Kimura from Closed Guard
Effective shoulder submission from closed guard using proper grips and body mechanics to secure the opponent's arm.
10 steps
· save to drill into each- 1You ensure your opponent's hands are on the floor.0:30
- 2You use your fingers to come underneath their wrists.0:55
- 3You perform the torpedo method by following their hands.1:13
- 4You push their head to one side while putting your armpit to the other.2:08
- 5You hook their arm high to the shoulder and armpit.3:12
- 6You lock your grip on their wrist with your thumb from the bottom.3:34
- 7You perform elbow-hip movements to bring their hand off the mat.4:26
- 8You position your leg over their back.4:45
- 9You glue their elbow to your chest.5:02
- 10You push their wrist to their back while turning your body.6:38
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