Kimura

Mastering the Submission from Knee on Belly

Key Steps

1. Establish Control: Start in the knee on belly position, ensuring your knee is pressing on the opponent's midsection. This position gives you leverage and control.
2. Isolate the Arm: Reach for the opponent's far-side wrist with your near-side hand, securing a firm grip.
3. Secure the Grip: Use your far-side hand to reach under the opponent’s arm, gripping your own wrist to form a figure-four grip.
4. Apply Pressure: Lift the opponent’s elbow towards their head while maintaining pressure with your knee, rotating their arm to apply the shoulder lock.

Application

This submission is effective in both gi and no-gi scenarios, making it versatile across jiu jitsu moves. The goal is to immobilize the opponent’s shoulder, forcing them to submit due to the intense pressure on the joint.

Common Mistakes

• Poor Base: Failing to maintain a stable knee on belly position can lead to loss of control.
• Weak Grip: Ineffective grip on the wrist or your own wrist can allow the opponent to escape.
• Incorrect Angle: Not lifting the elbow high enough reduces the effectiveness of the lock.

Tips

• Stay Balanced: Keep your weight centered to maintain control.
• Practice the Transition: Work on moving smoothly from knee on belly to the submission hold.
• Focus on Technique: Precision in execution is key; brute force is not necessary.

This intermediate-level submission is not typically beginner-friendly, but with practice, it becomes a powerful addition to your BJJ techniques arsenal.