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August 18, 2024
• Edited (Aug 18, 2024)

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


âť—âť—** Announcements **âť—âť—


RĹŚL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT

When: 9/7 - 9/8

Where: RĹŚL Academy

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  in  đź‘Ą rol-community
August 18, 2024

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.


âť—âť—** Announcements **âť—âť—

Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels

CHECK IT OUT

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  in  đź‘Ą rol-community
August 10, 2024

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


âť—âť—** Announcements **âť—âť—

Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels

CHECK IT OUT

MEMBER APPRECIATION BBQ & WELLNESS EVENT

When: Saturday, Aug 17th at 12pm (after class)

Where: RĹŚL Academy

EMILY KWOK WORKSHOP

When: August 16th at 6PM

Where: RĹŚL Academy

Info: Gi

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  in  đź‘Ą rol-community
August 10, 2024

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


âť—âť—** Announcements **âť—âť—

UPCOMING RĹŚL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT

When: 9/7 - 9/8

Where: RĹŚL Academy

REGISTER NOW

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  in  đźĄ‹ jiu-jitsu-talk
August 05, 2024

Weekly Question: 

Hey everyone! Let's dive into a fun discussion today. When it comes to Jiu Jitsu training, which aspect do you find more engaging: sparring or drilling? Share your thoughts and insights below! It's always interesting hearing different perspectives on this topic. Can't wait to hear from you all.

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  in  đź‘Ą rol-community
August 04, 2024

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.


âť—âť—** Announcements **âť—âť—

Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels

CHECK IT OUT

EMILY KWOK WORKSHOP

  • When: August 16th at 6PM

  • Where: RĹŚL Academy

  • Info: Gi

MEMBER APPRECIATION BBQ & WELLNESS EVENT

  • When: Saturday, Aug 17th at 12pm (after class)

  • Where: RĹŚL Academy

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  in  đź‘Ą rol-community
August 04, 2024

This week for ROL KIDS!  8/4/24


Little Kids

Welcome to week #1 - This week in our Little Kids class we will be teaching the kids one of the most powerful takedowns in Jiu Jitsu - the Double Leg Takedown. Introducing our younger students on the concepts of these powerful techniques is important to their growth through Jiu Jitsu, so we will be working on repetitions to set them up for success!


Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #1 - This week in our All Levels Kids class, we’re focusing the Single Leg Takedown and the Defense for the Single Leg. This is a great way for our students to see both sides of the concept, from setting up and executing the Single Leg from the Clinch position to learning how to defend it properly is key. It’s going to be a great week!


Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #3 - This week in our Kids Intermediate class it is all about the Guillotine Choke! The kids will focus first on setting up the standing Guillotine once they have done enough repetitions we will move on to the Standing Guillotine Escape. Giving them views from both sides is important to their success in Jiu Jitsu. It’s going to be an awesome week!


Kids Advanced

Join us for week #1 - This week in Kids Advanced, moving on to the Top Control position. More specifically from Top Control the Advanced Kids focus will be on Attacks from Top Control.

  • Attacks from Top Control


Mat Chat Topic: Winning

Game of the week: Bulldogs


âť—âť—** Announcements **âť—âť—

UPCOMING RĹŚL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT

When: 9/7 - 9/8

Where: RĹŚL Academy

More details coming soon

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  in  đź“Ł site-updates
August 02, 2024
• Edited (Aug 02, 2024)

All new Kimura Lock Program from Prof Rob Miller is now available 

https://rolacademy.tv/programs/kimura-lock-from-half-guard-by-rob-miller 

  in  đźĄ‹ jiu-jitsu-talk
July 29, 2024

Weekly Questions:

Hey everyone, for this week's discussion I have a fun question for you all: If you had to do it all over again, what age would you start Jiu Jitsu? Share your thoughts and reasoning behind your choice - let's get a conversation! Can't wait to hear from you all.

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July 27, 2024

This week for ROL KIDS!  7/28/24


Little Kids

Welcome to week #14 - This week in our Little Kids class, we'll be concentrating on the Bull Rider Pass. Our young grapplers will learn how to effectively use this technique to gain control by moving themselves into a dominant position. It’s going to be a fun week!


Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #14 - This week in our All Levels Kids class, we’re focusing on passing the Guard. We will teach them two effective Passes starting with the Hip-in Pass and finishing up with the Bull Rider Pass. It’s going to be a great week!


Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #1 - This week in our Kids Intermediate class, we’re focusing on powerful Takedowns and Transitions. Our students will begin by learning the Arm Drag to Bearhug Takedown, a very powerful way to get their partners to the ground, then we will be moving onto a Self-Defense Scenario the Headlock Escape (no strikes). It’s going to be an awesome week!


Kids Advanced

Join us for week #28 - This week in Kids Advanced, we are diving into Half Guard Attacks. The students will learn how to effectively set up and execute various Attacks from the Half Guard position, creating opportunities to submit. Get ready for an intense and informative week of training!

  • Half Guard Attacks


Mat Chat Topic: Rules

Game of the week: Jiu Jitsu Relay Races


âť—âť—** Announcements **âť—âť—

RĹŚL Junior Coaching is back!

MUST be 11+ with yellow/white belt+

REGISTER NOW

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