The “You Are Framed” series on RŌL TV by Thomas Rozdzynski is a deep dive into one of the most essential and often misunderstood concepts in Jiu Jitsu: framing. This series breaks down how to build effective structural frames using proper alignment rather than relying on strength, allowing you to manage pressure from larger or more aggressive opponents.

Now available on RŌL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/programs/you-are-framed-by-thomas-rozdzynski

Weekly Question Time… 🥋

What is your interpretation of a Black Belt?

Some of you are working toward it, some of you are not focused on rank, and some of you may not care about belts at all, and that’s perfectly fine. But regardless of where you stand, we all carry a certain vision, expectation, or feeling about what a Black Belt represents.

Take a moment and describe what a Black Belt means to you, in a few sentences.

On March 7, 2026, Marc Hansen conducted an outstanding NoGi Takedown Workshop that brought tremendous value to everyone in attendance. Marc’s attention to detail and clear method of instruction made the material accessible and engaging for practitioners of all levels.

Throughout the workshop, Marc not only demonstrated effective takedown techniques but also emphasized the underlying principles that make a strong stand-up game in NoGi grappling. Participants worked through key entries and setups, including Ko Uchi Gari and Uchi Mata, while learning how to properly create off-balance, manage distance, and connect their attacks with control and timing.

Now available on RŌL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/programs/2026-03-07-marc-hansen

On February 7th, 2026, we had the privilege of hosting Peter Thanos for an outstanding seminar focused on side control domination. The session was designed for all levels, and Pete delivered concepts that were both highly technical and immediately applicable. He broke down the key principles that make side control truly effective, including proper weight distribution, hip positioning, crossface pressure, head control, and eliminating space before advancing. Rather than just chasing submissions, Pete emphasized earning them through control, patience, and intelligent transitions.

Now available on RŌL TV - https://rolacademy.tv/programs/2026-02-07-pete-thanos

Weekly question guys 

What’s a Jiu Jitsu myth that drives you crazy?

RŌL TV is excited to release a comprehensive new series with Max Eberle, focused entirely on the modern leg lock game. This series breaks down leg locks as a complete system rather than isolated techniques, making the material accessible, practical, and highly effective for students of all levels. Max covers key positions including 50/50, inside Ashi, and outside Ashi, with a strong emphasis on control, balance, and proper positioning.

On December 13, 2025, RŌL Academy had the pleasure of hosting a special workshop with Tim Jurgovan, centered around one of the most dynamic and demanding control positions in Jiu Jitsu: knee-on-belly. The workshop explored the position from a complete systems perspective, beginning with mobility, balance, and pressure, and progressing into effective attacking sequences.

Now available on RŌL TV -  https://rolacademy.tv/programs/2025-12-13-tim-jurgovan

2025 Graduation Event is now available on RŌL TV 

 https://rolacademy.tv/programs/rol-graduation-2025

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.

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