The M A Connection

The M A Connection Formerly Fusion Fight & Fitness → Now The M A Connection 👊 Connecting people through martial arts. The ripple effect…we help create a better community.
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Through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, MMA and Boxing martial arts we develop mentally and physically resilient children and adults and stimulate the pursuit of one’s best self both on and off the mats. Cairns’ largest and longest running Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy, with TEN Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belts. We are the ONLY martial arts academy in North Queensland to be able to make this claim. We are also home to three junior Brazilian Jiu Jitsu world champions. We are proud to have our roots are as a DeBeen 100% Jiu Jitsu Academy Affiliate. Fusion Cairns ' Muay Thai is headed up by a very accomplished Muay Thai competitor and coach, Ethan Cannon. Ethan is the former Pro QLD WMC Muay Thai Champion, Former 2x WKBF Australian Champion and Former 2x WKBF Queensland Champion. In addition to these achievements Ethan is also an accomplished Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Brown belt being multiple Pan Pacific, National, and State Championship medallist. Classes cater to all levels of adults from beginner to advanced with specific programs for each level. Juniors start at 3 and 4 years old for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and 6 - 8 years old for Muay Thai and MMA.

12/09/2026

🥊 SATURDAY MORNING OPEN GYM SPARRING 🥊

⏰ 10:00–11:00 AM

All levels welcome — from complete beginners to experienced fighters. Boxing, Muay Thai or MMA, its up to you 💥

Come down, glove up, get some rounds in, and have some fun. Great vibes, good training, and plenty of action 👊🔥

Come and join the fun! 🥊

Members of the Month 👏Congratulations to Stevie and Alessio on being our members of the month 🙌Both these legends have b...
31/08/2026

Members of the Month 👏

Congratulations to Stevie and Alessio on being our members of the month 🙌

Both these legends have been training BOTH Muay Thai AND BJJ with consistency and determination.

They are both a pleasure to have in the classes and add a great vibe to the gym. Thanks for being awesome 😘

Enjoy your prizes 🥳

🎡 CAIRNS SHOW PUBLIC HOLIDAY – FRIDAY 17 JULY 🎡We'll be running a modified schedule for the public holiday.🚫 No Junior C...
12/07/2026

🎡 CAIRNS SHOW PUBLIC HOLIDAY – FRIDAY 17 JULY 🎡

We'll be running a modified schedule for the public holiday.

🚫 No Junior Classes

🥊 Adults Muay Thai Classes
⏰ 9:00am & 5:30pm

🥋 Adults Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Open Mats
⏰ 9:00am & 5:30pm

Whether you're heading away for the long weekend or spending the day at the Show, we hope you have an awesome time!

The M A Connection Team

The M A Connection In-House BJJ Comp #3 - August 2nd 🥋🔥Our members-only BJJ comp is coming up - Sunday 2nd August!The S...
02/07/2026

The M A Connection In-House BJJ Comp #3 - August 2nd 🥋🔥

Our members-only BJJ comp is coming up - Sunday 2nd August!

The Smoothcomp link will be sent out when registrations open next week. This is another free event for our members 🙌

This is the chance to test your skills in Gi & No Gi,
gain competition experience, learn the ropes of registration, weight divisions & proper uniforms at no cost.

Competition Details:
- Open to all current members
- Gi and No Gi
- Follows IBJJF rules
- FREE to enter

Parents: Don't forget the correct belt!
* Lil Ninjas → White or Grey
* Junior Warriors → Current belt colour (White, Grey, Yellow, Orange, Green)

Step on the mats, challenge yourself, and support your teammates!

Registrations open soon. Check your member email's.

JiuJitsuLife

Members of the Month ✨️Congratulations to Bella and Jayce on being our June Members of the Month! Bella has stepped up ...
01/07/2026

Members of the Month ✨️

Congratulations to Bella and Jayce on being our June Members of the Month! Bella has stepped up her training and is now in the Intermediate and fighters Muay Thai classes. Her consistency, effort and focus are showing in her improvement and she is a pleasure to have around - a little ray of sunshine!

Jayce has also stepped up his game, now training 6 times a week and doing BOTH the BJJ junior Elite Team and Junior Muay Thai Comp Team programs. He is laser focused, always tries hard and gives it his all. And it shows 💪

Keep up the great work both of you and enjoy your prizes!!

Big congratulations to Harry, Bailey and Parks on earning their Yellow/White belts in BJJ! 👏🥋 Also a huge congratulation...
30/06/2026

Big congratulations to Harry, Bailey and Parks on earning their Yellow/White belts in BJJ! 👏🥋 Also a huge congratulations to Luca and Indie on receiving their Orange/White belts! An awesome achievement and a reflection of the dedication you’ve all shown.

This is only the beginning, and we look forward to seeing you grow.

Every age. Every skill. Every welcome here.Curious what our programs actually look like? Wondering which class is right ...
16/06/2026

Every age. Every skill. Every welcome here.

Curious what our programs actually look like? Wondering which class is right for your family?

From Lil Ninjas (4-7) to Adult Muay Thai, we break down each program. Find out what to expect, when to train, and how we help you grow.

Ready to join Cairns' most trusted martial arts crew? Message us to book your free intro week! 🥋✨

🏅 GRADING DAY — JUNE 2026 🏅On Saturday 6th June, we held one of the most memorable grading days in our academy’s history...
16/06/2026

🏅 GRADING DAY — JUNE 2026 🏅

On Saturday 6th June, we held one of the most memorable grading days in our academy’s history.

Families, teammates and coaches packed the mats to watch 10 dedicated members step up and earn promotion to a new belt. That’s months (and years) of showing up, doing the work, and growing on and off the mats.

A huge moment for the whole gym: massive congratulations to two of our longest-serving and most respected members, Martin Bogner and Zacherad Patten, who were awarded their BLACK BELTS. The pinnacle of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and a milestone that reflects over a decade of dedication to the gentle art.

To everyone who graded: we’re proud of you. You make this community what it is. 🤝

Want to read the full recap + see the gallery? https://themaconnection.co/news/bjj-grading-june-2026/

Address

12 Magazine Street
Cairns, QLD
4870

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30am - 11am
3:30pm - 7pm
Tuesday 5:30am - 7am
12pm - 7:45pm
Wednesday 5:30am - 11am
3:30pm - 7pm
Thursday 5:30am - 11am
12pm - 7:45pm
Friday 5:30am - 11am
4pm - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 10am
Sunday 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Telephone

+61408799828

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