Sidearm Throwing

The throwing techniques already mentioned are used to
throw either forwards or backwards. Similar to throwing a
frisbee or a baseball, sidearm knife throwing is more difficult
to master and requires a great deal of practice and training.
After selecting the proper grip, bring the throwing arm back
into the throwing position. Whether the knife is held to the
inside or the outside of the body, the throwing arm is swung
across the front of the body and released precisely before the
end of the cast. Follow through and recover. Photos 2.23 and
2.24 show a Ninja using a pinch grip in the sidearm throw.
The most difficult part of sidearm throwing is getting the
knife to fly straight at the target. Usually the knife goes to
one side or the other when beginners start practicing this
throw. The problem usually has to do with an improper
release.