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Bottom kimura finish with the leg across the back

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Keep the upper arm connected to your chest while your leg limits their roll.

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WATCH VIDEO · 17 sec section · 3:28–3:45

Kimura From Closed Guard For White Belts (Small Details To Improve Success)

Nick Albin / Chewjitsu

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Setup & key ideas

Before you start

  • Bottom kimura control with the wrist away from their body and room to move toward the trapped arm.

Key ideas

  • Keep the upper arm close as your hips change angle.
  • Use the leg connection to limit their roll.

Common pitfalls

  • Trying to finish while their hand remains secured against their body.
Connections Reactions and next steps

Where this can lead

  • Controlled finish

    The shoulder is isolated and the partner taps.