Adult Program Curriculum - 2/1/26

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 Defense 

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

• Top Control Escape (post counter) - Knee Inside

B (Thur/Sat)

• Jab Defense*

• Top Control Escape (post counter) - Hip Escape

• Cross Choke from Top Control

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 9:

• Grip Fighting and Half Guard Retention

Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 9:

• Tani Otoshi and Under-hook Control from Half Guard

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• Intro to Spider Guard

Striking with Coach Johnny -  Week 3:

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

• Kickboxing: Cross-Lead Kick - Walking Round Kick

• Combo: Dutch Drill - Part 1

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

Coach Pete Side Control Workshop (Gi)

• When: Feb 7th @ 11

FULL EVENT LIST HERE

Kids Program Curriculum - 2/1/26

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

• Mat Chat:  Winning

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 1

• Hook Defense

• Mat Chat: Winning

Teens Fundamentals:
A

• Single Leg Take Down Defense 

• Top Control Escape (trap, bridge and roll)

• Top Control Escape (post counter) - Knee Inside

B

• Jab Defense

• Top Control Escape (post counter) - Hip Escape

• Cross Choke from Top Control

Kids Intermediate:
Week 2 - Guard - Sweeps

• Takedown: Guard Pull

• Scissor Sweep

• Pendulum Sweep

Kids Competition Class:
Week 13 

• Takedown Defense

• Mat Chat: Don’t Look - Listen

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 2

• Boxing: The Cross

• Kickboxing: The Step Kick

• Combo: The Switch It Combo

• Mat Chat: Get Out of Your Own Way

Adult Program Curriculum - 1/25/26

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 Collar Grips

• Hip-in Guard Pass**

• Tripod Sweep from Guard***

B (Thur/Sat)

• Single Leg Take Down from Clinch***

• Scissor Sweep from Guard***

• Tripod Pass from Half Guard

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 8:

• S-Mount Attacks from Chokes to Arm Locks

Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 8:

• S-Mount Attacks from Chokes to Arm Locks

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• Lasso Review and System Review

Striking with Coach Johnny -  Week 2:

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

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

• Combo: Two-Thirty Drill

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

UFC NIGHT

• When: Saturday January 24th

• Bring a Dish to share!

Coach Pete Side Control Workshop (Gi)

• When: Feb 7th @ 11

FULL EVENT LIST HERE

Kids Program Curriculum - 1/25/26

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 14

• Guard Pull

• Bull-rider Pass

• Mat Chat:  Rules

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 14

• Guard Pull

• Hip-in Pass

• Mat Chat: Rules

Teens Fundamentals:
A

• Single Leg Take Down from Collar Grips

• Hip-in Guard Pass

• Tripod Sweep from Guard

B

• Single Leg Take Down from Clinch

• Scissor Sweep from Guard

• Tripod Pass from Half Guard

Kids Intermediate:
Week 1 - Guard - Sweeps

• Takedown: Guard Pull

• Tripod Sweep

• Chair Sweep

Kids Competition Class:
Week 13  - Playing for Points

• Mat Chat: Understanding Points

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 2

• Boxing: The Jab

• Kickboxing: Rear Round Kick - Southpaw

• Combo: The Sticks Combo

• Mat Chat: Decide Your Goals

Kids Program Curriculum - 1/18/26

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 13

• Chair Sweep

• Mat Chat: Being Responsible

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 13

• Open Guard Standing

• Chair Sweep

• Mat Chat: Being Responsible

Teens Fundamentals:
A

• Grip Breaking

• Open Guard Sitting

• Double Under Pass

B

• Guard Retention

• Open Guard Standing

• Chair Sweep

Kids Intermediate:
Week 32 - Top Control - Submissions

• Takedown: Single Leg Takedown (lift & drive)

• Arm-in Choke from Top Control

• Triangle Choke from Top Control

Kids Competition Class:
Week 11  - Playing for Points

• Mat Chat: Understanding Points

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 1

• Boxing: Stance, Guard, Movement

• Kickboxing: Roundkick (Fundamentals)

• Combo: The Sticks Combo

• Mat Chat: How You Think Is Everything

Adult Program Curriculum - 1/18/26

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 (Thur/Sat)

• Guard Retention*

• Open Guard Standing**

• Chair Sweep

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 7:

• Deeper Understanding of Deep Half Guard

Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 7:

• Deeper Understanding of Deep Half Guard

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• Passing Lasso Guard pt 2

Striking with Coach Johnny -  Week 1:

• Boxing: Stance, Guard, Movement, Gallop Step

• Kickboxing: Round Kick (Fundamentals)

• Combo: The Back-Em Up Drill

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

RŌL FAMILY OUTING

• When: Sunday 1/18 from 3-7pm (show up when you can)

• Where: Winter Wonderland Ice Rink (15600 West Ave. & Fun Drive, Orland Park, IL 60462)

• (ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN FEES ASSOCIATED WITH ICE SKATING)

• MORE INFO HERE

UFC NIGHT

• When: Saturday January 24th

• Bring a Dish to share!

FULL EVENT LIST HERE

Instructors and Coaches - If you could go back in time and have a conversation with your white belt self, what would you tell yourself about the journey ahead?


🤔💭

Kids Program Curriculum - 1/11/26

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

• Scissor Sweep

• Mat Chat:  Strengths

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 11

• Scissor Sweep

• Open Guard Sitting

• Mat Chat: Strengths

Teens Fundamentals:
A

• Osoto Gari

• Kimura Lock from Side Control

• Kimura Lock from North-South

B 

• Hook Defense

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)

Kids Intermediate:
Week 31 - Top Control - Submissions

• Takedown: Single Leg Takedown (lift & drive)

• Keylock From Top Control

• Straight Arm Lock from Top Control

Kids Competition Class:
Week 12  - Playing for Points

• Mat Chat: Understanding Points

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 12

• Boxing: Numbers (1-5)

• Kickboxing: Numbers w/ Round Kicks

• Combo: The Bas Combo

• Mat Chat: Traits of Leaders

👉 ANNOUNCEMENTS HERE 

👉 FULL EVENT LIST HERE

Adult Program Curriculum - 1/11/26

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 (Thur/Sat)

• Hook Defense*

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)****

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 7:

• Double Leg Takedowns

• S-Mount Escapes and Deep Half Guard

Adult NoGi Intermediate with Professor Thomas - Week 7:

• Double Leg Takedowns

• Attacks from Top Control - chaining submissions

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• Passing Lasso Guard

Striking with Coach Johnny -  Week 12:

• Boxing: Back 'em Up Drill, KO Drill

• Kickboxing: Block/Parry/Counter Front Kicks and Round Kicks

• Combo: The Bas Combo

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

CHILI POTLUCK

• When: TOMORROW - Saturday, January 11, 2026 AFTER OPEN MAT

• Bring your favorite Chili, share with everyone, train a little and have fun. We will select the best one after the Open Training

RŌL FAMILY OUTING - ICE SKATING

• When: Sunday 1/18 from 3-7pm (show up when you can)

• Where: Winter Wonderland Ice Rink (15600 West Ave. & Fun Drive, Orland Park, IL 60462)

• (ALL PARTICIPANTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN FEES ASSOCIATED WITH ICE SKATING)

• MORE INFO HERE

UFC NIGHT

• When: Saturday January 24th

• Where: RŌL Academy

• Bring a Dish to share!

FULL EVENT LIST HERE

Whats a great way to get your child/student motivated to continue training Jiu Jitsu when they don't want to come? 🤔💭