Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy
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Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy, located on the shores of Woolooware Bay in Caringbah NSW, offers both gi and no-gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu classes for adults, teens and children, alongside judo and submission wrestling. Led by 5th Degree Black Belt Rodney Ellis—trained at Nova União in Rio under André Pederneiras and a 2x Pan Pacific champion with ADCC experience—the academy emphasizes technical progression through a structured foundation programme and offers flexible membership terms, including no lock-in contracts. The custom-designed facility includes a weights and conditioning area and attracts a diverse community across the Sutherland Shire.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-Gi
- Affiliation
- IBJJF
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Teen classes
- Women-only classes
- Beginners' course
- Open mat
- Private lessons
- Masters classes
Your first visit
- Beginners
- No experience needed · From age 10
Timetable this week
Monday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu Jitsuages 10+
BeginnersJiu Jitsu
Tuesday
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Wednesday
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
BeginnersJiu Jitsu
Thursday
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Jiu Jitsuages 10+
Jiu Jitsu
Friday
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Jiu Jitsu
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Saturday
Jiu JitsuNo-Gi
Jiu Jitsuages 12+
Prices
MonthlyAdultsMembershipNo contract
A$199.00MonthlyAdultsMembershipNo contract
A$159.00ages 10+MembershipNo contract
A$119.00Teensages 12+MembershipNo contract
A$149.00Per classAdultsDrop-in1 class
A$27.50Per classKidsDrop-in1 class
A$22.00Per termAdults10 classesvalid 12 months
A$200.00Per termKids10 classesvalid 12 months
A$165.00One-offAdultsPrivate lesson60 minMembersCoach: Rodney Ellis
A$75.00One-offAdultsPrivate lesson60 minCoach: Rodney Ellis
A$150.00From the gym's website, checked 27 September 2026.
Coaches
- Rodney Ellis
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltMMA · ProfessionalPrivate lessons
- Steve Clifford
Head coachJudo · Black BeltJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Mat Wilken
Assistant coachJiu Jitsu · Black BeltMMA · Professional
- Leaf Ahern
CoachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
Facilities
- Parking
- Weights area
Contact
- Website
- https://scjja.com
- @scjj_academy
- https://www.facebook.com/SCJJA/
Questions about Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy
Where is Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy?
Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy is at 1a/2 Resolution Dr, Caringbah NSW 2229, Australia.
Which sports does Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy teach?
Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy is listed for Jiu Jitsu and Judo.
When are the beginner classes at Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy?
Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy runs classes open to beginners on Monday 06:00, Monday 12:00 and Monday 17:30.
How much does Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy cost?
Prices at Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy: Direct Debit, First 12 Months: A$199.00 a month, Direct Debit, Thereafter: A$159.00 a month, Kids monthly: A$119.00 a month, High school students monthly: A$149.00 a month, Single Class: A$27.50 a class, Single Class: A$22.00 a class, 10 Class Pass: A$200.00 a term, 10 Class Pass: A$165.00 a term, 1 Hour Private with Rodney, Member 1st Person: A$75.00 one-off and 1 Hour Private with Rodney, Non-Member 1st Person: A$150.00 one-off.
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