How to Do a Kimura Lock From the Guard Position in Basic Jujitsu

The martial arts style of Jujitsu began in feudal Japan even though the term was not used until the 17th century. Jujitsu, which literally means "The art of softness," incorporates various holds, throws, locks and kicks. The Kimura lock is used to incapacitate an opponent when you are in the guard position.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Position yourself in the Jujitsu guard position with your partner. Lay on the floor. Have your opponent lay on top of you. Wrap your legs around his waist. The perfect time to use the Kimura lock is when your opponent lowers his arm to the floor.

2. Grab your opponent's wrist that is on the ground. Use your arm closest to his. Force his wrist to the mat.

3. Lower your opposite foot onto the mat while keeping your knees bent.

4. Lift your body off the floor. Push with your hips and scoop your backside past his arms. If you don't pull to a sit-up position, your opponent has a chance to get away.

5. Lean over onto your elbow that is holding his wrist on the floor. Reach over his shoulder and grab your wrist.

6. Shift your body weight to fall backward. Force your opponent to fall on top of you.

7. Wrap your leg around the opponent. Bend your leg at the knee to hold him in place. If you do not raise your leg and bend it around your opponent, he easily rolls free.

8. Slide your hips out from under the opponent. Wrap your other leg around her body. Interlock your ankles. If your ankles are not locked, the opponent can slide out of the hold.

9. Push forward on his arm to cause him pain. This forces him to tap out of the Jujitsu lock.

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