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Ude-Garami
Taught by:Adam FarnslerAndre GalvaoBernardo FariaCraig JonesGordon RyanJohn DanaherKeenan CorneliusLachlan GilesMarcelo GarciaMikey MusumeciNathan MerkleRob BiernackiRob ShifflerRoger Gracie
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About This Technique
Description
The Kimura lock is a versatile and powerful submission technique in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. It primarily targets the shoulder joint and can be executed from various positions. The technique is designed to isolate the opponent's arm and apply suffient torque to cause them to submit or risk injury.
Japanese Name
"Ude-Garami"
Positions
The Kimura can be effectively applied from several positions, including:
- Closed Guard
- Half Guard
- Side Control
- Mount
- North South
For this guide, we will focus on executing the Kimura from Closed Guard.
Step-by-Step Instructions: Kimura from Closed Guard
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Establish Closed Guard:
- Begin by pulling your opponent into your closed guard. Your legs should be wrapped tightly around their waist, with your feet locked together.
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Isolate the Arm:
- Use one hand to grab your opponent's wrist on the side you wish to attack. Your grip should be tight, with your thumb wrapped around.
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Open Your Guard and Trap the Arm:
- Keep control of the opponent’s wrist while you open your legs slightly. Use your opposite hand to reach over your opponent’s shoulder and grab your own wrist, forming a figure-four grip.
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Pivot Your Hips:
- With your legs unlocked, twist your hips towards the arm you are attacking. Think about creating an angle better for torque.
- For additional leverage, shrimp your hips outwards in the direction you're facing.
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Knee Shield and Foot on Hips:
- Use your nearest knee to shield your opponent’s body by bringing it close to their side.
- Place your other foot across the opponent’s hips to control their movement and prevent them from posturing up.
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Finish the Kimura:
- While keeping the figure-four grip, pull the opponent’s captured wrist towards your chest.
- Lift their elbow and pull back towards your head, using your entire body to create leverage.
- Apply torque while straightening out the opponent's arm to force the submission.
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Ensure Safety:
- Always apply the pressure slowly and with control to avoid causing injury.
- Be sensitive to your training partner’s need or verbal signals to tap.
Recommendations for Practice
- Drill Slowly: Practice the technique slowly to develop controlled dexterity and muscle memory.
- Understand Angles: Pay attention to the angles and leverage required to effectively perform the Kimura.
- Safe Practice: Ensure a safe environment when practicing submissions, watching for cues when opponents tap.
How to Execute
# Kimura from Closed Guard Position in BJJ
The Kimura from closed guard is a powerful submission in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu that can be used against opponents of all sizes and skill levels. Here, we are breaking down the steps for performing the Kimura from a closed guard position:
## Step 1: Secure The Arm
Start in a closed guard position with your legs wrapped around your opponent's waist. With both hands, secure the wrist of the arm you intend to attack.
## Step 2: Open The Guard
After securing your opponent's wrist, open your guard (unhook your feet) and hip escape to the same side as the secured wrist. This will create the angle necessary for the next steps.
## Step 3: Position Your Arm
Move the arm that was securing your opponent's wrist to the outside of their arm, and slide it under their elbow. Your forearm should be perpendicular to their arm.
## Step 4: Secure Your Own Wrist
Reach over with your free hand and grab your own wrist. This forms the basic Kimura grip.
## Step 5: Secure Their Arm
Move your arm that's under their elbow up and over their arm, locking it in place.
## Step 6: Pin Their Hand to The Ground
Use the grip you have on your own wrist to pin your opponent's wrist to the ground.
## Step 7: Execute The Submission
To execute the submission, maintain the grip and use it to lift their elbow while keeping their hand pinned to the ground. You should feel a tap from your opponent when you apply enough pressure.
Remember to perform each step slowly and with control to avoid injury to your partner. If your opponent does not tap out, release the hold to prevent serious injury.
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