the foundation. The school itself must be led with the same notion of sincerity and pursuit of truth, with the intention of teaching only what has been deemed to be effective. It is only in this way that any school can truly promote the growth of its students. ...