Positions & control · Gi & no-gi
Half guard → kimura control
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Establish a shoulder-control connection when a wrist is available.
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Half guard · Playing guard
Training
WATCH VIDEO · 2 min section · 0:05–1:20
Opens the video at this section · Gi demonstrationBJJ technique: advanced scissor half guard Kimura sequence
Andrew Smith / Revolution BJJ
Setup & key ideas
Before you start
- Bottom half guard with space to frame against the crossface.
Key ideas
- Use arm frames to create room for a knee shield before reaching for the arm.
- Open their far elbow and keep contact as you establish the Kimura grip.
- Retain the shield to manage distance while securing control.
Common pitfalls
- Reaching for the arm before establishing space and losing the protective frame.
Connections Reactions and next steps
Where this can lead
- Kimura control · Attacking from bottom
The arm is isolated without sacrificing upper-body safety.