# Luistro Combat Academy

> Cloverdale, Australia

## Overview

**Name:** Luistro Combat Academy

**Description:** Luistro Combat Academy is a premier martial arts training facility in Cloverdale, Western Australia, specializing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, MMA, and wrestling. Founded by head coach Romel Luistro, the academy is affiliated with John Ouano's Tsunami BJJ network and carries on the tradition of high-level grappling and combat sports training.

The academy has gained international recognition as the training home of UFC fighters Cody Haddon and Quillan Salkilld, who became the third and fourth Western Australians to sign with the UFC after earning contracts through the Dana White Contender Series in 2024. This achievement demonstrates the academy's commitment to developing world-class martial artists and fighters.

Led by head coach Romel Luistro, the academy offers comprehensive programs for all ages and skill levels, from kids BJJ and wrestling to adult programs in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (gi and no-gi), MMA, and Greco-Roman wrestling. The training philosophy emphasizes discipline, dedication, and continuous improvement, with the academy's motto being "A black belt is just a white belt that never quit."

**Status:** Active

## Contact Information

**Address:**
3 Love Street, Cloverdale
Cloverdale 6105, Australia

**Email:** luistroacademy@gmail.com

**Website:** https://luistrocombat.com

**Social Media:**
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luistrocombatacademy/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luistrocombatacademy/

## Pricing

## Instructors


### Romel Luistro

**Role:** Head Instructor

**Bio:** Owner and head coach of Luistro Combat Academy, part of the Tsunami BJJ network under John Ouano. Known for developing UFC fighters including Cody Haddon and Quillan Salkilld.


## Programs

### Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** BJJ program for children focusing on technique, discipline, and fun in a safe environment

### Kids Wrestling

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** kids

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** No-gi wrestling program for juniors aged 5-15, building fundamental grappling skills

**Classes:**

### Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (Gi)

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** Gi required

**Description:** Traditional BJJ training in the gi for adults at all skill levels

### Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (No-Gi)

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** No-gi grappling program for adults, mixed levels welcome

**Classes:**

### MMA

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Mixed martial arts training combining striking, grappling, and wrestling

### MMA Fighters Only

**Skill Level:** Advanced

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Advanced MMA training for competitive fighters

### Greco Roman Wrestling

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** adults

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Classical wrestling program focusing on upper body throws and clinch work

**Classes:**

### Open Mat

**Skill Level:** All Levels

**Age Group:** all_ages

**Gi Requirement:** No-Gi

**Description:** Open mat sessions for free rolling and technique practice



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**Last Updated:** March 01, 2026

**Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/australia/cloverdale/luistro-combat-academy)