Kids Program Curriculum - 8/31/25

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:
With Kassidy Camargo - Tyler Lorek - Scott Tresch - Russell Usauskas - Bekah Bradshaw
Week 12

• Kimura Bump

• Mat Chat: Strengths

Kids Fundamentals:
With Peter Thanos - Bekah Bradshaw - Kassidy Camargo
Week 12

• Open Guard Sitting

• Scissor Sweep

• Mat Chat: Strengths

Teens Fundamentals:
With Kassidy Camargo - Tim Jurgovan
A (Mon/Wed)

• Single Leg Take Down from Collar Grips

• Hip-in Guard Pass

• Tripod Sweep from Guard

B (Thur/Sat)

• Single Leg Take Down from Clinch

• Scissor Sweep from Guard

• Tripod Pass from Half Guard

Kids Intermediate:
With Scott Tresch - Tim Jurgovan - Bekah Bradshaw - SAM SHALAKHTI
Week 11 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Single Leg Takedown

• Transition from Side to Top

• Transition from Side to Top (foot in)

Kids Advanced:
With Dom Adolfo
Week 11 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Single Leg Takedown

• Transition from Side to Top

• Transition from Side to Top (foot in)

Kids Competition Class:
With Scott Tresch
Week 8 - NO CLASS - TEAM COMPETITION

Kids/Teens Striking:
With John Zapala - Tyler Lorek
Week 4:

• Boxing: Parrying the Jab/Cross & Sync-up flow

• Kickboxing: Switch Kick (Orthodox)

• Combo: Hemmers Combo (7 Hooks)

• Mat Chat: “Fall down seven times, stand up eight!”

Shoutout to Coach Scott for the semi-private lessons for some of our kids, helping them where they struggle and getting them ready for future competitions. 

Kids Program Curriculum - 8/24/25

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

• Arm Lock from Top Control

• Mat Chat: Sharing Jiu Jitsu

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 11

• Arm Lock from Top Control

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag over)

• Mat Chat: Sharing Jiu Jitsu

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Guard Retention

• Open Guard Standing

• Chair Sweep

B (Thur/Sat)

• Grip Breaking

• Open Guard Sitting

• Double Under Pass

Kids Intermediate:
Week 10 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Bearhug Escape (without arms)

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (single leg)

Kids Advanced:
Week 10 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Standing Seoi-nage

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (single leg)

Kids Competition Class:
Week 7 - Guard Passing - Establish Side Control

• Drill 1: Guard Pull to Sweep

• Drill 2: Sweep to Pass Sequence

• Drill 3: Pass to Submission

• Mat Chat: Staying Focused

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 4:

• Boxing: The Jab-Cross (“1-2”)

• Kickboxing: The Step Kick (Southpaw)

• Combo: Switch It Combo

• Mat Chat: Never Stop Learning. "Everyday I Learn and Grow!”

Kids Program Curriculum - 8/17/25

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 10

• Trap, Bridge, Roll

• Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 10

• Keylock from Top Control

• Trap, Bridge, Roll

• Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Hook Defense

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)

B (Thur/Sat)

• Osoto Gari

• Kimura Lock from Side Control

• Kimura Lock from North-South

Kids Intermediate:
Week 9 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Bearhug Escape (without arms)

• Side Control Escape (double under)

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)

Kids Advanced:
Week 9 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Standing Seoi-nage

• Side Control Escape (double under)

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)

Kids Competition Class:
Week 6 - Sequencing - Connect 3 Techniques

• Drill 1: Sweep to Pass Flow 

• Drill 2: Pass to Mount Transition

• Drill 3: Mount to Submission Flow

• Mat Chat: Importance of Flow

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 3:

• Boxing: The Cross

• Kickboxing: The Switch Kick

• Combo: Switch It Combo

• Mat Chat: "I don’t wait. I take action!”

Kids Program Curriculum - 8/10/25

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 9

• Bearhug Escape (without arms)

• Mat Chat: Weaknesses

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 9

• Bearhug Escape (without arms)

• Bearhug Escape (with arms)

• Mat Chat: Weaknesses

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Head Lock Escape (lean forward)

• Head Lock Escape (lean backward)

• Transition from Side to Top Control

B (Thur/Sat)

• Standing Head Lock Defense (no strikes)

• Side Control Escape (belt grip)

• Side Control Escape (single leg)

Kids Intermediate:
Week 8 - Guard Pass

• Takedown: Osoto-gari

• Toreando

• Step Through

Kids Advanced:
Week 8 - Guard Pass

• Takedown: Osoto-gari

• Toreando

• Step Through

Kids Competition Class:
Week 5 - Back Control - Keeping Back Control

• Drill 1: Lapel Choke 

• Drill 2: Rear Naked Choke (RNC) 

• Drill 3: Arm Behind the Head Choke

• Mat Chat: Staying Calm Under Pressure

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 2:

• Boxing: The Jab

• Kickboxing: Rear Round Kick - Southpaw

• Combo: Sticks Combo - Jab, Cross, Hook, Round Kick

• Mat Chat: Decide On Your Dreams and Goals. "Clear goals give me clear direct direction!”

Kids Program Curriculum - 8/3/25

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 8

• Rear Naked Choke

• Mat Chat: Trust

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 8

• Rear Naked Choke

• RNC defense (pull back)

• Mat Chat: Trust

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Front Bear Hug Defense

• Guillotine Choke from Guard

• Turtle Escape - Knee Grip

B (Thur/Sat)

• Rear Naked Choke Defense

• Rear Naked Choke (RNC)

• Arm Behind the Head Choke

Kids Intermediate:
Week 7 - Guard Pass

• Takedown: Osoto-gari

• Bull Rider Pass

• Knee Cut

Kids Advanced:
Week 7 - Guard Pass

• Takedown: Osoto-gari

• Hip-in Pass

• Knee Cut

Kids Competition Class:
COMPETITION RECAP & REVIEW

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 1: Guard, Movement and Rear Round Kick

• Boxing:  Stance, Guard, Movement

• Kickboxing: Rear Round Kick - Fundamentals

• Combo: Sticks Combo - Jab, Cross, Hook, Round Kick

• Mat Chat: "I choose thoughts that build me up!"

Kids Program Curriculum - 7/27/25

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 7

• Transition from Side to Top

• Mat Chat: Respect

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 7

• Transition from Side to Top

• Cross Choke from Top Control

• Mat Chat: Respect

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Transition from Guard to Back Control

• Back Control Escape (bridge)

• Back Control Escape (single leg)

B (Thur/Sat)

• Bear Hug Defense to Kimura Lock

• Transition from Turtle to Back

• Bottom Collar Choke

Kids Intermediate:
Week 6 - Guard Escapes

• Takedown: Drop Seoi-nage

• Open Guard - Knee into Hip

• Open Guard Sitting - Lapel Pull

Kids Advanced:
Week 6 - Guard Escapes

• Takedown: Drop Seoi-nage

• Open Guard - Knee into Hip

• Open Guard Sitting - Lapel Pull

Kids Competition Class:
Week 5 - Back Control - Keeping Back Control

• Drill 1: Lapel Choke 

• Drill 2: Rear Naked Choke (RNC) 

• Drill 3: Arm Behind the Head Choke

• Mat Chat: Staying Calm Under Pressure

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 11:Week 12: Full Integration

• Boxing: The Single Punch Series – rapid-fire accuracy

• Kickboxing: Kick Review Drills: Rear Round Kick, Step Kick, Switch Kick, Teep Kick

• Combo: The Dutch Drill (experienced) / Single Punch Series w/kicks (kids)

• Mat Chat: Review & Discuss All Mat Chats - based on the book Inner Excellence

Kids Program Curriculum - 7/20/25

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 6

• Side Control Escape (hip control)

• Mat Chat: Bullying

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 6

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (far)

• Mat Chat: Bullying

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Guillotine Defense Standing

• Kimura Lock from Guard

• Kimura Bump from Guard

B (Thur/Sat)

• Guillotine Defense from Guard

• Cross Choke from Guard

• Baseball Choke from Guard

Kids Intermediate:
Week 5 - Guard Escapes

• Takedown: Drop Seoi-nage

• Open Guard Sitting

• Open Guard Standing

Kids Advanced:
Week 5 - Side Control Escapes

• Takedown: Drop Seoi-nage

• Open Guard Sitting

• Open Guard Standing

Kids Competition Class:
NO CLASS - Grappling Industries Team Competition in Oak Lawn at the Oak Lawn Pavilion 

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 11: Explosive Striking

• Boxing: Numbers 1-5 (full punch series)

• Kickboxing: Jumping bicycle round kicks

• Combo: The Dekkers

• Mat Chat: Power Comes from the Inside

Kids Program Curriculum - 7/13/25

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 5

• Kimura Lock from Side Control 

• Mat Chat: Community and Team

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 5

• Side Control Escape (double under)

• Kimura Lock from Side Control 

• Mat Chat: Community and Team

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Tackle Defense

• Guillotine Choke from Guard

• Triangle Choke from Guard

B (Thur/Sat)

• Kick-up from Guard

• Arm Lock from Guard

• Pendulum Sweep from Guard

Kids Intermediate:
Week 3 - Guard Submissions

• Takedown: Ankle Pick

• Kimura Lock from Guard

• Guillotine from Guard

Kids Advanced:
Week 3 - Guard Submissions

• Takedown: Ankle Pick

• Kimura Lock from Guard

• Guillotine from Guard

Kids Competition Class:
Week 4 - Takedowns- Secure Top Control

• Drill 1: Collar Drag

• Drill 2: Double Leg Takedown

• Drill 3: Single Leg Takedown

• Mat Chat: Starting Strong (First Score Wins)

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 10: Single Punch Series & Switch Kick Combo

• Boxing: The single punch series – rapid-fire accuracy

• Kickboxing: Hook, low kick, hook, switch kick

• Combo: The Holland Combo: Jab. Cross, Hook, Hook (Body), Hook, Rearv Round Kick

• Mat Chat: There's No Failure. Only Feedback.

‼️‼️RŌL KIDS ANNOUNCEMENTS‼️‼️

• ALL students MUST HAVE long sleeve Rashguard as well as indoor shoes to attend any class within the kids program

LABOR DAY - 9/1 NO KIDS CLASSES!

ROL FAMILY PICNIC

• When: Saturday September 13th from 12PM - 4PM

• Where: Jaycee grove Park in Tinley Park

• Group Photos @ 2:30pm

TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION

• When: Saturday, October 11th

• Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion in Oak Lawn

• Register HERE