The Near Side Kimura, A Forgotten Position

Most grapplers know how to apply the Kimura armlock on the far side of their opponent’s bodies, but they forget about the same submission on the near side. The near side Kimura is an absolutely critical position for controlling your opponent, especially in no gi when you have far fewer handles.

In this video I show you how to use the near side Kimura to set up different submissions (armbar, side triangle choke, etc) and how to use it as a big giant handle to manipulate your opponent with.

Here are the links I make reference to in the video – check them out if you want to go deeper into those specific topics!

** How to Take the Back in BJJ 1: The Chair Sit

** The Lazy, Old, Fat Man Kimura

** Five Triangle Chokes You Must Know

** The Ultimate Guide to BJJ Weak Side Back Attacks

Good luck with your training!
Stephan