Adult Program Curriculum - 8/24/25

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)

• Grip Breaking

• Open Guard Sitting**

• Double Under Pass**

B (Thurs-Sat)

• Guard Retention*

• Open Guard Standing**

• Chair Sweep

* One Stipe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes 
**** Four Stripes

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 16:

• Back Control Attacks

Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 16:

• Back Control Escapes

Adult Gi Advanced:

• 50/50 Wrap-up

NoGi Advanced:

• Kimura Finishing Mechanics

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

Felipe Simlicico Workshop (Gi)

• When: Sunday, August 25th @6PM

Annual RŌL Picnic - SAVE THE DATE

• When: Saturday September 13th 

Kids Program Curriculum - 8/24/25

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 11

• Arm Lock from Top Control

• Mat Chat: Sharing Jiu Jitsu

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 11

• Arm Lock from Top Control

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag over)

• Mat Chat: Sharing Jiu Jitsu

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Guard Retention

• Open Guard Standing

• Chair Sweep

B (Thur/Sat)

• Grip Breaking

• Open Guard Sitting

• Double Under Pass

Kids Intermediate:
Week 10 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Bearhug Escape (without arms)

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (single leg)

Kids Advanced:
Week 10 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Standing Seoi-nage

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (single leg)

Kids Competition Class:
Week 7 - Guard Passing - Establish Side Control

• Drill 1: Guard Pull to Sweep

• Drill 2: Sweep to Pass Sequence

• Drill 3: Pass to Submission

• Mat Chat: Staying Focused

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 4:

• Boxing: The Jab-Cross (“1-2”)

• Kickboxing: The Step Kick (Southpaw)

• Combo: Switch It Combo

• Mat Chat: Never Stop Learning. "Everyday I Learn and Grow!”

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

• Trap, Bridge, Roll

• Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 10

• Keylock from Top Control

• Trap, Bridge, Roll

• Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Hook Defense

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)

B (Thur/Sat)

• Osoto Gari

• Kimura Lock from Side Control

• Kimura Lock from North-South

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!”

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)

• Osoto Gari****

• Kimura Lock from Side Control****

• Kimura Lock from North-South

B (Thurs-Sat)

• Hook Defense*

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)****

* One Stipe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes 
**** Four Stripes

White Belt Must Know

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 

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

• Bearhug Escape (without arms)

• Mat Chat: Weaknesses

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 9

• Bearhug Escape (without arms)

• Bearhug Escape (with arms)

• Mat Chat: Weaknesses

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Head Lock Escape (lean forward)

• Head Lock Escape (lean backward)

• Transition from Side to Top Control

B (Thur/Sat)

• Standing Head Lock Defense (no strikes)

• Side Control Escape (belt grip)

• Side Control Escape (single leg)

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!”

Adult Program Curriculum - 8/10/25

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)

• Standing Head Lock Defense (no strikes)***

• Side Control Escape (belt grip)**

• Side Control Escape (single leg)****

B (Thurs-Sat)

• Head Lock Escape (lean forward)

• Head Lock Escape (lean backward)

• Transition from Side to Top Control

* One Stipe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes 
**** Four Stripes

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 13:

• Lapel Chokes from Half Guard

Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 13:

• 50/50 Guard Passing

Adult Gi Advanced:

• 50/50 Legs Locks Systemized

NoGi Advanced:

• Review Straight Jacket System and Rear Triangle

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

Tom Cronin Workshop

• When: Monday, August 11th @6PM

• Gi Workshop–No Experience Necessary

Teens Workshop With Coach Dom

• (17 and Under)

• When: Sunday, August 17th @11AM

• REGISTER ➭ HERE

John Kats NoGi Workshop

• When: Saturday, August 23rd @11:30AM

Annual RŌL Picnic - SAVE THE DATE
When: Saturday September 13th