Great question last night from the Striking crew - why do we strike the pad across the body when throwing straight punches (jab/cross), instead of the same pad on same side?
September 21
Kids Program Curriculum - 9/21/25
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 2
Mat Chat: Disappointment
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 2
Mat Chat: Disappointment
Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)
B (Thur/Sat)
Kids Intermediate:
Week 15 - Side Control Submissions
Takedown: Arm Drag to Bearhug Takedown
Bread Cutter Choke for GI
Arm in Choke from Side Control for NoGI
Kids Advanced:
Week 15 - Side Control Submissions
Kids Competition Class:
Week 12 - Escaping - Escape to Guard or Top
Drill 1: Top Control Escape (trap, bridge, roll)
Drill 2: Side Control Escape (re-guard)
Drill 3: Back Control Escape (bridge) - Keep Hooks
Mat Chat: Mental Preparation
Kids/Teens Striking:
Week : 8
Boxing: Overhand Punch
Kickboxing: Low Kick-Switch Body Kick
Combo: The Holland Combo
Mat Chat: Be Brave, Be Different. “I create new paths!”
September 21
• Edited (Sep 21, 2025)
Adult Program Curriculum - 9/21/25
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
Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 20:
Final Week from Turtle - Chokes and more
Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 20:
Final Week from Turtle - Crucifix
Adult Gi Advanced:
Passing Butterfly Guard
NoGi Advanced:
North South Kimura. Trapping the bottom arm and the Kimura/side triangle dilemma.
Striking:
Boxing: Overhand Punch
Kickboxing: Low Kick-Switch Body Kick
Combo: The Holland Combo
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
PARKING LOT RESURFASSING TOMORROW & FOLLOWING MONDAY
PLAN ACCORDINGLY
ARRIVE EARLY
PARKING IN THE BACK WILL BE AVAILABLE
TAP CANCER OUT SUNDAY COMPETITION CLASSESWhen: Sundays at 6pm up until the Oct 11th Competition
Jesse Walker Seminar
When: Saturday, October 4th @ 11:30
TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION
When: Saturday, October 11th
Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion in Oak Lawn
Register HERE
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
September 18
What’s the number one intangible skillset to have when training Jiu Jitsu?
For me resilience stands out. There are days/weeks when I feel progress is not visible or noticeable but training must continue. I feel that I have to be resilient regardless of doing things incorrectly, getting smashed, not seeing visible results, etc.
The real progress starts with consistently showing up.
I’d love to hear your thoughts on this!
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
September 16
• Edited (Sep 16, 2025)
“Mission First, Safety Always” was one of the most memorable phrases we used in the military. In combat sports, accidents and injuries happen. It sucks to be hurt and then you get sidelined while your training partners progress. Avoiding these incidents is paramount for me, my kids, and my students.
There is currently a free John Danaher video on bjjfanatics about training safely. Check it out while it’s free!!!!
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
September 14
Here’s the question of the week. How do you train to stay calm and composed under extreme pressure, like in bad positions? Getting smashed or pretty close to being submitted.
September 14
Kids Program Curriculum - 9/14/25
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 1
Mat Chat: Winning
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 1
Mat Chat: Winning
Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)
B (Thur/Sat)
Kids Intermediate:
Week 14 - Side Control Escapes
Kids Advanced:
Week 14 - Side Control Escapes
Kids Competition Class:
Week 11 - Turtle - Take the Back
Drill 1: Transition from Turtle to Back
Drill 2: Turtle Hook Control
Drill 3: Turtle Escape (trap and roll)
Mat Chat: Turning Defense to Offense
Kids/Teens Striking:
Week : 7
Boxing: Lead/Rear Uppercuts
Kickboxing: Round kicks on the Thai pads
Combo: The Holland Combo
Mat Chat: Focus. "I spend my time on what matters."
September 14
Adult Program Curriculum - 9/14/25
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 Stipe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes
**** Four Stripes
Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 19:
Escapes from Turtle
Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 19:
Drilling from Turtle
Adult Gi Advanced:
Passing Single Leg X
NoGi Advanced:
Kimura Defense
Striking:
Boxing: Lead/Rear Uppercuts
Kickboxing: Round kicks on the Thai pads
Combo: The Holland Combo
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
Fitness Challenge
When: Starting TOMORRROW
Register HERE
Jesse Walker Seminar
When: Saturday, October 4th
TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION
When: Saturday, October 11th
Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion in Oak Lawn
Register HERE
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
September 11
What do you tell someone who is considering trying Jiu Jitsu?
Piggybacking of Scott's question last week about why we keep coming back, he pointed out all those things that could stop someone from joining. Sore. Hurt knees. Getting beat up. Etc... If you know someone who is thinking about joining, what do you say to get them to take time out of their day and come through that door for the first time?
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
September 08
Fun question this week. What books have you read or movies have you watched related to jiu jitsu. Let's see what titles we can share!
Books I've only read "Opening the Closed Guard" by Robert Drysdale but have his second book.
Movies like everyone I've watched choke. Jiu Jitsu vs the World was really cool on YouTube. There were a few I saw on Flow that were short docuseries ones too. I feel like there are one's I've forgotten too.