Skill: KNOWLEDGE
Drill: Kimura Rolls
Equipment needed: None
Instructors needed: A few to monitor
Description: The students will practice their KNOWLEDGE of the kimura by continuously initiating and escaping from the submission attempt.
Step 1
  • Divide your class into partners.  
Step 2 – Explain the rules:
  • Have one partner place the other into closed guard.
  • They will then perform Kimura.
  • If you are on top, your job is to recognize when to roll and do so quickly.
  • You will have 30 seconds to do as many as you can.
  • If you let go of the arm then your team is out.
  • After time is up, switch roles.
Step 3 – Takeaways
  • Make sure to maintain a good grip on the arm.
  • Be sure to roll quickly if you are on top.
  • Turn and face your partner quickly.
Step 4
  • Continue until everyone goes 2 – 3 times.  
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