ORION Jiu Jitsu Academy

Very proud of this young man’s efforts representing Orion Jiu Jitsu/ ONYA Jiu-Jitsu / Judo / Yoga para Lutas at the AFBJJ national championships.

After being knocked out of his division in the first round he made a fantastic comeback in the Absolute. The Absolute was a deep division that required Jared Pitolau to adapt to multiple styles of Jiu Jitsu. Matching up with the gold medalist of his ultra heavy division in the first round he sprang back from his original loss and went on a run through a mix of fellow giants and dangerous guard players.

Jiu Jitsu competition demands a lot from those that step up to the challenge. Jared rose to it this weekend. Well done 👏👏👏

Onto the next.

Most will never know how much goes into getting here.

Not only the dream of the win but the work and effort it takes to step foot into competition. The peaks and the valleys can come quick and important battles must be won on the way to the battle itself.

This peak belongs to Jared Pitolau who we are immensely proud of. Hold your chin up high and be proud of all your work because we certainly are.

Thank you for continuing the story Orion Jiu Jitsu has been telling for almost 18 years now 🏆

ONYA Jiu-Jitsu / Judo / Yoga para Lutas Origin Athletics Fusion Fighting Championship

Proud is an understatement. I am beyond proud of our graders, our team that supported them at home and on the day at , our friends at and the .martial.arts association as a whole.

Congratulations to & on conquering your physical tests and achieving your new ranks. Your tenacity, technique and great attitudes shined through on what was another great regional grading day 👏👏👏💪

Congrats to H & Cookie from on your efforts and achievements as well.

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So proud of these four (as I am all our Junior students wether they compete or not) 💪

Over 15 years ago we produced Shepparton’s first adult champions and we couldn’t be more wrapped to have these little legends follow in our footsteps while they blaze their own paths in Jiu Jitsu.

While I openly admit I am no good at social media we are very good at Jiu Jitsu, and it is always a highlight of my week to teach the next generation in our Cubs & Ninjas programs.

Classes return tomorrow! Contact us to find out more about our Junior classes 🤜🤛

We are excited to be hosting longtime friend of the club, BJJ Black belt and all round good fella for what will no doubt be a great seminar and a good time on the mats.

Next Saturday 18th of April at 3pm at

Even though we insist we pay him he never accepts so once again it is a FREE event. What a guy 🤜🤛

And that’s a wrap for morning classes for 2025!

Congratulations to on receiving the 4th stripe on his blue belt this morning. At Orion the 4th stripe isn’t just a stripe but a symbol that the next belt journey is about to begin.

Awesome work this year and we look forward to 2026 🤜🤛

Thank you to all the brave ones who started their day with Orion Jiu Jitsu this year ☀️

5 more Gold medals for the wall 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇

Medals aren’t everything in this sport. But as we head into our 18th year it’s great to see the consistent quality of our Jiu Jitsu shine under pressure.

Not bad for a small club from the country (this could be our catchphrase lol).

Thank you for representing the team 💪

It’s always sad to see our people leave. But especially when it’s such an amazing human like

And even though it’s not forever the team will count down the days until your back on the mats again.

It’s not a goodbye it’s a roar at you later Rubysaurus.

Enjoy your adventure! ✈️

We look forward to teaching our Junior Ninjas each week maybe even more than they enjoy coming to class!

We are so very proud of all their progress too. Learning how to defend themselves against bullies and representing our team & town in competition 🥇🥇🥇

What a great little team you guys are!

So good to see our established members supporting our new teammates as they start their Jiu Jitsu journey at Orion.

Just like did for her when she started pays it forward to supporting her in learning to tie her belt.

Such a lovely moment and what a team of legends we have!