Thomas Rozdzynski

Frankfort, IL, United States

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Commented on Adult Program Curriculum - 11/16/25We...

17 Nov 21:02

This is a great week for our Intermediate classes!

NoGi: We’re diving into Single Leg X and X-Guard sweeps, keeping the focus on simplicity and using gravity to create easy, efficient reversals that put you on top with control.

Gi: We’ll be exploring one of my favorite topics, lapel traps and attacks. Clean mechanics, smart setups, and high-percentage options that will level up your top and bottom game.

Don’t miss it. Come train with me this week! 💪🥋

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17 Nov 10:12

Weekly Question. Share your thoughts below 👇

What’s been your toughest moment in Jiu Jitsu?

Was it an injury, a plateau, a bad tournament, coming back after time off, or something totally different?

Your experience might be exactly what someone else needs to hear today.

Commented on What submission do you get caught in ...

14 Nov 00:07

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10 Nov 09:00

The new series featuring Professor Scott Burr dives deep into the art of Connection in Jiu Jitsu, exploring how subtle adjustments in posture, distance, and timing can transform your effectiveness both standing and on the ground. Rather than isolating techniques, Scott focuses on the relationships between positions—how movement, pressure, and structure connect seamlessly across transitions.

https://rolacademy.tv/programs/connections-with-scott-burr

Commented on Adult Program Curriculum - 11/2/25Wel...

02 Nov 19:16

It’s going to be a great week ahead for the Intermediate class! We’re continuing our deep dive into leg attacks — this time adding some exciting details on knee bars and heel hooks. 🔥

Come ready to learn, drill, and sharpen your game! 👊

Commented on Question of the week. If you could p...

02 Nov 17:29

I’ve always believed that everything happens for a reason, in life, in business, and definitely on the mat. Honestly, I wouldn’t change a thing; I truly love where I’m at right now.

But if we’re talking in a fantasy world… it would be pretty amazing to train twice a day with the best of the best, travel the world, meet incredible people, and just live the full Jiu Jitsu lifestyle.

Until then, I’ll keep dreaming and keep rolling. 👊

Commented on HALLOWEEN SCHEDULE 10/31

26 Oct 20:57

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Commented on Adult Program Curriculum - 10/26/25We...

26 Oct 20:44

Oh — you’re in for a treat this week. For the next two weeks we’re focusing on leg locks. Yes — I usually leave leg attacks to Russell Usauskas, but we’re diving into entries, control points, and progressive leg-lock sequences. Come ready to learn and drill!

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24 Oct 10:27

The De La Riva Guard Series by Professor Felipe Simplicio offers a comprehensive exploration of one of Jiu Jitsu’s most dynamic open guard systems. Known for its versatility, the De La Riva guard allows practitioners to create angles, off-balance opponents, and transition fluidly between attacks. In this series, Felipe breaks down key sweep mechanics—emphasizing posture disruption, hook control, and grip strategy to unseat even the most stable opponents.

https://rolacademy.tv/programs/de-la-riva-guard-by-felipe-simplicio

Commented on Adult Program Curriculum - 10/19/25We...

20 Oct 17:38

Important week ahead! 💪

In Gi classes, we’ll focus on side control escapes, emphasizing the importance of underhooks to create space, recover guard, or start your own attacks.

In No-Gi, we’ll explore a variety of transitions to the top and back, sharpening your ability to control, and capitalize on momentum.

Bring your focus, stay disciplined, and let’s keep improving together! 👊🏻