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

• Trap, Bridge, Roll

• Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 10

• Keylock from Top Control

• Trap, Bridge, Roll

• Mat Chat: Jiu Jitsu History

Teens 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

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!”

For y’all who’ve been training for a bit:

I know a lot of people quit and move on, but how do you guys manage losing so many awesome training partners and friends even throughout the years? even though I’m happy when folks do what’s best for them, it’s weird when you go from seeing someone for hours each week and then nothing. And it sucks. 

What’s the single most valuable concept or technique you’ve learned that transformed your jiu jitsu game, and why?

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)

• Osoto Gari****

• Kimura Lock from Side Control****

• Kimura Lock from North-South

B (Thurs-Sat)

• Hook Defense*

• Side Control Escape (shoulder pressure)

• Side Control Escape (re-guard)****

* 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 

If you could go back in time and watch any combat sport (jiu jitsu, boxing, mma, etc) match up live and in the front row, what would it be? 

I’d choose the Max Holloway vs Justin Gaethje fight for the BMF belt. Seeing Max knock out Justin with a second left in the 5th round and hearing the pop of the arena would be absolutely insane! One of the top sporting moments in my book. Right up there with Scotty Pods hitting a walk off in Game 2 of the 05 World Series. #GoSox

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

• Bearhug Escape (without arms)

• Mat Chat: Weaknesses

Kids Fundamentals:
Week 9

• Bearhug Escape (without arms)

• Bearhug Escape (with arms)

• Mat Chat: Weaknesses

Teens Fundamentals:
A (Mon/Wed)

• Head Lock Escape (lean forward)

• Head Lock Escape (lean backward)

• Transition from Side to Top Control

B (Thur/Sat)

• Standing Head Lock Defense (no strikes)

• Side Control Escape (belt grip)

• Side Control Escape (single leg)

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!”

On August 11th, we had the privilege of hosting Professors Thomas and Celest Cronin for a dynamic and insightful seminar at our academy. Professor Thomas, a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt, led the session with a deep dive into the Triangle Choke — breaking down both the setup and execution in a way that was clear, precise, and immediately applicable. His step-by-step approach covered key details on positioning, angle adjustment, and finishing mechanics, ensuring participants of all levels could improve their effectiveness with this iconic submission.

The entire event is available now on RŌL
https://rolacademy.tv/programs/2025-08-11-thomas-cronin

We all spend a lot of time sharing jiujitsu, but what other hobbies, interests, or activities would you share with your training partners?

Most of my free time revolves around my kids now, and we spend a lot of time at playgrounds,  splash pads, and six flags. I’ve found a lot of ways to have fun there… and I don’t even fight anyone! We recently went to a splash pad and the kids and parents had a blast. 

How do you have fun without armbars and chokes?

Question of the week???    How much   do you feel jujitsu is a mental and how much is a Physical challenge, I personal feel its   80 % MENTALLY and  20% physical, what are your thoughts ?????? 

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)

• Standing Head Lock Defense (no strikes)***

• Side Control Escape (belt grip)**

• Side Control Escape (single leg)****

B (Thurs-Sat)

• Head Lock Escape (lean forward)

• Head Lock Escape (lean backward)

• Transition from Side to Top Control

* 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