North–south

Names by art: Judo: Kami-shiho-gatame · Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu: North-south · MMA: North-south position

Appears in 3 arts.

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Biomechanics: what the body does

The top fighter lies chest to chest but head to hips, facing the opponent’s legs. The weight rests on the opponent’s chest and the arms control the elbows, opening chokes and Kimura attacks.

Appears in 3 arts

Art	Name used in this art
Judo	Kami-shiho-gatame
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu	North-south
MMA	North-south position

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Sources

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Wabukan (2026). “North–south”. https://wabukan.com/tecnicas/norte-sul (accessed 2026-10-30).

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