Omoplata
Used when the opponent's arm is outside your hip in guard or when they hug your waist from the top. Uses leg pressure to hyperextend the shoulder while applying a kimura-like arm lock.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Pinch your shoulder with your knee and bring your foot over the opponent's head.0:53
- 2Sit up and swing your feet to the side while maintaining crossed ankles.1:37
- 3Finish by sitting up fully, using your legs to apply a kimura pressure.2:21
- 4From the top, force your knee into their waist while hugging their arm to control the elbow and shoulder.2:48
- 5Swing your leg over their head, fall back, and lift your hips to pull their hand toward their head.3:08
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