Our custom designed gym is nicely located on the shores of Wooloware bay, where we get a light sea breeze in summer, and plenty of parking. Our 14-Week Foundation Programme is custom designed to help get the absolute novice safely training BJJ as quickly as possible. We take children from the age of 8 years old and all our kids coaches have their Working with Children checks.
Affectionately referred to as "geri-jitsu", this popular class is aimed at people wanting a slower pace and is restricted to people over 35 years old. In 2009 Rodney Qualified for the ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championships in Barcelona, and has also trained with Olypmic Wrestlers. I started my son Johnathon at Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu when he was 6 years old, because I wanted him to learn a practical self defence without striking.
Affectionately referred to as "geri-jitsu", this popular class is aimed at people wanting a slower pace and is restricted to people over 35 years old. In 2009 Rodney Qualified for the ADCC Submission Wrestling World Championships in Barcelona, and has also trained with Olypmic Wrestlers. I started my son Johnathon at Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu when he was 6 years old, because I wanted him to learn a practical self defence without striking.
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With morning, lunchtime and evening jiu-jitsu classes, if you want to train martial arts then we can accomodate your busy schedule. Rodney started jiu-jitsu at 12 years old and it made such a huge change in his life, he's now dedicated his to teach jiu-jitsu to others. It's important to train all aspects of BJJ, including both gi and no gi positions and sparring.
At Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy, we strive to have the friendliest and most experienced coaches possible. Once our students are graded to purple belt then teaching is part of the next step towards brown and black belt. This not only re-enforces the knowledge of the technique, but instills confidence in public speaking to a large group.
Teens (High School students) may train in all morning, midday and 6pm classes plus the Saturday 10am class. They may not train in any 7pm class without an adult membership, or permission from Rodney. Unlike other martial art schools where the fees get more expensive once they've hooked you in, at SCJJA our prices only ever go down once you're a member!
At Southern Cross Jiu-Jitsu Academy, we do not force you into any long-term direct debit contract, with hidden water-tight conditions! In fact, we hear this time and again when people come to try us when they've already trialed or been at another gym. During your first visit to SCJJA, you will not even be shown a contract, let alone be forced to sign one!
Access to Arnold Gym Manager - a custom written martial arts management system that tracks enrollments, payments (including direct debit billing), and communication via email and push notifications. And this is just part of the main thing that we can do for you that most other associations can't - actually coach you in running your business.
Reviews (14)
James Prier
Mar 31, 2021
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Josh Kingcott
Feb 21, 2021
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Luke Sant
Feb 02, 2021
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I had no idea about BJJ, but the minute i walked into SCJJA I was made to feel welcome.. Everyone is willing to share knowledge to help you improve and develop. Such a wide variety of timetable with Great instructors, headed up by Rodney Ellis. This is a gym that possess a great atmosphere to train and learn I’m looking forward to the journey ahead!
Sarz Whitehouse
Jul 10, 2020
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I was visiting from Brisbane and organised a "drop in" with Rodney prior to leaving Qld. I received a response immediately and attended two GI classes, a midday class with Matt and the evening class with Rodney. So glad I did. Both the instructors and members were really friendly and welcoming. I researched a lot of the local BJJ clubs and some… of them were members only or just a bit too far away from Cronulla Beach which is where I was staying. Really good vibe here, solid instruction and had some super fun rolls. Thx guys for the opportunity!!!!
Matt Williams
Feb 17, 2020
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Fishin' With Bracey
Dec 28, 2019
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I've been training at SCJJA for about 4 months now after deciding to give Brazilian Jiu Jitsu a try. From my first lesson I felt welcomed and I was addicted straight away. The head coach Rodney Ellis is a third degree black belt and the only Australian black belt to receive all of his belts in Brazil. The academy also has so many other skilled black, brown and purple belts to gain knowledge from. Every lesson I feel like I'm learning from the best, which gives me confidence in developing my own Jiu Jitsu game. The facilities are amazing, offering gym access, a class every night of of the week as
Natalie MacDonald
Oct 07, 2019
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Our family hold Southern cross jiu-jitsu academy in high regard its definately a place for the whole family to get fit and have fun. Our son attends and he loves it. The coaches are passionate, highly skilled, humble and fun. Everyone is so welcoming and they encourage/mentor you along the way. Really affordable it’s honestly the best decision we ever made. It’s like our second family, every member is so respectful and welcoming. Best decision you will ever make!
Rob Castellano
Aug 15, 2019
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Sam Fowler
Jan 13, 2019
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Adam Cole-Clark
Jan 04, 2019
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Brendt Hughes
Nov 19, 2018
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I had the most amazing experience in this gym. From the coaches to all participants, everybody helped each other out and made me feel welcome. I couldn't have asked for a better introduction into this sport and look forward to the challenges and achievements in training.
The discipline you learn and the confidence you build is outstanding and it keeps you looking fit whilst not realising it. Its a great sport for all newbies to experienced and the gym will keep pushing you to new and better things. Big thanks to everybody there for your support.
The discipline you learn and the confidence you build is outstanding and it keeps you looking fit whilst not realising it. Its a great sport for all newbies to experienced and the gym will keep pushing you to new and better things. Big thanks to everybody there for your support.
Brad Charnock
Jul 04, 2018
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David Stevens
May 25, 2015
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Awesome place to train. Can't wait to get back on the mat to learn from one of Australia's best BJJ coach and competitor. They have a great training facility, all the members are very welcoming and friendly, and the level of skill at the gym is second to none. If you're in Sydney and looking for a place to train BJJ, do yourself a favour and make your way to Southern Cross Jiu Jitsu Academy.
Zac Fowler
Aug 03, 2014
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