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Keylock (Americana)
Names by art: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: Americana · Judo: Ude-garami · Catch Wrestling: Keylock
Appears in 3 arts.
⚠ Train with an instructor. Learn and practise this technique only under a qualified instructor, on a suitable surface and with a cooperative partner. This page explains; it does not replace a teacher.
Biomechanics: what the body does
The mirror of the Kimura: the opponent’s arm is bent with the hand pointing toward the head and pinned to the mat, and the elbow is lifted while the wrist stays down, rotating the shoulder externally.
Appears in 3 arts
| Art | Name used in this art |
|---|---|
| Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Americana |
| Judo | Ude-garami |
| Catch Wrestling | Keylock |
More in this category
Cross armbar Straight armlock (arm, knee or shoulder pressure) Reverse keylock (Kimura) Omoplata (leg shoulder lock) Wristlock Straight ankle lock Heel hook Kneebar Toe hold Neck crank
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Wabukan (2026). “Keylock (Americana)”. https://wabukan.com/tecnicas/americana (accessed 2026-10-30).
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