How do you balance BJJ training with everything else in life: work, family, recovery? Has your approach changed over the years?
For me, I use to have more time to train. With my son getting older and sports taking a much larger time commitment, it has eaten up training time. For me, I supplement the missed training time with off the mat study once or twice a week for a short time. It keeps your mind actively thinking about BJJ and gives me something to focus on when I get back on the mats.
Robert Drysdale’s June 8, 2026 seminar was an incredible look at turtle position and back control. One of the biggest takeaways was that before we rush to take the back or hunt for the choke, we first need to understand how to control the turtle position properly. Professor Drysdale broke it down in a very practical way, showing that turtle control is the building block that creates better back attacks.
The seminar was a great reminder that strong Jiu Jitsu is not about forcing the finish. It is about control, patience, awareness, and creating the right opportunity to advance.
Seminar is now available on RŌL TV
https://rolacademy.tv/programs/2026-06-08-robert-drysdale
Kids Program Curriculum - 6/21/26
Welcome to a New Week in the Kids Program!
Each week in our Kids Program, we're building confidence, discipline, and focus as we dive into new techniques and skills on the mats. From mastering fundamental movements to developing more advanced concepts, every class is designed to help our young athletes grow both in Jiu Jitsu and in life. We’re all about learning, teamwork, and, of course, having fun along the way! Get ready for an exciting week of training and improvement!
Little Kids:
Week 4
Mat Chat: Self-Defense
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 4
Mat Chat: Self-Defense
Teens Fundamentals:
A
B
Kids Intermediate:
Week 25 - Top Control - Escapes
Kids Competition Class:
Week 17
NoGi Uniform - Passing the Guard
Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 11
Boxing: Numbers (1-5)
Kickboxing: Numbers w/ Round Kicks
Combo: The Bas Combo
Mat Chat: Traits of Leaders
Adult Program Curriculum - 6/21/26
Welcome to a New Week in the Adult Program!
Each week, we’re building skills and exploring techniques designed to deepen your understanding and elevate your practice on the mats. From refining foundational movements to mastering advanced concepts, our focus is on cultivating confidence, control, and creativity in every position. Get ready to train hard, support your teammates, and push yourself as we dive into another week of growth and discovery!
Adult Gi Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)
B (Thur/Sat)
* One Stripe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes
**** Four Stripes
White Belt Must Know
Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 28:
Arm Drags and Butterfly Sweeps Continued - With added Attacks
Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 28:
Arm Drags and Butterfly Sweeps Continued - With added Attacks
NoGi Study with Coach John:
The Anaconda Choke
Womens Only with Coach Bekah:
Tackle Defense Turtle
Trap, Bridge and Roll
Kimura Lock from Side Control
Striking with Coach Johnny - Week 11:
Boxing: Back 'em Up Drill, KO Drill
Kickboxing: Block/Parry/Counter Front Kicks and Round Kicks
Combo: The Bas Combo
Fitness with Professor Thomas:
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
ROL KIDS SUMMER CAMP
Daily Drop-ins STILL AVAILABLE for Academy days! FINAL WEEK!
So Jiu Jitsu feels like it’s pretty main stream now a days with a lot of famous people joining the ranks.
Who is someone famous that you would like to roll with?
While not possible due to his untimely death I’d love for the chance to roll with Anthony Bordain. How cool would it be to hang out getting some rounds in and then go out and grab dinner?!
We’re excited to announce that brand-new NoGi Arm Locks has just been added to the RŌL TV Library!
Whether you’re new to arm locks or looking to sharpen your existing skills, this series was designed with every level of practitioner in mind. We break down the essential mechanics behind effective arm locks, explain the key concepts that make them work, and explore a variety of entries and finishing positions from throughout the Jiu Jitsu game.
From top positions to transitions and dynamic opportunities during live training, you’ll learn how to identify, control, and finish arm locks with greater confidence and precision.
The best part? This series is truly for everyone. Regardless of your rank, experience level, age, or training style, the concepts and details covered will help improve your understanding and application of one of Jiu Jitsu’s most fundamental submissions.
Adult Program Curriculum - 6/14/26
Welcome to a New Week in the Adult Program!
Each week, we’re building skills and exploring techniques designed to deepen your understanding and elevate your practice on the mats. From refining foundational movements to mastering advanced concepts, our focus is on cultivating confidence, control, and creativity in every position. Get ready to train hard, support your teammates, and push yourself as we dive into another week of growth and discovery!
Adult Gi Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)
B (Thur/Sat)
* One Stripe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes
**** Four Stripes
White Belt Must Know
Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 27:
Arm Drags
Butterfly Sweeps
Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 27:
Arm Drags
Butterfly Sweeps
NoGi Study with Coach Tim:
Reviewing Guillotines from the Front Headlock
Womens Only with Coach Bekah:
Striking with Coach Johnny - Week 10:
Boxing: Back 'em Up Combo, Two-Thirty Drill
Kickboxing: Block/Parry/Counter Front Kicks, Round Kick into Front Kick, Touch & Chop Drill
Combo: The Hemmers Combo
Fitness with Professor Thomas:
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
ROL KIDS SUMMER CAMP
Daily Drop-ins STILL AVAILABLE for Academy days!
Kids Program Curriculum - 6/14/26
Welcome to a New Week in the Kids Program!
Each week in our Kids Program, we're building confidence, discipline, and focus as we dive into new techniques and skills on the mats. From mastering fundamental movements to developing more advanced concepts, every class is designed to help our young athletes grow both in Jiu Jitsu and in life. We’re all about learning, teamwork, and, of course, having fun along the way! Get ready for an exciting week of training and improvement!
Little Kids:
Week 3
Mat Chat: Decisions and Choices
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 3
Mat Chat: Decisions and Choices
Teens Fundamentals:
A
B
Kids Intermediate:
Week 24 - Back Control - Turtle
Kids Competition Class:
Week 16
Gi Uniform - Attacking from Guard
Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 10
Boxing: The Single Punch Series
Kickboxing: Lorek Combo “Lumberjacks” - Hook, Low / Hook, High / Hook, Switch
Combo: The Deckers Combo
Mat Chat: Be Real, Be Reliable
Hey everyone, what concept helped your guard retention to improve the fastest?
Kids Program Curriculum - 6/7/26
Welcome to a New Week in the Kids Program!
Each week in our Kids Program, we're building confidence, discipline, and focus as we dive into new techniques and skills on the mats. From mastering fundamental movements to developing more advanced concepts, every class is designed to help our young athletes grow both in Jiu Jitsu and in life. We’re all about learning, teamwork, and, of course, having fun along the way! Get ready for an exciting week of training and improvement!
Little Kids:
Week 2
Mat Chat: Disappointment
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 2
Arm Lock Escape (hitchhiker)
Mat Chat: Disappointment
Teens Fundamentals:
A
B
Kids Intermediate:
Week 23 - Back Control - Turtle
Kids Competition Class:
Week 15
NoGi Uniform - Closed Guard - Submit or sweep
Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 9
Boxing: The Single Punch Series
Kickboxing: Lorek Combo “Lumberjacks”
Combo: The Deckers Combo
Mat Chat: Talk it out, Work it out