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Kimura

Setup and finish of the Kimura submission from guard utilizing proper grips, positioning, and details to ensure effectiveness.

youtube·0:287:03·Matt Arroyo Jiu Jitsu

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  1. 1Ensure your opponent's hands are on the floor.0:30
  2. 2Execute the 'torpedo method' to wipe his hands off your body.1:12
  3. 3Push your opponent's head to one side while bringing your armpit to the other side.2:10
  4. 4Hook the opponent's arm as high as possible.3:11
  5. 5Lock your grips before attempting to finish the submission.3:35
  6. 6Perform repeated elbow and hip movements to lift his hand off the mat.4:26
  7. 7Swivel your head to the side while keeping his arm secured.4:51
  8. 8Glue your opponent's elbow to your chest and turn your body for the finish.6:35
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Finish the Kimura Every Time! Jiu Jitsu Tutorial
Finish the Kimura Every Time! Jiu Jitsu Tutorial
Matt Arroyo Jiu Jitsu
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