What technique do you avoid because you’re not confident in it—and what would happen if you focused on it for the next month?
For me it’s. Half guard bottom. The hope is that I get a handle on a system I can refine to my abilities.
What technique do you avoid because you’re not confident in it—and what would happen if you focused on it for the next month?
For me it’s. Half guard bottom. The hope is that I get a handle on a system I can refine to my abilities.
Adult Program Curriculum - 8/23/26
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 Intermediate with Professor Thomas:
Tani Otoshi
Transitions to Back - A lot of Arm Drags
NoGi Study with Coach John:
Top half guard
Entries to Mounted Triangle and Back Triangle
Womens Only with Coach Bekah:
Single Leg Defense
Turtle to Back Transition
RNC from Back Control
Striking with Coach Johnny - Week 8:
Boxing: Slip: Technique, Numbers + Slip
Kickboxing: Front Kick: Technique, Numbers/Walking + Front Kicks
Combo: 1 Liver Low / Check It
Fitness with Professor Thomas:
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
ROL FAMILY PICNIC:
WHEN: Sept 26, 2026 from 12PM-4PM
WHERE: Jaycee Grove Park, Tinley Park
(group photos 2:30pm)
LABOR DAY SCHEDULE:
MONDAY 9/7: ALL CLASSES CANCELLED
MONDAY 9/7: 9AM ADULT OPEN MAT
GRAPPLING GAMES TEAM COMPETITION:
WHEN: Saturday 9/5
WHERE: Oak Lawn Pavillion (9401 Oak Park Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453)
NEW SCHEDULE:
WHEN: Tuesday 9/8
NOGI WORKSHOP WITH JOHN KATS:
WHEN: 9/12 11AM
TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION:
WHEN: Saturday 10/10
WHERE: Oak Lawn Pavilion (9401 Oak Park Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453)
Kids Program Curriculum - 8/23/26
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 13
Mat Chat: Being Responsible
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 13
Mat Chat: Being Responsible
Teens Fundamentals:
A
B
Kids Intermediate:
Week 2 - Guard - Sweeps
(THURSDAYS NOGI)
Takedown: Guard Pull
Kids Competition Class:
Week 27
Gi Uniform
Positional Training- Play for Points
Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 8
Boxing: The Overhand Punch
Kickboxing: Low Kick, Switch Kick (Body)
Combo: The Holland Combo
Mat Chat: Be Brave, Be Different
Kids Program Curriculum - 8/16/26
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 12
Mat Chat: Strengths
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 12
Mat Chat: Strengths
Teens Fundamentals:
Takedowns
Kids Intermediate:
Week 1 - Guard - Sweeps
(THURSDAYS NOGI)
Takedown: Guard Pull
Kids Competition Class:
Week 26
NoGi Uniform
Attacks from Guard and Mount
Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 7
Boxing: Uppercuts
Kickboxing: Round Kicks on Thai Pads
Combo: The Holland Combo
Mat Chat: Focus Your Time
Adult Program Curriculum - 8/16/26
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 Intermediate with Professor Thomas:
5 Weeks of Half Guard
Grip Fighting and Sweeps from Half Guard
NoGi Study with Coach John:
Top half guard - Pass and Attacks
Submission threats from chest to chest passing
Womens Only with Coach Bekah:
Single leg from clinch
Escape from side control (re-guard)
Triangle choke
Striking with Coach Johnny - Week 7:
Boxing: Rolls - single punch, 2 punch series
Kickboxing: Numbers with Knees, Walking Knee Drill
Combo: The 1 Body Combo
Fitness with Professor Thomas:
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
ROL FAMILY PICNIC:
WHEN: Sept 26, 2026 from 12PM-4PM
WHERE: Jaycee Grove Park, Tinley Park
(group photos 2:30pm)
LABOR DAY SCHEDULE:
MONDAY 9/7: ALL CLASSES CANCELLED
MONDAY 9/7: 9AM ADULT OPEN MAT
GRAPPLING GAMES TEAM COMPETITION:
WHEN: Saturday 9/5
WHERE: Oak Lawn Pavillion (9401 Oak Park Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453)
NOGI WORKSHOP WITH JOHN KATS:
WHEN: 9/12 11AM
TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION:
WHEN: Saturday 10/10
WHERE: Oak Lawn Pavillion (9401 Oak Park Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453)
What escape has saved or helped you the most?
When I started BJJ I watched a video and they said white belts should be masters at escaping and it really stuck with me. (It was a Gracie, I don’t remember who. Extra points if you know)
My tip for escaping is; most people will concentrate so hard on pinning the upper body that they forget about your hips and legs. If you can swing these, you can frame with your legs and elongate your body (something else I think people forget about)
Soooo….whats your tip for escaping?
Kids Program Curriculum - 8/9/26
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 11
Mat Chat: Sharing Jiu Jitsu
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 11
Mat Chat: Sharing Jiu Jitsu
Teens Fundamentals:
A
B
Kids Intermediate:
Week 31 - Top Control - Submissions
(THURSDAYS NOGI)
Kids Competition Class:
Week 25
Gi Uniform - Little kids - Game Day; Big Kids - Chain Attacks
Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 6
Boxing: Lead hook / Rear Hook
Kickboxing: Switch kick from southpaw stance
Combo: The Hemmers Combo
Mat Chat: Be Persistent
Adult Program Curriculum - 8/9/26
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 Intermediate with Professor Thomas:
6 Weeks of Half Guard - Grip Fighting, Half guard Retention and Attacks from the Bottom
NoGi Study with Coach John:
Top half guard - linking body lock passing to chest to chest top half guard passing
Womens Only with Coach Bekah:
Front Bear Hug Defense
Bear Hug defense with arms
Bear Hug defense w/o arms
Striking with Coach Johnny - Week 6:
Boxing: Overhand Punch, Numbers 6-9, Blocking Hooks
Kickboxing: Knee Technique, Knees on Thai Pads (Hook Knee-Cross Knee)
Combo: The Switch It Combo
Fitness with Professor Thomas:
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
ROL FAMILY PICNIC:
WHEN: Sept 26, 2026 from 12PM-4PM
WHERE: Jaycee Grove Park, Tinley Park
(group photos 2:30pm)
GRAPPLING GAMES TEAM COMPETITION:
WHEN: Saturday 9/5
WHERE: Oak Lawn Pavillion (9401 Oak Park Ave, Oak Lawn, IL 60453)
Which concept took you the longest to understand, and what finally made it click?