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Kesa-gatame to Hiza-gatame

  1. Kesa-gatame袈裟固
  2. Hiza-gatame膝固

A partner who pushes hard on your chest to escape the scarf hold has given you a straight arm. The knee lock takes it without letting the hold go until you are ready. Age limits apply to joint locks; learn this only under instruction.

Demonstrations

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Step by step

The whole sequence in words. Described in the standard right-handed form.

  1. Hold them in Kesa-gatame at their right side, their right arm trapped under your left armpit.
  2. Feel them straighten that arm and push against your chest to make space.
  3. Clamp the straightened arm to your chest with both of your hands, thumb side up, so the elbow points down.
  4. Turn your body away from them and bring your near knee against the back of their elbow.
  5. Sit back slowly so their elbow is pressed gently over your knee, keeping the arm tight to your chest.
  6. Apply pressure slowly and release the instant they tap. Never wrench a joint lock on.

Each technique's own page carries its full narration, key points and how to receive it; follow the links above.