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-GiMMA
- 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
All levels
All levels
All levels
Beginners
Tuesday
All levels
All levels
Wednesday
All levels
All levels
Beginners
Thursday
All levels
All levels
All levels
Friday
All levels
All levels
All levels
Saturday
All levels
All levels
Prices
AdultsMonthly
A$199.00AdultsMonthly
A$159.00KidsMonthly
A$119.00TeensMonthly
A$149.00AdultsPer class
A$27.50KidsPer class
A$22.00AdultsPer term
A$200.00KidsPer term
A$165.00AdultsOne-off
A$75.00AdultsOne-off
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: Monthly membership (first 12 months): A$199.00 a month, Monthly membership (after 12 months - Reward Rate): A$159.00 a month, Kids monthly: A$119.00 a month, High school students monthly: A$149.00 a month, Single class (adult): A$27.50 a class, Single class (student): A$22.00 a class, 10-class pass (adult): A$200.00 a term, 10-class pass (student): A$165.00 a term, Private lessons with Rodney (member, 1st person): A$75.00 one-off and Private lessons with Rodney (non-member, 1st person): A$150.00 one-off.
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