One of my favorite submissions and one of the first one that you learn when you begin training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is the Kimura armlock.  It is one of the first submissions because of it’s simplicity however just because it is easy to learn doesn’t mean that it isn’t effective.  It is one used at high levels of MMA and BJJ and can be devastatingly successful if applied using the correct mechanics and technique to set it up. 

 Here is a fun sweep.  The spider guard is not as popular as it was 10-15 years ago.  Some say that it is an outdated guard because it is so easy to pass.  It is not as competitive as some other sport guard variations but because of the lack of teaching it and because it is not as popular anymore, it can be effective just because newer opponents are not used to seeing it.  Because of it's simplicity to learn, it is still good for newer practitioners that want to compete in sport BJJ.  

Today is Day 2 of Indianapolis Self-Defense taught at Center Grove Middle School! Last week we had a great group of kids.  Today we will review the the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu based self defense techniques that we did last week and I will present some new content.  This is a great opportunity for kids to get exposure to BJJ for the first time.  Many of them last week were surprised on how much they were able to do on their first day.  We even had 3 teachers from the school that were participating.