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  • Kimura

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    Kimura from Closed Guard Summary: The kimura is a shoulder lock that works like a crowbar on the rotator cuff. Named after judoka Masahiko Kimura, this closed‑guard version is clean, reliable, and its mechanics transfer across positions. Prerequisites: Closed‑guard posture breaking · Sit‑up mechanics · Wrist control (monkey grip) · Basic shrimping. Steps 1) Break…

  • Knee Cut Pass (Half Guard)

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    Summary: Pressure pass from top half; staples the shin and clears the knee line to side control. Key details: Underhook vs crossface decision; knee angle; shin staple; hip switch. Mistakes: Passing without head control; leaving underhook; drifting to the outside. Counters: If they frame hard — backstep to leg drag.

  • Hip Bump Sweep (Closed Guard)

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    Summary: Classic sweep when the opponent posts a hand; opens path to mount or guillotine. Key details: Sit‑up angle; overhook trap or wrist control; drive off planted foot. Mistakes: Reaching back; no hip load; forgetting to post the hand. Reactions: If they base wide — switch to kimura sit‑up chain.

  • Cross‑Collar Choke (Closed Guard)

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    Summary: A fundamental gi choke from closed guard when the opponent’s posture is broken. Key details: Deep first grip; wrist turn; head pull; angle to close space. Mistakes: Shallow collar grip, elbows flared, crossing wrists high. Counters: If they posture — re‑break posture and re‑grip; if they stand — transition to tripod sweep.

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  • Kimura

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    Kimura – Technical Guide Technique Guide: Kimura from Closed Guard Position: Closed GuardObjective: Submission (Shoulder Lock – Kimura)Control Points: Opponent’s posture, near-side wrist, upper arm Introduction The Kimura is a shoulder lock submission that targets the rotator cuff and shoulder joint. From closed guard, it serves as both a powerful submission and a setup for…