Nov 29, 2023 · In the diverse arsenal of a seasoned fighter, shoulder locks stand out for their effectiveness in controlling and submitting an opponent. These maneuvers, rooted deeply in the traditions of martial arts, have evolved into a sophisticated science, practiced and perfected in dojos and rings worldwide.

Discover the ultimate MMA shoulder lock technique to trap your opponent’s nerve and maintain control with precision! 🥋💥 In this video, I’ll guide you step-...

Sep 11, 2023 · Understanding how a shoulder lock works – the underlying principles – will help you both recognize their opportunities, as well as make any required adjustments to effectively and efficiently execute them.

Teaching in our Muay Thai For MMA Class, Saksurin demonstrates a shoulder lock takedown from the clinch that can be used to set up big knees or transition to groundwork 👌 Taught by veteran...

Apr 22, 2024 · Coach Ryan Robinson demonstrates a variation on a shoulder lock commonly used in BJJ and MMA. In association with MMA Armary.Fol...

Jun 7, 2018 · The Americana is one of the most painful shoulder locks in MMA. Hyperextending the arm past the opponent's head, the Americana can pop a shoulder and damage the arm if locked in fully.

May 26, 2024 · The Kimura Lock, named after the famous judo practitioner Masahiko Kimura, is a highly effective shoulder lock used in various grappling sports, including Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), judo, and mixed martial arts (MMA).

Jun 23, 2022 · The Tarikoplata is a shoulder lock that falls under the Kimura category. It involves amplifying the Kimura lock by introducing the power of your legs into the mix.

Mar 20, 2021 · Americana’s and Americana variations are quite common in Brazilian jiu jitsu and MMA. In this post I explain how these shoulder lock submissions work and how we can discover more variations. External shoulder locks are all the Americana-style submissions (but not the Kimura-style submissions, which rotate the shoulder internally).

Aug 29, 2023 · The Kimura joint lock is a powerful submission hold that can be used in both Gi and No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu. Often referred to as the “Figure-Four” or the “Chicken-Wing”, the Kimura puts immense pressure on the shoulder, elbow and wrist, making it one of the most painful submission holds in Jiu-Jitsu.