What’s the single most valuable concept or technique you’ve learned that transformed your jiu jitsu game, and why?
August 12
• Edited (Aug 17, 2025)
📣 Upcoming Events at RŌL 📣
Mark you calendars
📆 8/23 - John Kats - Adult Workshop - Kimura Attacks
📆 8/25 - Felipe Simplicio - Adult Workshop
🌭 9/13 - ROL Annual Picnic
August 17
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
Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 10
Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History
Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)
B (Thur/Sat)
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!”
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
August 15
For y’all who’ve been training for a bit:
I know a lot of people quit and move on, but how do you guys manage losing so many awesome training partners and friends even throughout the years? even though I’m happy when folks do what’s best for them, it’s weird when you go from seeing someone for hours each week and then nothing. And it sucks.
August 17
Adult Program Curriculum - 8/17/25
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 (Thurs-Sat)
* One Stipe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes
**** Four Stripes
Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 14:
Seoi Nage
Back Control Escapes
Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 14:
50/50 Guard Passing
Adult Gi Advanced:
Defeating 50/50
NoGi Advanced:
Arm Locks and Reverse Triangles from Back Control
❗❗** Announcements **❗❗
John Kats NoGi Workshop
When: Saturday, August 23rd @11:30AM
Felipe Simlicico Workshop (Gi)
When: Monday, August 25th @6PM
Annual RŌL Picnic - SAVE THE DATE
When: Saturday September 13th
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
August 17
If you could go back in time and watch any combat sport (jiu jitsu, boxing, mma, etc) match up live and in the front row, what would it be?
I’d choose the Max Holloway vs Justin Gaethje fight for the BMF belt. Seeing Max knock out Justin with a second left in the 5th round and hearing the pop of the arena would be absolutely insane! One of the top sporting moments in my book. Right up there with Scotty Pods hitting a walk off in Game 2 of the 05 World Series. #GoSox
August 10
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
Mat Chat: Weaknesses
Kids Fundamentals:
Week 9
Mat Chat: Weaknesses
Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)
B (Thur/Sat)
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!”
August 14
On August 11th, we had the privilege of hosting Professors Thomas and Celest Cronin for a dynamic and insightful seminar at our academy. Professor Thomas, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, led the session with a deep dive into the Triangle Choke — breaking down both the setup and execution in a way that was clear, precise, and immediately applicable. His step-by-step approach covered key details on positioning, angle adjustment, and finishing mechanics, ensuring participants of all levels could improve their effectiveness with this iconic submission.
The entire event is available now on RŌL
https://rolacademy.tv/programs/2025-08-11-thomas-cronin
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
August 09
We all spend a lot of time sharing jiujitsu, but what other hobbies, interests, or activities would you share with your training partners?
Most of my free time revolves around my kids now, and we spend a lot of time at playgrounds, splash pads, and six flags. I’ve found a lot of ways to have fun there… and I don’t even fight anyone! We recently went to a splash pad and the kids and parents had a blast.
How do you have fun without armbars and chokes?
in 🥋 jiu-jitsu-talk
June 30
Question of the week??? How much do you feel jujitsu is a mental and how much is a Physical challenge, I personal feel its 80 % MENTALLY and 20% physical, what are your thoughts ??????