We’re excited to announce that RŌL Academy will be walking in the Orland Park Christmas Parade and attending the Tree Lighting Ceremony on Sunday, November 30, 2025!

All students are invited to participate. Please have your child bundle up, stay warm, and tie their Jiu Jitsu belt around their coat or even layer up with the Gi so they can proudly represent RŌL Academy during the parade.

A parade participation waiver is required. Please stop by the office and complete the form NO LATER THAN MONDAY, 11/24. Do not wait—spots fill quickly, and we want to make sure your child is signed up to walk with us!

Drop-Off Information:
Time: 3:00–3:30pm
Location: Orland Park Police Department
Parade Position #: 23

Please Note: Parents/guardians must park and accompany children to parade staging Location (Orland Park Police Department)

Event Schedule:
• 3:00pm – Parade Staging
• 4:00pm – Parade Start
• 5:00pm – Tree Lighting Ceremony

We can’t wait to celebrate the season together with our RŌL community!

We are also inviting students to help decorate our RŌL Academy Parade Tree! Stop by the office to pick up a paper ornament for your child to decorate. Please return decorated ornaments to the office no later than 11/24 so we can display them at the event!

MORE EVENT INFORMATION HERE

Kids Program Curriculum - 11/23/25

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

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag over)

• Arm Lock from Top Control

• Mat Chat: Sharing Jiu Jitsu

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Double Leg Take Down

• Arm Lock from Top Control

• Key Lock from Top Control

B (Thurs)

• Bear Hug Take Down

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag step over)

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag inside hook)

Kids Intermediate:
Week 24 - Back Control - Turtle

• Takedown: Double Leg Takedown

• Turtle Escape (turtle trap and roll)

• Anaconda Choke

Kids Competition Class:
Week 5  - Side Control - Offense

• Mat Chat: Importance of Flow

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week: 5

• Boxing: Parrying Straight Punches & Synch-Up Flow

• Kickboxing: The Switch Kick

• Combo: The Hemmers Combo

• Mat Chat: Be Persistent

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Adult Program Curriculum - 11/23/25

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)

• Double Leg Take Down

• Arm Lock from Top Control****

• Key Lock from Top Control****

B (Thur/Sat)

• Bear Hug Take Down

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag step over)

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag inside hook)

* One Stripe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes 
**** Four Stripes
White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 3:

• Toreando Passing

Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 3:

• Guard Open / Hip in Passing

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• A Deeper Dive into Saddle Based Leg Locks - Adding more Attacks

Striking with Coach Johnny:

• Boxing: Upper Cuts & Two-Punch Series w/ Double Jab

• Kickboxing: Cross-Lead Kick / Lead Hook-Rear Kick

• Combo: The Sticks Combo

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

THANKSGIVING SCHEDULE

• 11/27 9AM OPEN MAT (ALL REGULAR CLASSES CANCELLED)

• 11/28 ACADEMY IS CLOSED

POST-THANKSGIVING WORKOUT WITH COACH RAJ!

• When: Friday, November 28th at 10:00 AM

• REGISTER HERE

Kids Program Curriculum - 11/16/25

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

• Trap, Bridge, Roll

• Keylock from Top Control

• Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Jab Defense

• Top Control Escape (post counter) - Hip Escape

• Cross Choke from Top Control

B (Thur/Sat)

• Single Leg Take Down Defense 

• Top Control Escape (trap, bridge and roll)

• Top Control Escape (post counter) - Knee Inside

Kids Intermediate:
Week 23 - Back Control - Turtle

• Takedown: Double Leg Takedown

• Sprawl to Turtle

• Transition from Turtle to Back Control

Kids Competition Class:
Week 4:

• Side Control - Defense

• Mat Chat: Importance of Flow

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week: 5

• Boxing: Jab-Cross

• Kickboxing: The Step Kick - Southpaw

• Combo: The Switch It Combo

• Mat Chat: Never Stop Learning

Adult Program Curriculum - 11/16/25

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)

• Jab Defense*

• Top Control Escape (post counter) - Hip Escape

• Cross Choke from Top Control

B (Thur/Sat)

• Single Leg Take Down Defense 

• Top Control Escape (trap, bridge and roll)**

• Top Control Escape (post counter) - Knee Inside

* One Stripe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes 
**** Four Stripes

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 2:

• Lapel Chokes and Attacks

Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 2:

• Opening Guard Standing and X-guard

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• A Deeper Dive into Saddle Based Leg Locks

Striking with Coach Johnny:

• Boxing: Parrying Straight Punches & Synch Up Flow

• Kickboxing: Blocking Round Kicks / Numbers with Round Kick

• Combo: Dutch Drill - Complete

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

THANKSGIVING SCHEDULE

• 11/27 9AM OPEN MAT (ALL REGULAR CLASSES CANCELLED)

• 11/28 ACADEMY IS CLOSED

POST-THANKSGIVING WORKOUT WITH COACH RAJ!

• When: Friday, November 28th at 10:00 AM

• REGISTER HERE

Kids Program Curriculum - 11/9/25

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)

• Back Control Escape (bridge)

• Mat Chat: Weaknesses

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Single Leg Take Down from Clinch

• Scissor Sweep from Guard

• Tripod Pass from Half Guard

B (Thur/Sat)

• Single Leg Take Down from Collar Grips

• Hip-in Guard Pass

• Tripod Sweep from Guard

Kids Intermediate:
Week 22 - Back Control Submissions

• Takedown: Headlock Escape (with strikes)

• Arm Behind the Head Choke

• Bottom Lapel Choke

• NOGI - Rear Naked Choke

Kids Competition Class:
Week 2  - Top Control - Offensive

• Mat Chat: Dominant Positions

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week: 3  

• Boxing: The Cross

• Kickboxing: The Step Kick

• Combo: The Switch It Combo

• Mat Chat: Take Action

Adult Program Curriculum - 11/9/25

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)

• Single Leg Take Down from Clinch***

• Scissor Sweep from Guard***

• Tripod Pass from Half Guard

B (Thur/Sat)

• Single Leg Take Down from Collar Grips

• Hip-in Guard Pass**

• Tripod Sweep from Guard***

* One Stripe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes 
**** Four Stripes

White Belt Must Know


Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 1:

• Sit-up Guard Sweeps

Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 1:

• Triangle Chokes

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• Defending the Saddle - How can you shut down your opponent

Striking with Coach Johnny:

• Boxing: Hooks (Lead - Rear) - Single Punch Series

• Kickboxing: Cross-Lead Kick - Walking Round Kick

• Combo: Dutch Drill - Part 1

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

PROMOTION CEREMONY

• When: Saturday, November 15th @ 11AM

Kids Program Curriculum - 11/2/25

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 8

• Rear Naked Choke

• Mat Chat: Trust

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 8

• Rear Naked Choke

• RNC defense (pull back)

• Mat Chat: Trust

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 21 - Back Control Submissions

• Takedown: Headlock Escape (with strikes)

• Rear Naked Choke

• Bottom Lapel Choke

Kids Competition Class:
Week 1  - Top Control 

• Defensive Approach

• Mat Chat: Defending Without Panic

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week: 2 

• Boxing: The Jab

• Kickboxing: Rear Round Kick - Southpaw

• Combo: The Sticks Combo

• Mat Chat: Decide Your Goals

  
  

Adult Program Curriculum - 11/2/25

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)

• Guard Retention*

• Open Guard Standing**

• Chair Sweep

B (Thur/Sat)

• Grip Breaking

• Open Guard Sitting**

• Double Under Pass**

* One Stripe
** Two Stripes
***Three Stripes 
**** Four Stripes

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 26:

• Leg Locks Continued

Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 26:

• Leg Locks Continued

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• Review Saddle Entries +  Attacks including Heel Hooks

Striking with Coach Johnny:

• Boxing: Straight Punches (Jab - Cross) - Numbers (1-4)

• Kickboxing: Body Kicks on Thai Pads - Two Punch Series

• Combo: Two-Thirty Drill

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

!! NO ADULT CLASS 11/8 !!

PROMOTION CEREMONY

• When: Saturday, November 15th @ 11AM

Adult Program Curriculum - 10/26/25

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)

• 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
  
  * One Stripe
  ** Two Stripes
  ***Three Stripes 
  **** Four Stripes

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 25:

• Ankle Lock entries and setups

Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 25:

• Ankle Lock and Heel Hook combos

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• Introduction to the Saddle Position

Striking with Coach Johnny:

Week 1

• Boxing: Stance, Guard, Movement, Gallop Step

• Kickboxing: Rear Round Kick Fundamentals, Hip Rotation Drill, Leg

• Combo: The Back'Em Up Combo

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

HALLOWEEN SCHEDULE

• 10/31 ALL MORNING CLASSES RUN AS SCHEDULED

• 10/31 ALL EVENING CLASSES CANCELLED

PROMOTION CEREMONY

• When: Saturday, November 15th @ 11AM