Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 9/15/24

Gi All Levels

Welcome to week #7 - This week, we'll focus on escaping from top control, starting with the Ankle Drag Step Over and the Ankle Drag Inside Hook. After mastering these escapes, we'll work on the Butterfly Sweep to help you regain control from the bottom position. Get ready for an engaging week of skill development on the mats!

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag step over)

• Top Control Escape (ankle drag inside hook) 

• Butterfly Sweep

Gi Intermediate

Week 1 Top Control Escapes -This week, we're diving into Top Control Escapes. You'll be working on a range of techniques to free yourself from top pressure, focusing on both fundamental and advanced strategies. These escapes will sharpen your ability to stay mobile and regain control during tough situations. Get ready for a week of technical growth!

• Top Control Escapes

Gi Advanced

Week 11 - This week, we'll be focusing on defeating and passing the Spider Guard. You'll learn key techniques to neutralize your opponent's grips and break through their defenses, improving your ability to pass one of the most challenging guard positions. Get ready for a technical and strategic week of training!

• Defeating/passing Spider Guard

NoGi Intermediate

Join us for week #7 - In Week 7 of NoGi Intermediate, we'll dive into some powerful techniques from the North-South position. The focus will be on setting up the Kimura from North-South, transitioning into an Arm Lock, and securing the North-South Choke. This week is all about refining your control and submissions from this dynamic position. Prepare for a week of technical growth and strong finishing moves!

• Kimura from North South

• Arm Lock from Kimura

• North South Choke

NoGi Advanced

Week 2 - Top Half Guard - Beating the Knee Shield

• Stuffing Method (continued)

• Rising Method

• Hip Switch Method

Striking

Boxing Curriculum - Footwork Series Week 1

• Evade/Lean Defenses

• Concepts and Counters

Stand and Drill

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

• Collar Drags

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

• Kouchi Gari

• Tripod Sweep

• Hip-In Pass

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🎓 RŌL Graduation Event - SAVE THE DATE

• When: Saturday, November 16th

• Where: RŌL Academy

• MORE DETAILS COMING SOON

🥋 10th Anniversary Gi Pre-order - only 2 weeks!! Order NOW!

Instructor Program is officially available - https://rolacademy.tv/pages/becoming-an-instructor

White Belt Must Know - https://rolacademy.tv/programs/white-belt-must-know?category_id=89231

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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This week for ROL KIDS!  9/15/24

Little Kids

Welcome to week #7 - In Week 7 of our Little Kids class, we’ll be working on the Transition from Side to Top. Our young students will practice moving from side control into a more dominant top position, helping them improve control and positioning. It’s going to be a fun and exciting week of learning fundamental skills!

• Transition from Side to Top

Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #7 - This week, we’ll focus on two key techniques: Transition from Side to Top and the Cross Choke from Top Control. Our students will learn how to smoothly move from side control to a stronger top position, followed by practicing a powerful submission with the Cross Choke. Get ready for a great week of skill-building!

• Transition from Side to Top

• Cross Choke from Top Control

Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #9 - This week, the focus will be on the Knee Cut Pass. The students will learn how to efficiently cut through their opponent's guard, gaining a strong top position and maintaining control. It’s going to be an exciting week of improving guard passing and sharpening techniques!

• Knee Cut Pass

Kids Advanced

Join us for week #7 - This week, we’ll be working on Turtle Escapes. The students will focus on escaping from the turtle position, learning key techniques to regain control or transition to a more dominant position. Get ready for a challenging and rewarding week as we dive into these essential escapes!

• Turtle Escapes

Mat Chat Topic: Respect

Game of the week: Tails

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

🏅RŌL Kids Competition Workshop

• When: September 22nd 12:30-2pm

• Where: ROL Academy

• No registration necessary!

🎃 RŌL Kids Halloween Party - SAVE THE DATE 

• When: October 26th 4pm-6:30pm

• Where: ROL Academy

• MORE DETAILS COMING SOON

🎓 RŌL Kids Graduation Event - SAVE THE DATE

• When: November 9th

• Where: ROL Academy

• MORE DETAILS COMING SOON

This week for ROL KIDS!  9/8/24

Little Kids

Welcome to week #6 - In Week 6 of the Little Kids class, we'll be focusing on a key submission technique: the Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near arm). Our young grapplers will practice controlling their opponent from the dominant Knee on Belly position before transitioning smoothly into the Arm Lock. It's going to be an exciting week of skill development and fun on the mats!

• Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near)

Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #6 - In Week 6 of our Kids All Levels class, the focus will be on mastering submissions from the Knee on Belly position. The students will learn two powerful techniques: the Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near arm) and the Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (far arm). Get ready for a week of dynamic training and building strong submission skills!

• Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (near)

• Arm Lock from Knee on Belly (far)

Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #8 - In Week 8 of our Kids Gi Intermediate class, we’re diving into a combination of takedowns and ground transitions. The students will work on the Ouchi-gari, a key inside leg trip for effective takedowns. They’ll also learn how to transition from Bottom Half Guard to Back Control, an essential skill for gaining a dominant position. It’s going to be an exciting week of technical growth and strategy!

• O-uchi-gari

• Bottom Half Guard Swim to the Back

Kids Advanced

Join us for week #6 - In Week 7 of our Kids Advanced class, the focus will be on Turtle Choke Attacks. Students will explore a variety of choke techniques that can be applied from the turtle position, honing their ability to capitalize on this defensive posture and turn it into an opportunity for submission. Get ready for a challenging and skill-enhancing week on the mats!

• Turtle Choke Attacks 

Mat Chat Topic: Setting Goals

Game of the week: Freeze Tag

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

RŌL Family Picnic 

• When: Sept 14 - 12pm

• Where: Jaycee Grove Park, Tinley Park

Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 9/8/24

Gi All Levels

Welcome to week #6 - This week, we'll be focusing on escaping from top control, starting with the Re-Guard technique to regain a more advantageous position. We'll also dive into two powerful submissions from top control: the Cross Choke and the Baseball Choke. It's going to be a week of sharpening both your defense and your offense. See you on the mats!

• Top Control Escape (re-guard)

• Cross Choke from Top Control

• Baseball Choke from Top Control 

Gi Intermediate

Week 28: Half Guard - Half Guard Attacks

• Half Guard Passing

Week 28 in our Gi Intermediate class is all about Half Guard Passing. We'll be breaking down key strategies to effectively pass your opponent's half guard, focusing on maintaining pressure and control while advancing your position. By the end of the week, you'll have a solid understanding of how to navigate and dominate from this challenging spot. Get ready to elevate your passing game!

Gi Advanced

Week 10:

• Spider Guard Sweeps

NoGi Intermediate

Join us for week #7

In Week 7 of NoGi Intermediate, we'll dive into some powerful techniques from the North-South position. The focus will be on setting up the Kimura from North-South, transitioning into an Arm Lock, and securing the North-South Choke. This week is all about refining your control and submissions from this dynamic position. Prepare for a week of technical growth and strong finishing moves!

• Kimura from North South

• Arm Lock from Kimura

• North South Choke

NoGi Advanced

Week 1 - Overview: Top Half Guard

• Pinning

• Lower Body Inside Position

• Defensive Frames

Striking

Muay Thai Curriculum - Switch Series Week 8

• Switch Technique Feints and Combinations

Stand and Drill

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

• Collar Drags

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

• Rear Bear Hug Defense - with arms

• Tricep Push Side Control Escape

• Turtle Trap and Roll Escape

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

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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RŌL Family Picnic

• When: Saturday, Sep 14 - 12pm

• Where: McCarthy Park, Tinley Park

Instructor Program is officially available - https://rolacademy.tv/pages/becoming-an-instructor

This week for ROL KIDS!  9/2/24

Little Kids

Welcome to week #5 - This week, our young martial artists will be learning the Kimura Lock from Side Control. It’s going to be an exciting week as they develop this powerful submission skill while having lots of fun on the mats!

• Kimura Lock from Side Control

Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #5 - This week, our students will be working on two essential techniques: the Kimura Lock from Side Control and the Side Control Escape using a belt grip. It's going to be a great week of learning as they enhance their control and escape skills while having fun!

• Kimura Lock from Side Control

• Side Control  Escape (belt grip)

Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #7 - This week, we're focusing on a powerful combination of techniques. First, our students will practice the Double Leg Takedown, a fundamental move to take control from a standing position. Then, we'll transition into working on the Butterfly Sweep from Half Guard, helping them improve their ability to reverse and dominate from the ground. It's going to be an exciting and skill-building week!

• Double Leg Takedown

• Butterfly Sweep from Half Guard

Kids Advanced

Join us for week #5 - This week, we're honing in on Back Control Escapes. Students will learn how to effectively defend against one of the most dominant positions in Jiu-Jitsu, focusing on techniques to escape and turn the tide in their favor. Get ready for a challenging and rewarding week as we refine our defensive skills!

• Back Control Escapes

Mat Chat Topic: Community and Team

Game of the week: Jiu Jitsu Relay Races

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

CLASSES CANCELED 9/2 FOR LABOR DAY!

UPCOMING RŌL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT

• When: 9/7 - 9/8

• Where: RŌL Academy

REGISTER NOW

RŌL Family Picnic 

• When: Sept 14 - 12pm

• Where: Jaycee Grove, Tinley Park

Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 9/2/24

Gi All Levels

Welcome to week #5 - This week in Adult All Levels, we're focusing on escapes and submissions from the top position. We'll start by honing our Top Control Escape techniques, including the trap, bridge, and roll escape, as well as the foot post counter. To round out the week, we'll work on securing the Arm Lock from S-Mount, ensuring a strong finish from this dominant position. Get ready for a challenging and rewarding week of training!

• Top Control Escape (trap, bridge and roll)

• Top Control Escape (foot post counter)

• Arm Lock from S-Mount

Gi Intermediate

Week 27: Half Guard - Half Guard Sweeps

• Half Guard Passing

This week in Gi Intermediate, we're diving into the art of passing the Half Guard. We'll explore different strategies to break through and control this challenging position, focusing on effective techniques to advance from Half Guard to a dominant top position. Prepare for a week of detailed instruction and hands-on practice as we sharpen our Half Guard passing skills!

Gi Advanced

Week 9:

• Spider Guard Principles

NoGi Intermediate

Join us for week #6 - Side Control

Join us for week 6 in NoGi Intermediate, where we'll be focusing on Side Control. This week, you'll learn how to escape from side control using techniques like the Shoulder Pressure Escape and the Underhook Escape. We'll also dive into the Kimura Lock from Side Control to add a strong submission option to your game. Prepare for a week of practical and powerful training!

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure underhook)

• Kimura Lock from Side Control

NoGi Advanced

• CANCELED for Labor Day 

Striking

Muay Thai Curriculum - Switch Series Week 7

• Switch Series Muay Thai Curriculum

• Switch Technique Combos and Feints

Stand and Drill

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

• Collar Drags

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

• Bear Hug Defense - without arms

• Guard Retention

• Bull Rider Pass

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

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

NO CLASS ON 9/2 IN OBSERVANCE OF LABOR DAY

• 9AM OPEN MAT

NICK CIMM SEMINAR

• When: Sept 9th at 11AM

• Where: RŌL Academy

RŌL Family Picnic

• When: Saturday, Sep 14 - 12pm

• Where: McCarthy Park, Tinley Park

Emily Kwok Seminar on RŌL TV: https://rolacademy.tv/programs/2024-08-17-emily-kwok

Instructor Program is officially available: https://rolacademy.tv/pages/becoming-an-instructor

This week for ROL KIDS!  8/26/24

Little Kids

Welcome to week #4 - This week in our Little Kids class, we’re focusing on Tackle Defense. Our young grapplers will learn how to defend against a tackle by using the sprawl technique, transitioning smoothly into the turtle position. It's going to be a fun and energetic week filled with important defensive skills!

• Tackle Defense (Sprawl to Turtle)

Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #4 - In our All Levels Kids class, we’ll be working on Tackle Defense, specifically the Sprawl to Turtle technique. The students will also learn how to transition from the Turtle position to gaining Back Control. It’s going to be an exciting week of developing both defense and control skills on the mats!

• Tackle Defense (Sprawl to Turtle)

• Turtle to Back Control

Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #6 - In the Kids Intermediate class, we’re focusing on mastering Kouchi-gari, a fundamental foot sweep that sets up effective takedowns. Alongside this, the students will work on the Side Control Escape using the double under method, enhancing their ability to regain a dominant position. Get ready for a week full of dynamic drills and skill-building!

• Kouchi-gari

• Side Control Escape (double under)

Kids Advanced

Join us for week #4 - This week in Kids Advanced, we're diving into Attacks from Back Control. Students will learn how to maintain strong back control while setting up and executing various submissions. We'll focus on refining their ability to capitalize on this dominant position, ensuring they can smoothly transition between attacks. It's going to be an intense and highly technical week on the mats!

• Attacks from Back Control

Mat Chat Topic: Self Defense

Game of the week: Steal the Bacon

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

UPCOMING RŌL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT

• When: 9/7 - 9/8

• Where: RŌL Academy

REGISTER NOW

RŌL Family Picnic 

• When: Sept 14 - 12pm

• Where: Jaycee Grove Park, Tinley Park

Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 8/26/24

Gi All Levels

Welcome to week #4 - This week in our All Levels class, we’re focusing on essential skills to elevate your game. We’ll begin with Grip Escapes, specifically addressing the Shoulder Grip, to help you break free from your opponent's control. Next, we’ll dive into Guard Retention, where you’ll learn how to reset the guard and maintain a strong defensive position. Finally, we’ll wrap up with the Tripod Sweep from Guard, a versatile technique to help you turn the tables and gain the upper hand. Get ready for a week of dynamic and practical training!

• Grip Escapes / Shoulder Grip

• Guard Retention / Reset the Guard 

• Tripod Sweep from Guard 

Gi Intermediate

Week 26: Half Guard - Half Guard Sweeps - In this week’s Gi Intermediate class, we’ll be focusing on Half Guard Sweeps. You’ll learn how to effectively use the half guard to off-balance your opponent and execute powerful sweeps. The techniques covered will help you transition from a defensive position to an advantageous one, setting you up for dominant control or submission opportunities. Prepare for a week of technical drilling and strategic movement that will sharpen your skills from Half Guard.

• Half Guard Sweeps

Gi Advanced

Week 8:

• Failed Triangle Traps

NoGi Intermediate

Join us for week #5 - Side Control

This week in our NoGi Intermediate class, we’ll be honing in on escapes and submissions from side control. We’ll start by working on the Side Control Escape into re-guard, followed by the Side Control Escape into a single leg takedown. To finish, we’ll dive into the D'arce Choke from Side Control, giving you a powerful submission option once you've established control. Get ready for a week of technical drills and strategic development!

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)

• Side Control Escape (single leg)

• D'arce Choke from Side Control

NoGi Advanced

Block 3 - Turtle - Week 7 - Various Escapes

• Inside Leg Stand Up

• Outside Leg Stand Up

• Standing Switch

• Standing Switch to Single Leg X

Striking

Muay Thai Curriculum - Switch Series Week 6

• Switch Techniques and Combinations

Stand and Drill

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

• Single Legs

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

• Front Kick Defense

• Transition from Side to Knee on Belly

• Baseball Choke from Knee on Belly

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

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

NICK CIMM SEMINAR

• When: Sept 9th at 11AM

• Where: RŌL Academy

RŌL Family Picnic 

• When: Sept 14 - 12pm

• Where: Jaycee Grove Park, Tinley Park

Emily Kwok Seminar on RŌL TV:

• https://rolacademy.tv/programs/2024-08-17-emily-kwok

Instructor Program is officially available:

•  https://rolacademy.tv/pages/becoming-an-instructor

This week for ROL KIDS!  8/18/24

Little Kids

Welcome to week #3 - This week in our Little Kids class, we're focusing on the Arm Drag. Our young grapplers will learn how to use this fundamental technique to create opportunities for control and takedowns. It’s going to be a fun and energetic week as they build confidence and refine their skills on the mats!

• Arm Drag

Kids All Levels

Welcome to week #3 - This week in our Kids All Levels class, we’re focusing on combining the Arm Drag with the Bearhug Takedown. Our students will learn how to smoothly transition from the Arm Drag into a strong Bearhug position, leading to effective takedowns. It’s going to be an action-packed week as we work on building solid fundamentals and dynamic movement!

• Arm Drag

• Bearhug Takedown

Kids Intermediate

Welcome to week #5 - This week in our Kids Intermediate class, we’ll be diving into some powerful techniques. We’ll start with the Drop Seoi-nage, a dynamic throw that’s all about leverage and timing. Then, we’ll work on the Kimura Lock from Side Control, followed by transitioning into the Kimura Lock from North/South position. It’s going to be a week full of skill-building and strategic grappling on the mats!

• Drop Seoi-nage

• Kimura Lock from Side Control

• Kimura Lock from North/South

Kids Advanced

Join us for week #3 - This week in our Kids Advanced class, we’re honing in on Chokes from Top Control. Students will learn how to apply and maintain strong, effective chokeholds while controlling their opponent from the top. We'll focus on setting up these submissions with precision, ensuring a dominant position and a successful finish. Get ready for a challenging and rewarding week of training!

• Chokes from Top Control

Mat Chat Topic: Being a Leader

Game of the week: Steal the Bacon

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

RŌL KIDS PHOTOSHOOT

When: 9/7 - 9/8

Where: RŌL Academy

REGISTER NOW

Wondering what's going on this week at ROL? 🤔 8/18/24

Gi All Levels

Welcome to week #3 - This week in our Adult All Levels class, we’ll be focusing on essential techniques to enhance your guard game. We’ll start with the Guard Pull to get you into a strong position, followed by the Scissor Sweep from Guard. We’ll also cover a variation of the Scissor Sweep with a wide knee post to add versatility to your sweeps. Get ready for an engaging week of training and progression!

• Guard Pull

• Scissor Sweep from Guard

• Scissor Sweep with Wide Knee Post

Gi Intermediate

Week 25: Half Guard - Half Guard Defense

This week in our Gi Intermediate class, we're focusing on Half Guard Defense. We’ll be exploring key strategies to effectively defend and counter from the half guard position. Whether you're maintaining control or looking to escape, this week's training will help you build a solid defensive foundation in half guard. Prepare for a week of refining your technique and enhancing your overall guard game!

Gi Advanced

Block 3 - Closed Guard - Week 7 - Opening Closed Guard

• Opening the guard into leg attacks

NoGi Intermediate

Join us for week #5 - Side Control

This week in our NoGi Intermediate class, we’ll be honing in on escapes and submissions from side control. We’ll start by working on the Side Control Escape into re-guard, followed by the Side Control Escape into a single leg takedown. To finish, we’ll dive into the D'arce Choke from Side Control, giving you a powerful submission option once you've established control. Get ready for a week of technical drills and strategic development!

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)

• Side Control Escape (single leg)

• D'arce Choke from Side Control

NoGi Advanced

Block 3 - Turtle - Week 7 - Various Escapes

• Claw Grip Escape

• Single Hook Escape

• Power Half Escape

• Rolling Knee Bar

Striking

Kickboxing Curriculum - Switch Series Week 5

• Switch Series Week 5

• Feint Combinations off Switch Techniques

Stand and Drill

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

• Single Legs

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

• Ankle Pick - Collar Control

• Knee Cut Pass to Top Control

• Cross Choke from Top Control

❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

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