Classic kimura trap fundamentals with modern polish.
The Bottom Line
You will learn Avellan's hallmark traps, passes, and defenses. You will see step-over and mouse trap variations that still work. You will not get cutting-edge new-wave leg integrations.
⚡️ Quick facts
Best for: You like classic traps
Skip if: You only want newest meta
Tech focus: Kimura Trap, Step Over Kimura, Kimura Defenses
Biggest takeaway: Trap to control first
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What You'll Learn
Avellan popularized the kimura trap approach and this set modernizes his fundamentals. It covers top and bottom attacks, signature mouse trap chains, and a full defense volume.
If you want the classic kimura trap with clearer structure, this is the place to start.
Primary Techniques You'll Drill
- Kimura Trap
- Mouse Trap Series
- Step Over Kimura
- North South Kimura
- Kimura Pass
- Kimura To Sweeps
- Kimura Defenses
Format & Level
- Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
- Skill level: All Levels
- Format: No-Gi
- Runtime: 2 hours and 36 minutes
- Volumes: 4
Should You Buy It?
Wait for daily deal. I appreciated how the defense volume inoculates you against the same traps you plan to use.
Why David Avellan?
David Avellan is an ADCC medalist and long-time coach credited with popularizing the kimura trap approach.
Community feedback
Here’s a summary of common feedback from platforms like Reddit’s r/bjj.
😍 Why People Love It
- Good anthology of effective kimura traps.
- Solid for building a kimura-first mindset.
- Defenses volume rounds out the system.
🤔 Common Criticisms
- Older ideas compared to newer meta sets.
- Less cohesive than the very best modern systems.
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Smart Alternatives
- The Kimura Trap System: Advanced Entries, Traps, Setups – Build on fundamentals with trickier entries and traps. (Price: $127.00)
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Sources & References
Video Breakdowns
Official listing: View The Kimura Trap System: Fundamentals, Breaking Mechanics, Escapes on BJJ Fanatics
Additional References
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