Kassidy Camargo

Orland Park, IL, United States

Ugh I understand this post entirely. I’ve been so sad to lose my “partners in crime” on the mat. It’s happened over and over again - luckily I am still close friends with all of them. I’ve always tried to encourage my training partners who are in a rut or thinking of quitting, but there’s only so much you can do. People will always leave, and some will stay - you just have to make the most of it!

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17 Aug 12:53

Kids Program Curriculum - 8/17/25


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


Kids Fundamentals:
Week 10


Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

B (Thur/Sat)


Kids Intermediate:
Week 9 - Side Control Escapes 

  • Takedown: Bearhug Escape (without arms)

  • Side Control Escape (double under)

  • Side Control Escape (re-guard)


Kids Advanced:
Week 9 - Side Control Escapes 

  • Takedown: Standing Seoi-nage

  • Side Control Escape (double under)

  • Side Control Escape (re-guard)



Kids Competition Class:
Week 6 - Sequencing - Connect 3 Techniques

  • Drill 1: Sweep to Pass Flow 

  • Drill 2: Pass to Mount Transition

  • Drill 3: Mount to Submission Flow

  • Mat Chat: Importance of Flow


Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 3:

  • Boxing: The Cross

  • Kickboxing: The Switch Kick

  • Combo: Switch It Combo

  • Mat Chat: "I don’t wait. I take action!”

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17 Aug 12:46

Adult Program Curriculum - 8/17/25


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)

B (Thurs-Sat)

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 14:

  • Seoi Nage

  • Back Control Escapes


Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 14:

  • 50/50 Guard Passing


Adult Gi Advanced:

  • Defeating 50/50 


NoGi Advanced:

  • Arm Locks and Reverse Triangles from Back Control


❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

John Kats NoGi Workshop

  • When: Saturday, August 23rd @11:30AM


Felipe Simlicico Workshop (Gi)

  • When: Monday, August 25th @6PM

Annual RŌL Picnic - SAVE THE DATE

  • When: Saturday September 13th 


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10 Aug 11:04

Who is ready for the new week? It looks like our Kids Classes will have some really cool techniques this week!What are you looking forward to most?

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10 Aug 11:02

Kids Program Curriculum - 8/10/25


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


Kids Fundamentals:
Week 9


Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

B (Thur/Sat)


Kids Intermediate:
Week 8 - Guard Pass

  • Takedown: Osoto-gari

  • Toreando

  • Step Through


Kids Advanced:
Week 8 - Guard Pass

  • Takedown: Osoto-gari

  • Toreando

  • Step Through


Kids Competition Class:
Week 5 - Back Control - Keeping Back Control

  • Drill 1: Lapel Choke 

  • Drill 2: Rear Naked Choke (RNC) 

  • Drill 3: Arm Behind the Head Choke

  • Mat Chat: Staying Calm Under Pressure


Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 2:

  • Boxing: The Jab

  • Kickboxing: Rear Round Kick - Southpaw

  • Combo: Sticks Combo - Jab, Cross, Hook, Round Kick

  • Mat Chat: Decide On Your Dreams and Goals. "Clear goals give me clear direct direction!”

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10 Aug 10:52

Adult Program Curriculum - 8/10/25


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)

B (Thurs-Sat)


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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 13:

  • Lapel Chokes from Half Guard


Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 13:

  • 50/50 Guard Passing


Adult Gi Advanced:

  • 50/50 Legs Locks Systemized



NoGi Advanced:

  • Review Straight Jacket System and Rear Triangle


❗❗** Announcements **❗❗

Tom Cronin Workshop

  • When: Monday, August 11th @6PM

  • Gi Workshop–No Experience Necessary


Teens Workshop With Coach Dom

  • (17 and Under)

  • When: Sunday, August 17th @11AM

  • REGISTER ➭ HERE


John Kats NoGi Workshop

  • When: Saturday, August 23rd @11:30AM


Annual RŌL Picnic - SAVE THE DATE
When: Saturday September 13th 


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03 Aug 14:11

Kids Program Curriculum - 8/3/25


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


Kids Fundamentals:
Week 8


Teens Fundamentals:

A (Mon/Wed)

B (Thur/Sat)


Kids Intermediate:
Week 7 - Guard Pass

  • Takedown: Osoto-gari

  • Bull Rider Pass

  • Knee Cut


Kids Advanced:
Week 7 - Guard Pass

  • Takedown: Osoto-gari

  • Hip-in Pass

  • Knee Cut


Kids Competition Class:
COMPETITION RECAP & REVIEW


Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 1: Guard, Movement and Rear Round Kick

  • Boxing:  Stance, Guard, Movement

  • Kickboxing: Rear Round Kick - Fundamentals

  • Combo: Sticks Combo - Jab, Cross, Hook, Round Kick

  • Mat Chat: "I choose thoughts that build me up!"

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03 Aug 14:04

Adult Program Curriculum - 8/3/25


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)

B (Thurs-Sat)


* One Stipe

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

White Belt Must Know

Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 12:

Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 12:

Adult Gi Advanced:

  • More 50/50 leg locks next week–Featuring the Aoki Lock



NoGi Advanced:

  • Straight Jacket Back Attack System Cont.


❗❗** Announcements **❗❗


Veterans Jiu Jitsu Workshop

  • When: Sunday, August 10th @ 12PM

  • REGISTER ➭ HERE


Tom Cronin Workshop

  • When: Monday, August 11th @6PM

  • Gi Workshop–No Experience Necessary


Annual RŌL Picnic

  • SAVE THE DATE

  • When: Saturday September 13th 





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26 Jul 14:46

Adult Program Curriculum - 7/27/25


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)

B (Thurs-Sat)


* One Stipe

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

White Belt Must Know


Adult Gi Intermediate - Week 11:

  • Underhook Passing Concepts


Adult NoGi Intermediate - Week 11:

  • Smash Passing Concepts


Adult Gi Advanced:

  • 50/50 Leg Lock Attacks


NoGi Advanced:

  • Straight Jacket Back Attack System


❗❗** Announcements **❗❗


Veterans Jiu Jitsu Workshop

  • When: Sunday, August 10th @ 12PM

  • REGISTER ➭ HERE

Annual RŌL Picnic - SAVE THE DATE -

  • When: Saturday September 13th 

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Posted

26 Jul 14:15

Kids Program Curriculum - 7/27/25


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 7


Kids Fundamentals:
Week 7


Teens Fundamentals:

A (Mon/Wed)

B (Thur/Sat)


Kids Intermediate:
Week 6 - Guard Escapes


Kids Advanced:
Week 6 - Guard Escapes



Kids Competition Class:
Week 5 - Back Control - Keeping Back Control

  • Drill 1: Lapel Choke 

  • Drill 2: Rear Naked Choke (RNC) 

  • Drill 3: Arm Behind the Head Choke

  • Mat Chat: Staying Calm Under Pressure


Kids/Teens Striking:
Week 11:Week 12: Full Integration

  • Boxing: The Single Punch Series – rapid-fire accuracy

  • Kickboxing: Kick Review Drills: Rear Round Kick, Step Kick, Switch Kick, Teep Kick

  • Combo: The Dutch Drill (experienced) / Single Punch Series w/kicks (kids)

  • Mat Chat: Review & Discuss All Mat Chats - based on the book Inner Excellence