Kids Program Curriculum - 11/18/24

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

• Chest Grip Escape (up-grip)

Kids All Levels:

Week 2

• Chest Grip Escape (up-grip)

• Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near)

Kids Intermediate:

Week 2

• Takedown: Grip Break to Single Leg Takedown

• Arm Drag to Bearhug Takedown

• Headlock Escape (no strikes)

Kids Advanced:

Week 2

• Takedown: Ouchi Gari

• Top Control Attacks (Arm Locks)

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🦃 Thanksgiving Schedule

Thursday November 28th:

•  Classes Canceled 

Friday November 29th:

• Classes Canceled

Adult Program Curriculum - 11/18/24

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)

• Single Leg from Collar Grips

• Reset the Guard

• Hip-in Guard Pass

B (Thu-Sat)

• Single Leg from Clinch

• Scissor Sweep from Guard

• Tripod Sweep from Guard

Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels

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Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 2:

• Takedown: Arm Drag to Rear Clinch Knee Pinch

• Open Guard Standing (2 on 1)

• Open Guard Standing (bicep control)

• Hammer Lock Guard Pass

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 2:

• Takedown: Arm Drags

• Lapel Choke from Guard

• Triangle Chokes from Guard

• Arm Locks from Guard

Adult Gi Advanced:

• Saddle Defense

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

👊 Ground and Pound Workshop with Mike Jankun

• When: Saturday, November 23rd at 11AM

• Where: ROL Academy

• NOGI Uniform

🦃 Thanksgiving Schedule:

Thursday, November 28th:

• Classes Canceled 

• 9AM Open Mat

Friday, November 29th:

• Classes Canceled

• 11AM Post-Thanksgiving TacFit

Kids Program Curriculum - 11/11/24

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

• Hook Defense

Kids All Levels: Week 1

• Clinch to Single Leg Takedown

• Single Leg Takedown Defense

Kids Intermediate: Week 1

• Takedown: Double Leg Takedown

• Sprawl to Back Control

• Sprawl Escape (sit out from turtle)

Kids Advanced: Week 1

• Takedown: Osoto Gari

• Top Control Escapes

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🗓️New Schedule - Nov 11

• VIEW NEW SCHEDULE

🥫 Food Drive 

• Non perishable items needed! There is a drop off box inside the lobby!

Adult Program Curriculum - 11/11/24

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)

• Guard Pull

• Open Guard Sitting

• Double Under Pass

B (Thu-Sat)

• Guard Retention

• Open Guard Standing

• Chair Sweep

Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels

• CHECK IT OUT

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 1:

• Takedown: Arm Drags

• Sit-up / Butterfly Guard Sweep

• Spider / Lasso Sweeps from Guard

• Lapel Sweeps from Guard

Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 1:

• Takedown: Arm Drag to Rear Clinch Mat Return

• Triangle Choke from Guard

• Arm Lock from Guard

• Transition from Guard to Back Control

Adult Gi Advanced:

• Introduction to saddle

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🗓️New Schedule - Nov 11

• VIEW NEW SCHEDULE

🎓 RŌL Graduation Event

• When: Saturday, November 16th @ 11AM

• Where: RŌL Academy

🥫 Food Drive 

• Non perishable items needed! There is a drop off box inside the lobby!

Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 11/4/24

Gi All Levels

Welcome to week #14 - Week 14 in All Levels is all about mastering the fundamentals of guillotine control and defense! We'll start with Tackle Defense, introducing the Guillotine as an effective counter. From there, we’ll work on standing guillotine defense, followed by breaking down defense techniques from within the guard. These skills will build a strong foundation for both offense and defense in close-contact situations. Looking forward to seeing you on the mats!

• Tackle Defense - Guillotine

• Guillotine Defense Standing

• Guillotine Defense from the Guard

Gi Intermediate

Week 9: Back Control - For Week 9 in Gi Intermediate, we’re continuing with Turtle Choke Attacks. This week, students will explore effective setups and transitions from the turtle position to initiate choke attacks. We’ll cover concepts to establish control, create openings, and secure submission opportunities, ensuring a solid understanding of maintaining a dominant position while looking for finishes. Join us for an intensive week of training to add to your offensive game from the turtle position!

• Continuing Turtle Choke Attacks Concepts

Gi Advanced

Week 18 -  In Week 18 of Adult Gi Advanced, we're diving into the realm of leg locks! This session will introduce key leg lock principles, focusing on safe entries, control points, and mechanics. Students will learn to recognize leg lock opportunities, set up entries, and establish secure control for successful submissions. This week promises to add a new layer to your grappling skill set—get ready to take your game to the next level!

• Introduction to Leg Locks

NoGi Intermediate

Join us for week #13 - In NoGi Intermediate for Week 13, we’re advancing through a series of transitions and counters from half guard. We’ll start with the Over/Under Pass from Top Half, focusing on keeping control while progressing to a dominant position. Then, we’ll work on the sneaky, no risk Over/Under Knee Bar from Top Half. Finally, we'll get into the Butterfly Sweep from Bottom Half as a way to get back to top control. Join us for a technical session focused on control, defense, and fluid movement!

• Over/Under Pass from Top Half

• Over/Under Knee Bar from Top Half

• Butterfly Sweep from Bottom Half

NoGi Advanced

Week 9 -  Top Half Guard - Beating the Knee Shield

• Beating the upper body frames

• Head and Arm Tripod Pass to Side Control

• Head and Arm Tripod Pass to Mount

Striking

Muaythai Curriculum - Footwork Series Week 8

• Quarter Turn and Reverse Quarter Turn Combinations and Counter

Stand and Drill

Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:

• Final week of Foot Sweeps 

No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!

Womens 

Welcome to week #19 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next.

• Ouchi Gari

• Open Guard Sitting 

• Bread Cutter Choke

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🗓️New Schedule

• When: November 11th

• VIEW NEW SCHEDULE

🎓 RŌL Adult Graduation Event

• When: Saturday, November 16th @ 11AM

• Where: RŌL Academy

🥫 Food Drive 

• Non perishable items needed! There is a drop off box inside the lobby!

📋White Belt Must Know 

• Review now

Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels

CHECK IT OUT

This week for ROL KIDS!  11/4/24

Little Kids

Welcome to week #14 - In Week 14 of Little Kids class, we’ll be focusing on the Bull Rider Pass! This fun and powerful movement will help our young students learn how to move around their partner’s guard with control and confidence. We’ll focus on balance, positioning, and making the pass effective while keeping it exciting and engaging. Looking forward to a fantastic week on the mats!

• Bull Rider Pass

Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #14 - Welcome to Week 14 for our All Levels Kids class! This week, we’re diving into Open Guard techniques, starting with strong positioning from a standing stance. We'll also explore the Bull Rider Pass, giving students tools to navigate and pass guard effectively. Get ready for an exciting week of learning and movement on the mats!

• Open Guard Standing

• Bull Rider Pass

Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #15 - Week 15 in our Kids Intermediate class is all about building confidence and control! We'll be starting with the Double Leg Takedown, a powerful way to transition to top position. Then, we'll focus on securing and applying the Key Lock from Top Control, a fundamental submission that builds precision and control. Get ready for an action-packed week of skills and technique!

• Double Leg Takedown

• Key Lock from Top Control

Kids Advanced

Join us for week #15 - Welcome to Week 15 of Kids Advanced! This week, we're focusing on Takedowns. Students will develop their ability to control and take opponents to the ground with a variety of effective techniques. By honing their takedown skills, they'll gain confidence in initiating the match and establishing dominant positions. Get ready for a week of strength, technique, and dynamic movements!

• Takedowns

Mat Chat Topic: Rules

Game of the week: Jiu Jitsu Relay Races

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🎓 RŌL Kids Graduation Event

• When: November 9th @ 9AM

• Where: ROL Academy

(make sure to arrive in your gi’s with your belts!)

🗓️New Schedule

• When: November 11

• VIEW NEW SCHEDULE

Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 10/28/24

Gi All Levels

Welcome to week #13 - In Week 13 for Adult All Levels, we’ll be zeroing in on both escapes and submissions from back control. Students will first work on the Back Control Escape using a single-leg transition, building a solid foundation to regain position. Next, we'll dive into two powerful submissions: the Rear Naked Choke (RNC) and the Arm Behind the Head Choke, both great techniques to finish strong when controlling an opponent’s back. Prepare for a comprehensive week of escapes and finishes!

• Back Control Escape (single leg)

• Rear Naked Choke (RNC)

• Arm Behind the Head Choke

Gi Intermediate

Week 8: Back Control - For Week 8 in Gi Intermediate, we’re diving into Turtle Choke Attacks. This week, students will explore effective setups and transitions from the turtle position to initiate choke attacks. We’ll cover concepts to establish control, create openings, and secure submission opportunities, ensuring a solid understanding of maintaining a dominant position while looking for finishes. Join us for an intensive week of training to add to your offensive game from the turtle position!

• Turtle Choke Attacks Concepts

Gi Advanced

Week 17 -  In Week 17 of Gi Advanced, we're focusing on Spider Lasso Sweeps. This week, students will work on integrating the spider lasso grip to create angles, break opponent posture, and set up powerful sweep options. We’ll dive into techniques to off-balance your opponent and transition into effective sweeps, maintaining control and readiness for follow-up attacks. This is a great week to refine dynamic guard work and elevate your sweeping skills!

• Spider Lasso Sweeps

NoGi Intermediate

Join us for week #13 - In NoGi Intermediate for Week 13, we’re advancing through a series of transitions and counters from half guard. We’ll start with the Weave Pass from Top Half, focusing on keeping control while progressing to a dominant position. Then, we’ll work on the Knee Lever Recovery from Bottom Half, giving you a reliable way to regain positioning and set up attacks. Finally, the Pinch Headlock to Back from Bottom Half will offer a smooth transition to secure back control. Join us for a technical session focused on control, defense, and fluid movement!

• Weave Pass from Top Half

• Knee Lever Recovery from Bottom Half

• Pinch Headlock to Back from Bottom Half

NoGi Advanced

Block 4 - Top Half Guard - Beating the Knee Shield

• Week 8 - Passing

  • Beating the upper body frames

  • Head and arm tripod pass

Striking

Muaythai Curriculum - Footwork Series Week 7

• Cross Check Defense

• Concepts and Combos

Stand and Drill

Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:

• Final week of Foot Sweeps 

No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!

Womens 

Welcome to week #18 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next.

• Head Lock Escape (bend-down)

• S-Mount Lapel Choke

• S-Mount Escape

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🗓️New Schedule - Nov 11

• VIEW NEW SCHEDULE

🎓 RŌL Graduation Event

• When: Saturday, November 16th @ 11AM

• Where: RŌL Academy

🥫 Food Drive 

• Non perishable items needed! There is a drop off box inside the lobby!

📋White Belt Must Know 

• Review now

Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels

CHECK IT OUT

This week for ROL KIDS!  10/28/24

Little Kids

Welcome to week #13 - In Little Kids class for Week 13, we’re introducing the Guard Pull! This foundational movement helps students safely bring their opponent to the ground and gain control. It’s an exciting skill to build confidence and improve coordination.

• Guard Pull

Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #13 - For Week 13 in All Levels, we're focusing on the Guard Pull and the Tripod Sweep. Students will start by learning how to pull guard effectively, creating a strong position from the start. From there, we'll move into the Tripod Sweep, teaching control and balance to set up future attacks or transitions. It's a week full of essential groundwork skills—get ready to elevate your guard game!

• Guard Pull

• Tripod Sweep

Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #14 - Welcome to Week 14 of Kids Intermediate! This week, students will be working on two powerful techniques: the Osoto-gari, a classic judo throw, and the Ezekiel Choke from Top Control. The combination of learning how to take opponents down and applying a strong submission from a dominant position will sharpen both their takedown and finishing skills. It's going to be an action-packed week on the mats!

• Osoto-gari

• Ezekiel Choke from Top Control

Kids Advanced

Join us for week #13 - Welcome to Week 13 of Kids Advanced! This week, we're focusing on Takedowns. Students will develop their ability to control and take opponents to the ground with a variety of effective techniques. By honing their takedown skills, they'll gain confidence in initiating the match and establishing dominant positions. Get ready for a week of strength, technique, and dynamic movements!

• Takedowns

Mat Chat Topic: Tails

Game of the week: Being Respectful

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🎓 RŌL Kids Graduation Event - SAVE THE DATE

• When: November 9th @ 9AM

• Where: ROL Academy

(make sure to arrive in your gi’s with your belts!)

This week for ROL KIDS!  10/21/24

Little Kids

Welcome to week #12 - In Week 12 of the Little Kids class, the focus will be on the Kimura Bump. This fundamental technique will help students learn how to create space and transition from a defensive position to an offensive attack. It’s a great move for building confidence and control on the mats. Let’s get ready for an exciting week of learning and fun!

• Kimura Bump

Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #12 - Welcome to Week 12 of the Kids All Levels class! This week, we'll be diving into two key techniques: the Scissor Sweep and Open Guard Sitting. The Scissor Sweep will help students transition from the bottom position to a more dominant one, while Open Guard Sitting builds a solid foundation for both offense and defense. It’s going to be an exciting week filled with skill development and fun on the mats!

• Scissor Sweep

• Open Guard Sitting

Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #14 - Welcome to Week 14 of Kids Intermediate! This week, students will be working on two powerful techniques: the Osoto-gari, a classic judo throw, and the Ezekiel Choke from Top Control. The combination of learning how to take opponents down and applying a strong submission from a dominant position will sharpen both their takedown and finishing skills. It's going to be an action-packed week on the mats!

• Osoto-gari

• Ezekiel Choke from Top Control

Kids Advanced

Join us for week #12 - Welcome to Week 12 of Kids Advanced! This week, we're focusing on Takedowns. Students will develop their ability to control and take opponents to the ground with a variety of effective techniques. By honing their takedown skills, they'll gain confidence in initiating the match and establishing dominant positions. Get ready for a week of strength, technique, and dynamic movements!

• Takedowns

Mat Chat Topic: Bulldogs

Game of the week: Strengths

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🎓 RŌL Kids Graduation Event - SAVE THE DATE

• When: November 9th @ 9AM

• Where: ROL Academy

  (make sure to arrive in your gi’s with your belts!)

Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 10/21/24

Gi All Levels

Welcome to week #12 - This week, we’re focusing on transitions and control from the guard. We’ll start by practicing the transition from Guard to Back Control, followed by escaping back control with the bridge technique. Finally, we’ll wrap up the session by refining the Top Lapel Choke from Back Control. Join us for a technical week of building control and submissions!

• Transition from Guard to Back Control

• Back Control Escape (bridge)

• Top Lapel Choke from Back Control

Gi Intermediate

Week 6: Back Control - In Gi Intermediate for Week 6, we’re focusing on escaping from one of the most dominant positions: Back Control. Students will work on several back control escape techniques, learning how to break free and regain control of the match. This week’s training will emphasize proper defense, posture, and movement to help you stay safe and escape effectively from back control. Be ready to refine your defense and improve your ability to turn the tide during tough situations!

• Back Control Escapes

Gi Advanced

Week 16 -  In Adult Gi Advanced for Week 16, we’re diving into Spider Guard with a focus on utilizing the Lasso Hook. This week, we’ll work on establishing strong grips and controlling your opponent’s posture, while incorporating the Lasso Hook to set up sweeps and submissions. You’ll learn how to maintain control, create openings, and execute attacks from this versatile guard. Prepare for a technical and challenging session that will elevate your Spider Guard game!

• Spider Guard with Lasso Hook

NoGi Intermediate

Join us for week #11 - In Adult NoGi Intermediate for Week 11, we’ll be working from Half Guard.  We'll start with a sneaky transition from bottom half guard to the back utilizing the Arm Pass By.  Then we'll get into the Knee Lever, aka The John Wayne Sweep.  We'll cap it off with a pressure pass from top half guard known as the Head and Arm Tripod Pass.  

• Arm Pass By from Bottom Half

• Knee Lever Sweep from Bottom Half

• Head and Arm Tripod Pass from Top Half

NoGi Advanced

Week 6 -  Top Half Guard - Beating the Knee Shield

• Overback Position to Reverse Underhook

• Back stepping with Scoop Grip

• Spin the Leg

Striking

Kickboxing Curriculum - Footwork Series Week 6

• Kickboxing

• Triangle/Shuffle Step Combinations and Counters

Stand and Drill

Level-up your stand up game this week as we will be going over:

• Foot Sweeps

No need to feel apprehensive about starting on your feet - Let’s grow that confidence together - See you on the mats!

Womens 

Welcome to week #17 - This week in Women's class, we have an effective and powerful sequence to go over, each technique seamlessly flowing into the next.

• Head Lock Escape (bend-down)

• S-Mount Lapel Choke

• S-Mount Escape

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🗓️ New Schedule - Nov 11

• VIEW NEW SCHEDULE

🎓 RŌL Graduation Event - SAVE THE DATE

• When: Saturday, November 16th @ 11AM

• Where: RŌL Academy

📋White Belt Must Know - 

• Review now

Want to add a little more to your Jiu Jitsu? Check out this video that nicely compliments this week's techniques in ALL Levels

CHECK IT OUT