Kids Program Curriculum - 9/28/25

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 2

• Bearhug Take Down

• Mat Chat: Decisions and Choices

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 2

• Arm Drag

• Bearhug Take Down

• Mat Chat: Decisions and Choices

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Guillotine Defense Standing

• Kimura Lock from Guard

• Kimura Bump from Guard

B (Thur/Sat)

• Guillotine Defense from Guard

• Cross Choke from Guard

• Baseball Choke from Guard

Kids Intermediate:
Week 15 - Side Control Submissions

• Takedown: Arm Drag to Bearhug Takedown

• Arm in Choke from Side Control

• Kimura Lock from North-South

• Arm in Choke from Side Control for NoGI Continued

Kids Advanced:
Week 15 - Side Control Submissions

• Takedown: Arm Drag to Bearhug Takedown

• Arm in Choke from Side Control

• Clock Choke from Knee on Belly

Kids Competition Class:
Week 12 - Knee on Belly - Control with Pressure

• Drill 1: Knee on Belly Switch

• Drill 2: Knee on Belly Arm Lock - Control with Pressure

• Drill 3: Knee on Belly Hold  

• Mat Chat: Pressure vs. Control

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week : 9

• Boxing: Single Punch Series (1-4)

• Kickboxing: Hook -> Round Kick (Body) aka "Lumberjacks"

• Combo: The Dekkers

• Mat Chat: Talk it Out, Work it Out.

Adult Program Curriculum - 9/28/25

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)

• Guillotine Defense Standing****

• Kimura Lock from Guard

• Kimura Bump from Guard

B (Thur/Sat)

• Guillotine Defense from Guard

• Cross Choke from Guard

• Baseball Choke from Guard

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 21:

• Side Control Escapes

Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 21:

• Side Control Escapes

Adult Gi Study with Professor Russ:

• Passing Spider Guard

Adult NoGi Study with Coach John:

• North South Kimura. Trapping the bottom arm and the Kimura/side triangle dilemma - continued

Striking:

• Boxing: Single Punch Series (1-4)

• Kickboxing: Hook -> Round Kick (Body) aka "Lumberjacks"

• Combo: The Dekkers

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

TAP CANCER OUT SUNDAY COMPETITION CLASSES

• When: Sundays at 6pm up until the Oct 11th Competition

JESSE WALKER SEMINAR

• When: Saturday, October 4th

TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION

• When: Saturday, October 11th

• Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion in Oak Lawn

• Register HERE

Kids Program Curriculum - 9/21/25

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 2

• Arm Lock Escape (hitchhiker)

• Mat Chat: Disappointment

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 2

• Chest Grip Escape (up grip)

• Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near)

• Arm Lock Escape (hitchhiker)

• Mat Chat: Disappointment

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Tackle Defense

• Guillotine Choke from Guard

• Triangle Choke from Guard

B (Thur/Sat)

• Kick-up from Guard

• Arm Lock from Guard

• Pendulum Sweep from Guard

Kids Intermediate:
Week 15 - Side Control Submissions

• Takedown: Arm Drag to Bearhug Takedown

• Kimura Lock from Side Control

• Bread Cutter Choke for GI

• Arm in Choke from Side Control for NoGI

Kids Advanced:
Week 15 - Side Control Submissions

• Takedown: Arm Drag to Bearhug Takedown

• Kimura Lock from Side Control

• Bread Cutter Choke

Kids Competition Class:
Week 12 - Escaping - Escape to Guard or Top

• Drill 1: Top Control Escape (trap, bridge, roll)

• Drill 2: Side Control Escape (re-guard)

• Drill 3: Back Control Escape (bridge) - Keep Hooks

• Mat Chat: Mental Preparation

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week : 8

• Boxing: Overhand Punch

• Kickboxing: Low Kick-Switch Body Kick

• Combo: The Holland Combo

• Mat Chat: Be Brave, Be Different. “I create new paths!”

Adult Program Curriculum - 9/21/25

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)

• Tackle Defense**

• Guillotine Choke from Guard

• Triangle Choke from Guard

B (Thur/Sat)

• Kick-up from Guard

• Arm Lock from Guard***

• Pendulum Sweep from Guard

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 20:

• Final Week from Turtle - Chokes and more

Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 20:

• Final Week from Turtle - Crucifix 

Adult Gi Advanced:

• Passing Butterfly Guard

NoGi Advanced:

• North South Kimura. Trapping the bottom arm and the Kimura/side triangle dilemma.

Striking:

• Boxing: Overhand Punch

• Kickboxing: Low Kick-Switch Body Kick

• Combo: The Holland Combo

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

PARKING LOT RESURFASSING TOMORROW & FOLLOWING MONDAY

• PLAN ACCORDINGLY

• ARRIVE EARLY

• PARKING IN THE BACK WILL BE AVAILABLE
  
  TAP CANCER OUT SUNDAY COMPETITION CLASSES

• When: Sundays at 6pm up until the Oct 11th Competition

Jesse Walker Seminar

• When: Saturday, October 4th @ 11:30

TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION

• When: Saturday, October 11th

• Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion in Oak Lawn

• Register HERE

Kids Program Curriculum - 9/14/25

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 1

• Clinch to Single Leg Take Down

• Mat Chat: Winning

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 1

• Clinch to Single Leg Take Down

• Mat Chat: Winning

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Bear Hug Take Down

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag step over)

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag inside hook)

B (Thur/Sat)

• Double Leg Take Down

• Arm Lock from Top Control

• Key Lock from Top Control

Kids Intermediate:
Week 14 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Hip Toss

• Side Control Escape (tricep push)

• Side Control Escape (belt grip)

Kids Advanced:
Week 14 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Hip Toss

• Side Control Escape (tricep push)

• Side Control Escape (belt grip)

Kids Competition Class:
Week 11 - Turtle - Take the Back

• Drill 1: Transition from Turtle to Back

• Drill 2: Turtle Hook Control 

• Drill 3: Turtle Escape (trap and roll)

• Mat Chat: Turning Defense to Offense

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week : 7

• Boxing: Lead/Rear Uppercuts

• Kickboxing: Round kicks on the Thai pads

• Combo: The Holland Combo

• Mat Chat: Focus. "I spend my time on what matters."

Adult Program Curriculum - 9/14/25

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)

• Bear Hug Take Down

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag step over)

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag inside hook)

B (Thur/Sat)

• Double Leg Take Down

• Arm Lock from Top Control****

• Key Lock from Top Control****

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 19:

• Escapes from Turtle

Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 19:

• Drilling from Turtle

Adult Gi Advanced:

• Passing Single Leg X

NoGi Advanced:

• Kimura Defense

Striking:

• Boxing: Lead/Rear Uppercuts

• Kickboxing: Round kicks on the Thai pads

• Combo: The Holland Combo

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

Fitness Challenge 

• When: Starting TOMORRROW

• Register HERE

Jesse Walker Seminar

• When: Saturday, October 4th

TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION

• When: Saturday, October 11th

• Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion in Oak Lawn

• Register HERE

Kids Program Curriculum - 9/7/25

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 14

• Guard Pull

• Bull-rider Pass

• Mat Chat: Rules

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 14

• Guard Pull

• Bull-rider Pass

• Mat Chat: Rules

Teens 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

Kids Intermediate:
Week 13 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Hip Toss

• Side Control Escape (hip control)

• Side Control Escape (butterfly hook to re-guard)

Kids Advanced:
Week 13 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Hip Toss

• Side Control Escape (hip control)

• Side Control Escape (butterfly hook to re-guard)

Kids Competition Class:
Week 10 - Scoring - Score and Hold

• Drill 1: 3-Second Control Drill

• Drill 2: Takedown to Pass 

• Drill 3: Sweep to Pass to Mount Circuit

• Mat Chat: Understanding Points

Kids/Teens Striking:
Week : 6

• Boxing: Hooks - Lead/Rear

• Kickboxing: Switch Kick (Southpaw)

• Combo: Hemmers Combo (8 Hooks)

• Mat Chat: Analyze the Details. "I pay attention. I look closely."

Adult Program Curriculum - 9/7/25

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 17:

• Crucifix Attacks

Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 17:

• Guillotine, Anaconda, D’arce chokes

Adult Gi Advanced:

• Guard Passing - Continued

NoGi Advanced:

• North south kimura’s: Breaking through partners defenses

Striking:

• Boxing: Hooks - Lead/Rear

• Kickboxing: Switch Kick (Southpaw)

• Combo: Hemmers Combo (8 Hooks)

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

Annual RŌL Picnic:

• When: Saturday September 13th 12-4 (Group Picture at 2:30)

• Where: Jaycee Grove Park - Tinley Park

TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION

• When: Saturday, October 11th

• Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion in Oak Lawn

• Register HERE

Adult Program Curriculum - 8/31/25

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

White Belt Must Know


Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 16:

• Back to Escapes

Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 16:

• Transitions out of Back Control to other Control Points

Adult Gi Advanced:

• Guard Passing - A Deeper Dive

NoGi Advanced:

• Kimura Finishing Mechanics

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

LABOR DAY SCHEDULE

• ALL CLASSES CANCELLED

• 9AM ADULT OPEN MAT

ROL FAMILY PICNIC

• When: Saturday September 13th from 12PM - 4PM

• Where: Jaycee grove Park in Tinley Park

• Group Photos @ 2:30pm

TAP CANCER OUT TEAM COMPETITION

• When: Saturday, October 11th

• Where: Oak Lawn Pavilion in Oak Lawn

• Register HERE

Kids Program Curriculum - 8/31/25

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:
With Kassidy Camargo - Tyler Lorek - Scott Tresch - Russell Usauskas - Bekah Bradshaw
Week 12

• Kimura Bump

• Mat Chat: Strengths

Kids Fundamentals:
With Peter Thanos - Bekah Bradshaw - Kassidy Camargo
Week 12

• Open Guard Sitting

• Scissor Sweep

• Mat Chat: Strengths

Teens Fundamentals:
With Kassidy Camargo - Tim Jurgovan
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

Kids Intermediate:
With Scott Tresch - Tim Jurgovan - Bekah Bradshaw - SAM SHALAKHTI
Week 11 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Single Leg Takedown

• Transition from Side to Top

• Transition from Side to Top (foot in)

Kids Advanced:
With Dom Adolfo
Week 11 - Side Control Escapes 

• Takedown: Single Leg Takedown

• Transition from Side to Top

• Transition from Side to Top (foot in)

Kids Competition Class:
With Scott Tresch
Week 8 - NO CLASS - TEAM COMPETITION

Kids/Teens Striking:
With John Zapala - Tyler Lorek
Week 4:

• Boxing: Parrying the Jab/Cross & Sync-up flow

• Kickboxing: Switch Kick (Orthodox)

• Combo: Hemmers Combo (7 Hooks)

• Mat Chat: “Fall down seven times, stand up eight!”