Hey everyone,
After attending a seminar with Nick Cimm, I learned a lot of new concepts to improving my ground game. Now I'm curious - what's one thing you learned from the seminar?
Share your insights in this week's engaging discussion! Can't wait to hear from all of you.
This week for ROL KIDS! 9/2/24
Little Kids
Welcome to week #5 - This week, our young martial artists will be learning the Kimura Lock from Side Control. It’s going to be an exciting week as they develop this powerful submission skill while having lots of fun on the mats!
Kids All Levels
Welcome to week #5 - This week, our students will be working on two essential techniques: the Kimura Lock from Side Control and the Side Control Escape using a belt grip. It's going to be a great week of learning as they enhance their control and escape skills while having fun!
Kids Intermediate
Welcome to week #7 - This week, we're focusing on a powerful combination of techniques. First, our students will practice the Double Leg Takedown, a fundamental move to take control from a standing position. Then, we'll transition into working on the Butterfly Sweep from Half Guard, helping them improve their ability to reverse and dominate from the ground. It's going to be an exciting and skill-building week!
Kids Advanced
Join us for week #5 - This week, we're honing in on Back Control Escapes. Students will learn how to effectively defend against one of the most dominant positions in Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on techniques to escape and turn the tide in their favor. Get ready for a challenging and rewarding week as we refine our defensive skills!
Back Control Escapes
Mat Chat Topic: Community and Team
Game of the week: Jiu Jitsu Relay Races
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
CLASSES CANCELED 9/2 FOR LABOR DAY!
UPCOMING RŌL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT
When: 9/7 - 9/8
Where: RŌL Academy
RŌL Family Picnic
When: Sept 14 - 12pm
Where: Jaycee Grove, Tinley Park
Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 9/2/24
Gi All Levels
Welcome to week #5 - This week in Adult All Levels, we're focusing on escapes and submissions from the top position. We'll start by honing our Top Control Escape techniques, including the trap, bridge, and roll escape, as well as the foot post counter. To round out the week, we'll work on securing the Arm Lock from S-Mount, ensuring a strong finish from this dominant position. Get ready for a challenging and rewarding week of training!
Gi Intermediate
Week 27: Half Guard - Half Guard Sweeps
This week in Gi Intermediate, we're diving into the art of passing the Half Guard. We'll explore different strategies to break through and control this challenging position, focusing on effective techniques to advance from Half Guard to a dominant top position. Prepare for a week of detailed instruction and hands-on practice as we sharpen our Half Guard passing skills!
Gi Advanced
Week 9:
Spider Guard Principles
NoGi Intermediate
Join us for week #6 - Side Control
Join us for week 6 in NoGi Intermediate, where we'll be focusing on Side Control. This week, you'll learn how to escape from side control using techniques like the Shoulder Pressure Escape and the Underhook Escape. We'll also dive into the Kimura Lock from Side Control to add a strong submission option to your game. Prepare for a week of practical and powerful training!
Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)
Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure underhook)
Kimura Lock from Side Control
NoGi Advanced
CANCELED for Labor Day
Striking
Muay Thai Curriculum - Switch Series Week 7
Switch Series Muay Thai Curriculum
Switch Technique Combos and Feints
Stand and Drill
Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:
Collar Drags
No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!
Womens
Welcome to week #10 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next.
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels
NO CLASS ON 9/2 IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY
9AM OPEN MAT
NICK CIMM SEMINAR
When: Sept 9th at 11AM
Where: RŌL Academy
RŌL Family Picnic
When: Saturday, Sep 14 - 12pm
Where: McCarthy Park, Tinley Park
Emily Kwok Seminar on RŌL TV: https://rolacademy.tv/programs/2024-08-17-emily-kwok
Instructor Program is officially available: https://rolacademy.tv/pages/becoming-an-instructor
Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 8/26/24
Gi All Levels
Welcome to week #4 - This week in our All Levels class, we’re focusing on essential skills to elevate your game. We’ll begin with Grip Escapes, specifically addressing the Shoulder Grip, to help you break free from your opponent's control. Next, we’ll dive into Guard Retention, where you’ll learn how to reset the guard and maintain a strong defensive position. Finally, we’ll wrap up with the Tripod Sweep from Guard, a versatile technique to help you turn the tables and gain the upper hand. Get ready for a week of dynamic and practical training!
Gi Intermediate
Week 26: Half Guard - Half Guard Sweeps - In this week’s Gi Intermediate class, we’ll be focusing on Half Guard Sweeps. You’ll learn how to effectively use the half guard to off-balance your opponent and execute powerful sweeps. The techniques covered will help you transition from a defensive position to an advantageous one, setting you up for dominant control or submission opportunities. Prepare for a week of technical drilling and strategic movement that will sharpen your skills from Half Guard.
Gi Advanced
Week 8:
Failed Triangle Traps
NoGi Intermediate
Join us for week #5 - Side Control
This week in our NoGi Intermediate class, we’ll be honing in on escapes and submissions from side control. We’ll start by working on the Side Control Escape into re-guard, followed by the Side Control Escape into a single leg takedown. To finish, we’ll dive into the D'arce Choke from Side Control, giving you a powerful submission option once you've established control. Get ready for a week of technical drills and strategic development!
Side Control Escape (re-guard)
Side Control Escape (single leg)
D'arce Choke from Side Control
NoGi Advanced
Block 3 - Turtle - Week 7 - Various Escapes
Inside Leg Stand Up
Outside Leg Stand Up
Standing Switch
Standing Switch to Single Leg X
Striking
Muay Thai Curriculum - Switch Series Week 6
Switch Techniques and Combinations
Stand and Drill
Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:
Single Legs
No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!
Womens
Welcome to week #9 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next.
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels
NICK CIMM SEMINAR
When: Sept 9th at 11AM
Where: RŌL Academy
RŌL Family Picnic
When: Sept 14 - 12pm
Where: Jaycee Grove Park, Tinley Park
Emily Kwok Seminar on RŌL TV:
Instructor Program is officially available:
This week for ROL KIDS! 8/26/24
Little Kids
Welcome to week #4 - This week in our Little Kids class, we’re focusing on Tackle Defense. Our young grapplers will learn how to defend against a tackle by using the sprawl technique, transitioning smoothly into the turtle position. It's going to be a fun and energetic week filled with important defensive skills!
Kids All Levels
Welcome to week #4 - In our All Levels Kids class, we’ll be working on Tackle Defense, specifically the Sprawl to Turtle technique. The students will also learn how to transition from the Turtle position to gaining Back Control. It’s going to be an exciting week of developing both defense and control skills on the mats!
Kids Intermediate
Welcome to week #6 - In the Kids Intermediate class, we’re focusing on mastering Kouchi-gari, a fundamental foot sweep that sets up effective takedowns. Alongside this, the students will work on the Side Control Escape using the double under method, enhancing their ability to regain a dominant position. Get ready for a week full of dynamic drills and skill-building!
Kids Advanced
Join us for week #4 - This week in Kids Advanced, we're diving into Attacks from Back Control. Students will learn how to maintain strong back control while setting up and executing various submissions. We'll focus on refining their ability to capitalize on this dominant position, ensuring they can smoothly transition between attacks. It's going to be an intense and highly technical week on the mats!
Attacks from Back Control
Mat Chat Topic: Self Defense
Game of the week: Steal the Bacon
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
UPCOMING RŌL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT
When: 9/7 - 9/8
Where: RŌL Academy
RŌL Family Picnic
When: Sept 14 - 12pm
Where: Jaycee Grove Park, Tinley Park
Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 8/18/24
Gi All Levels
Welcome to week #3 - This week in our Adult All Levels class, we’ll be focusing on essential techniques to enhance your guard game. We’ll start with the Guard Pull to get you into a strong position, followed by the Scissor Sweep from Guard. We’ll also cover a variation of the Scissor Sweep with a wide knee post to add versatility to your sweeps. Get ready for an engaging week of training and progression!
Gi Intermediate
Week 25: Half Guard - Half Guard Defense
This week in our Gi Intermediate class, we're focusing on Half Guard Defense. We’ll be exploring key strategies to effectively defend and counter from the half guard position. Whether you're maintaining control or looking to escape, this week's training will help you build a solid defensive foundation in half guard. Prepare for a week of refining your technique and enhancing your overall guard game!
Gi Advanced
Block 3 - Closed Guard - Week 7 - Opening Closed Guard
Opening the guard into leg attacks
NoGi Intermediate
Join us for week #5 - Side Control
This week in our NoGi Intermediate class, we’ll be honing in on escapes and submissions from side control. We’ll start by working on the Side Control Escape into re-guard, followed by the Side Control Escape into a single leg takedown. To finish, we’ll dive into the D'arce Choke from Side Control, giving you a powerful submission option once you've established control. Get ready for a week of technical drills and strategic development!
Side Control Escape (re-guard)
Side Control Escape (single leg)
D'arce Choke from Side Control
NoGi Advanced
Block 3 - Turtle - Week 7 - Various Escapes
Claw Grip Escape
Single Hook Escape
Power Half Escape
Rolling Knee Bar
Striking
Kickboxing Curriculum - Switch Series Week 5
Switch Series Week 5
Feint Combinations off Switch Techniques
Stand and Drill
Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:
Single Legs
No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!
Womens
Welcome to week #8 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next.
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels
This week for ROL KIDS! 8/18/24
Little Kids
Welcome to week #3 - This week in our Little Kids class, we're focusing on the Arm Drag. Our young grapplers will learn how to use this fundamental technique to create opportunities for control and takedowns. It’s going to be a fun and energetic week as they build confidence and refine their skills on the mats!
Kids All Levels
Welcome to week #3 - This week in our Kids All Levels class, we’re focusing on combining the Arm Drag with the Bearhug Takedown. Our students will learn how to smoothly transition from the Arm Drag into a strong Bearhug position, leading to effective takedowns. It’s going to be an action-packed week as we work on building solid fundamentals and dynamic movement!
Kids Intermediate
Welcome to week #5 - This week in our Kids Intermediate class, we’ll be diving into some powerful techniques. We’ll start with the Drop Seoi-nage, a dynamic throw that’s all about leverage and timing. Then, we’ll work on the Kimura Lock from Side Control, followed by transitioning into the Kimura Lock from North/South position. It’s going to be a week full of skill-building and strategic grappling on the mats!
Kids Advanced
Join us for week #3 - This week in our Kids Advanced class, we’re honing in on Chokes from Top Control. Students will learn how to apply and maintain strong, effective chokeholds while controlling their opponent from the top. We'll focus on setting up these submissions with precision, ensuring a dominant position and a successful finish. Get ready for a challenging and rewarding week of training!
Chokes from Top Control
Mat Chat Topic: Being a Leader
Game of the week: Steal the Bacon
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
RŌL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT
When: 9/7 - 9/8
Where: RŌL Academy
Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 8/11/24
Gi All Levels
Welcome to week #2 - This week in Gi All Levels, we’re diving into key techniques from the Open Guard position. We’ll begin by refining the Open Guard Standing, followed by learning the Chair Sweep to gain control. We'll wrap up with the Hip-In Guard Pass to enhance your passing game. Prepare for another week of focused training and growth on the mats!
Gi Intermediate
Week 24: Side Control - Side Control Escapes
This week in Gi Intermediate, we’re focusing on the concept of Side Control Escapes. We'll explore various strategies and techniques to help you effectively regain control and improve your positioning when trapped under side control. Get ready for a week of detailed practice and skill development as we work on mastering these essential escape techniques!
Gi Advanced
Block 3 - Closed Guard - Week 6 - Chokes
Chokes from Closed Guard
NoGi Intermediate
Join us for week #4 - Half Guard
This week in NoGi Intermediate, we’re honing in on key submissions from the Half Guard position. We’ll start by working on the Kimura from Top Half, then move to the Kimura from Bottom Half, and finally, we’ll dive into the Reverse Arm Lock from Bottom Half. Get ready for a week of intense training as we sharpen your submission game!
Kimura from Top Half
Kimura from Bottom Half
Reverse Arm Lock from Bottom Half
NoGi Advanced
Block 3 - Turtle - Week 6 - Guard & Granbies
Sit-Thru to Guard
Granby Rolls
Striking
Kickboxing Curriculum - Switch Series Week 4
Combos/Feints Using Switch Techniques
Stand and Drill
Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:
Single Legs
No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!
Womens
No Women's Class this week
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels
MEMBER APPRECIATION BBQ & WELLNESS EVENT
When: Saturday, Aug 17th at 12pm (after class)
Where: RŌL Academy
EMILY KWOK WORKSHOP
When: August 16th at 6PM
Where: RŌL Academy
Info: Gi
This week for ROL KIDS! 8/11/24
Little Kids
Welcome to week #2 - This week in our Little Kids class, we’ll be focusing on the Chest Grip Escape (up grip). Our young grapplers will learn how to safely and effectively break free from an opponent's grip. It’s going to be a week full of fun and learning as we build confidence and skills on the mats!
Kids All Levels
Welcome to week #2 - This week in our Kids All Levels class, we're focusing on some essential techniques. We’ll start with the Chest Grip Escape (up grip) to help our students break free from tough situations. Then, we’ll work on the Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near arm), adding a powerful submission to their skill set. It's going to be a fun and educational week on the mats!
Kids Intermediate
Welcome to week #4 - This week in our Kids Gi Intermediate class, we’re diving into some powerful techniques. We’ll start with Osoto-gari, a classic judo throw that helps gain control from standing. Then, we’ll focus on the Arm Lock from Knee on Belly, first learning how to apply it on the near arm, and then the far arm. Get ready for a dynamic week of skill-building and growth on the mats!
Kids Advanced
Join us for week #2 - This week in Kids Advanced, moving on to the Top Control position. More specifically from Top Control the Advanced Kids focus will be on Escapes from Top Control.
Top Control Escapes
Mat Chat Topic: Decisions and Choices
Game of the week: Tails
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
UPCOMING RŌL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT
When: 9/7 - 9/8
Where: RŌL Academy
Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 8/4/24
Gi All Levels
Welcome to week #1 - This week in our Adult All Levels class, we're focusing on foundational techniques. We'll start with mastering the Open Guard Sitting position, followed by the Double Under Pass to improve your guard passing skills. Finally, we'll work on the Triangle Choke from Guard, adding an essential submission to your arsenal. Get ready for an engaging and skill-building week on the mats!
Gi Intermediate
Week 23: Side Control - Knee on Belly Attacks
This week in Gi Intermediate, we’re focusing on attacks from the Knee on Belly position. Our training will delve into various strategies and techniques to effectively control and submit your opponent from this dominant position. Prepare for a week of dynamic drills and in-depth practice to enhance your offensive skills. Get ready for an exciting and educational week on the mats!
Gi Advanced
Block 3 - Closed Guard - Week 5 - Lapel Arm Trap
Sweeps and Attacks
NoGi Intermediate
Join us for week #3 - Half Guard
This week in NoGi Intermediate, we're focusing on techniques from Bottom Half Guard. We'll start with the Single Leg from Bottom Half, followed by the Whizzer Counter Limp Arm from Bottom Half. Finally, we'll work on the Whizzer Counter Roll Back from Bottom Half. Get ready for an engaging week of skill-building and practical training on the mats!
Single Leg from Bottom Half
Whizzer Counter Limp Arm from Bottom Half
Whizzer Counter Roll Back from Bottom Half
NoGi Advanced
Block 3 - Turtle - Week 5 - Overwrap
Deep Overwrap
Overwrap
Overwrap Kneebar
Striking
Boxing Curriculum - Week 3
Switch Series
Kickboxing Concepts/Combinations Utilizing Stance Switching
Stand and Drill
Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:
Single Legs
No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!
Womens
Welcome to week #7 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next.
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels
EMILY KWOK WORKSHOP
When: August 16th at 6PM
Where: RŌL Academy
Info: Gi
MEMBER APPRECIATION BBQ & WELLNESS EVENT
When: Saturday, Aug 17th at 12pm (after class)
Where: RŌL Academy
