How to FINISH the Kimura from Half Guard

Overview

The instructor demonstrates four distinct methods for breaking an opponent's grip defense when attempting a Kimura from the bottom half guard position. The techniques range from a deceptive pulse-and-rip to using the leg as a lever, extending the arm to create space, and using the foot on the hip for maximum leverage. The video emphasizes adapting to specific defensive reactions like hiding the hand or linking arms.

What's covered

1. 0:00Introduction & Pulse Rip Grip Break
2. 1:20Leg Lever & Knee Shield Variations
3. 2:40Arm Extension & Foot on Hip Finish
4. 4:24High Knee Shield & Final Adjustments

Techniques in this video

1. 01
   Kimura from Half Guard — Arm Extension & Foot on Hip

   2:50 – 4:24·Half Guard·Submission
2. 02
   Kimura from Half Guard — High Knee Shield Adjustment

   4:24 – 5:43·Half Guard·Submission
3. 03
   Kimura from Half Guard — Leg Lever Grip Break

   1:28 – 2:40·Half Guard·Submission
4. 04
   Kimura from Half Guard — Pulse Rip Entry

   0:23 – 1:20·Half Guard·Submission

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