Women Self-defense Lesson is now available
https://rolacademy.tv/programs/women-self-defense
June 06, 2024
June 02, 2024
This week for ROL KIDS! 6/2/24
Little Kids
Welcome to week #6 - This week in our Little Kids class, we'll be focusing on the Knee on Belly position. Our young grapplers will learn how to control their opponent from this position and master the Knee on Belly Arm Lock (near arm). It's going to be an exciting week full of fun and learning!
Kids All Levels
Welcome to week #6 - This week in our All Levels Kids class, we're diving into the Knee on Belly position. Our students will work on maintaining control from this dominant position and will learn two key techniques: the Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near arm) and the Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (far arm). Get ready for an action-packed week of skill-building and fun!
Kids Intermediate
Welcome to week #12 - This week in Kids Intermediate, the focus will be on submissions from the back. The kids will start by learning the Lapel Choke from Back Control. After practicing this technique, they will move on to the Arm Behind the Head Choke. It's going to be a great week of skill-building on the mats!
Kids Advanced
Join us for week #20 - This week in Kids Advanced, we are focusing on Chokes from Back Control. The students will learn how to effectively set up and apply a variety of chokes, using the Body Triangle Lock that the kids learned last week to maintain control and create opportunities for submission. We'll cover techniques to transition smoothly into different chokes, ensuring a strong and versatile back control game. Get ready for an intense and informative week!
Chokes from Back Control
Mat Chat Topic: Making Goals and Plans
Game of the week: Tug-o-war
âť—âť—** Announcements **âť—âť—
UPCOMING TEAM COMPETITION:Â
Grappling IndustriesÂ
Where: Oak Lawn Park District Community Pavilion 9401 Oak Park Ave, Oak Lawn, IL
When: July 13th
COMPETITION WORKSHOP
Where: ROL Academy
When: June 15th 3-4:30PM
No registration necessaryÂ
BRING A FRIEND TO JIU JITSU
Where: ROL Academy
When: June 22nd 2-:3:30
June 02, 2024
Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 6/2/24
Gi All Levels
Welcome to week #12 - This week's focus at Gi All Levels revolves around mastering the Guard position. The Guard offers a plethora of options for submissions, sweeps, and defensive maneuvers. We'll kick things off with the Transition from Guard to Back Control, followed by the Back Control Escape (bridge), and wrapping up with the Top Lapel Choke from Back Control. Get ready for an exciting week ahead at Gi All Levels!
Gi Intermediate
Week 15: Side Control - Side Control Escapes
Gi Advanced
Welcome to Week #6 - Guard Passing
Finishing up the Craig Jones Passing series
Passing position -> knee pummel -> leg attack
Leg drag pass
NoGi Intermediate
Join us for week #16 - Guard
This week in NoGi Intermediate, we're focusing on the Open Guard position. We'll be enhancing your skills with techniques such as Open Guard Standing, the Single Leg X Sweep, and the Straight Ankle Lock from Single Leg X. Join us on the mats for an engaging week of training!
Open Guard Standing
Single Leg X Sweep
Straight Ankle Lock from Single Leg X
NoGi Advanced
Week #5:
Submission Defense/Escapes
Kimura - Side Control/North-South
Striking
Muay Thai Curriculum
Teep Series
Parry the Lead Teep Concepts and Counters
Stand and Drill
Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:
Inside Leg Attacks
Kouchi Gari
Ouchi Gari
No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!
WomensÂ
Welcome to week #20 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next. It’s going to be an awesome 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
UPCOMING Team Competition
Grappling IndustriesÂ
When: Saturday, July 13th
Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion
Early registration - $90 thru June 29
May 28, 2024
What Jiu Jitsu question has been on your mind lately?
May 27, 2024
• Edited (Jun 06, 2024)
Jiu Jitsu Concepts are now available
https://rolacademy.tv/programs/core-jiu-jitsu-concepts-by-thomas-rozdzynski
May 26, 2024
Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 5/26/24
Gi All Levels
Welcome to week #11 - This week at Gi All Levels, we're focusing on mastering the Kimura Lock and its variations. Known for its effectiveness and versatility, the Kimura Lock is a fundamental technique in grappling. We'll kick off with the Bearhug Defense to Kimura Lock, move on to the Kimura Lock from Guard, and conclude with the Kimura Bump from Guard. Get ready for an exciting and skill-enhancing week of training at Gi All Levels!
Gi Intermediate
Week 14: Side Control - Side Control Escapes
Gi Advanced
Welcome to Week #5 - Guard Passing
Craig Jones inspired passes (continued)
Review passing position
Same side knee cut
Leg weave pass
NoGi Intermediate
Join us for week #15 - Guard
This week in NoGi Intermediate, we're diving into the Guard position. Get ready to elevate your submission game with a series of focused techniques, including the Kimura Bump from Guard, the Kimura Lock from Guard, and the Guillotine Choke from Guard. Looking forward to seeing you on the mats!
Kimura Bump from Guard
Kimura Lock from Guard
Guillotine Choke from Guard
NoGi Advanced
Submission Defense/Escapes
(No Class due to Memorial Day)
Striking
Muay Thai Curriculum
Teep Series
Concepts and Combos
Stand and Drill
Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:
Arm-Drags
No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!
WomensÂ
Welcome to week #19 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next. It’s going to be an awesome week!
Rear Naked Choke Defense (Pull Back)
Side Control Escape (re-guard)
Scissor Sweep
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
UPCOMING Team Competition
Grappling IndustriesÂ
When: Saturday, July 13th
Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion
Early registration - $90 thru June 29th
May 26, 2024
This week for ROL KIDS! 5/26/24
Little Kids
Welcome to week #5 - This week in Little Kids we are moving on to the Side Control Position. This week the kids will not only be learning about the proper way to hold Side Control, but also how to apply the Kimura Lock submission. It is going to be an awesome week for these Little Kids!
Kids All Levels
Welcome to week #5 - This week in Kids All Levels we are moving on to Side Control. From Side control, the kids will be learning how to execute one of the most common submissions in Jiu Jitsu - the Kimura Lock from Side Control. It’s going to be an awesome week!
Kids Intermediate
Welcome to week #11 - This week in Kids Intermediate the kids will be working from on their feet with the Bearhug Escape (with arms) - Once they've done enough repetitions on their feet we will move to the ground working the Back Control Escape (bridge)
Kids Advanced
Join us for week #19 - This week in Kids Advanced the focus is on Body Triangle Lock, we will be going over how to set it up as well as use it to your advantage when setting up other attacks.
Body Triangles
Mat Chat Topic: Community and Team
Game of the week: Steal the Bacon
âť—âť—** Announcements **âť—âť—
UPCOMING TEAM COMPETITION:Â
Grappling IndustriesÂ
Where: Oak Lawn Park District Community Pavilion 9401 Oak Park Ave, Oak Lawn, IL
When: July 13th
May 24, 2024
• Edited (Aug 21, 2024)
NoGi Category is growing fast
Check it out -Â https://rolacademy.tv/categories/Nogi
May 24, 2024
TacFit - Fri 05/25/24
AFAP - 20 min
- Squat x100
- Quad Press x100
- KB Swing x100 (50 each arm)
May 20, 2024
Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 5/19/24
Gi All Levels
Welcome to week #10 - This week at Gi All Levels, we're diving into the intricacies of the Guard position. With its vast array of submissions, sweeps, and defensive techniques, the Guard is a cornerstone of effective grappling. We'll start off with the Arm Lock from Guard, move on to the Pendulum Sweep from Guard, and finish with the Pendulum - Arm Lock from Guard. Prepare for a dynamic and engaging week of training at Gi All Levels!
Gi Intermediate
Welcome to week #13 - Guard - Guard Passing Sitting
Gi Advanced
Welcome to week #4 - Guard PassingÂ
Craig Jones inspired passes
Knee Cut
Smash Pass
NoGi Intermediate
Join us for week #14 - Guard
This week in NoGi Intermediate, we're diving into the Guard position. Prepare to elevate your submission game with a series of focused techniques, including the Triangle Choke from Guard, the Arm Lock from Guard, and the Reverse Arm Lock from Guard. Looking forward to seeing you on the mats!
Triangle Choke from Guard
Arm Lock from Guard
Reverse Arm Lock from Guard
NoGi Advanced
Week #17
Submission Defense/Escapes
Week 4
Triangle - Closed Guard
Striking
Kickboxing Curriculum
Roundhouse Series
Roundhouse feints and combinations
Stand and Drill
Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:
Arm-Drags
No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!
WomensÂ
Welcome to week #18 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next. It’s going to be an awesome week!
Drop Seoi Nage
Side Control Escape (double under)
Turtle Escape (sit-out)
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
UPCOMING Team Competition
- Grappling Industries -
When: Saturday, July 13th
Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion
Early registration - $90 thru June 29