Kimura from Guard
A high-percentage submission from open guard when the opponent posts an arm. It works by using body weight and hip movement to off-balance the opponent, allowing you to rotate into the lock without using arm strength.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Place your palm on the opponent's wrist and uncross your ankles.2:05
- 2Move your hips back and sit up while grabbing your own wrist.2:14
- 3Drop your elbow to use body weight to off-balance the opponent.2:20
- 4Move your hip out once, then twice, and throw the leg over.2:26
- 5Pull in with the heel and rotate your body, keeping the elbow in your chest.2:44
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