Timeless Kimura – In-Depth Review

A complete kimura hunting plan that works from pins and guard in gi or nogi.

The Bottom Line

You learn how to control the shoulder line before yanking the finish. The course covers entries from mount, side control, half guard, and closed guard. It connects cleanly to armbars or back takes when opponents hide the arm.

⚡️ Quick facts

Best for: Kimura-focused grapplers

Skip if: You never attack arms

Tech focus: Kimura Trap, Top Kimura, Guard Kimura, Shoulder Line Control, Hip Trap, Back Take, Armbar Linkage

Biggest takeaway: Control shoulder line to finish

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What You'll Learn

Lovato is known for a high kimura finish rate. This course shows you how to hunt kimuras from top pins, guard, and transitions, with control mechanics that work in gi and nogi. It emphasizes shoulder line control, hip traps, and chaining to back takes and armbars when defenses appear.

Primary Techniques You'll Drill

Kimura Trap
Top Kimura
Guard Kimura
Shoulder Line Control
Hip Trap
Back Take
Armbar Linkage

Format & Level

Instructional style: System Based, Technique Collection
Skill level: All Levels
Format: Both
Runtime: 2 hours and 18 minutes
Volumes: 4

Should You Buy It?

Wait for daily deal. I realized the finish gets easy once the shoulder line is isolated early.

Why Rafael Lovato Jr?

Lovato’s submission record includes many kimuras at elite levels. He teaches shoulder isolation and hip traps to make the kimura reliable under pressure. His methodology blends classical control with modern chaining to other finishes.