Video: GRIPPING & GRIP FIGHTING PART 1 by JBBA Judo Education Channel. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
Kumikata is the battle for grips. Shadow work builds fast, clean hands and posture.
3 key details
- Break grips with the whole body, not just the hands.
- Stay upright; don't get bent over.
- Move your feet as you fight for grips.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Posture and movement
- 2:00Grip breaks, both hands
- 2:00Reach and break combos
- 3:00Grip-fight with movement
- 1:00Wrist and forearm stretch
Safety
Keep finger grips light to protect your fingers.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
