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Imanari Roll — Sideways Entry

A simplified leglock entry that uses lateral rotation instead of a forward spin, making it accessible without extreme flexibility while maintaining momentum for the finish.

youtube·0:522:02·Stephan Kesting

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  1. 1Practice a sideways shoulder roll on the ground.0:52
  2. 2Split your legs around the opponent's standing leg.1:25
  3. 3Take a shallow grip on the opponent's leg.1:40
  4. 4Execute the sideways roll while letting your leg catch the opponent's knee.1:49
  5. 5Finish with a reverse heel hook or transition to the 411.2:02
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The Easiest Way To Do The Imanari Roll
The Easiest Way To Do The Imanari Roll
Stephan Kesting
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