OUR MISSION
At Gorey Grappling Academy, we are proud of the welcoming, inclusive, family-friendly environment we have created. People from ages 4 to 60+ have a place to train and become part of a supportive team.
We cater to the day-one person looking to try a new sport/hobby, all the way up to experienced competitors looking to sharpen their game and win titles.
We also understand that starting BJJ for the first time can be daunting. That's why we have our fundamentals BJJ program, specifically designed for brand-new students, introducing them to the basic techniques, movements, and principles of BJJ.
With a tailored curriculum and clear pathway to our mixed-level classes, we cater to everyone and their personal goals.
Adults Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
We offer both Gi and NoGi BJJ classes for beginners and experienced practitioners following a carefully curated curriculum to ensure everyone gets the most from each session.
Along with an additional judo class every friday to keep your takedown game strong.
all classes are instructed by qualified, experienced passionate coaches.
Teens BJJ
Our Teens BJJ classes are fun, engaging classes where you will learn all aspects of grappling (bjj,wrestling and judo) as well as gain fitness,mobility,dicipline and make new friends.
these classes are perfect for beginners!
Kids BJJ
For ages 7 to 12, these classes are a fun, supportive environment where your child will learn BJJ, make friends and gain confidence, dicipline and respect.
whether your child is looking to take up a new/different sport or wants to compete, these classes cater to all!
Kids Judo Assist
Our kids' Judo Assist classes are fully inclusive judo classes catering to children of all abilities, including children on the autism spectrum and with other additional needs. We have classes for ages 4-8 and 8+.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
Nicholas Donnelly
academy manager| BJJ Black Belt
With 10 years of grappling, Nick has competed at the highest level all over the world with success on some of the biggest shows in Europe.
Nick manages the academy's day to day running and teaches kids BJJ and Judo as well as adults fundamentals and Gi/NoGi mixed level classes. With a huge emphasis on the fundamentals as well as studying what is working at the highest levels of the sport, Nick is responsible for curating our curriculums.
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Adonias Miranda (Junior)
head of affiliation | BJJ black BeltÂ
Junior is our most senior black belt with 25+ years of experience in BJJ. He is head of the Portugal Gold Team Affiliation in Ireland.
He is also in charge of our kids' BJJ program, where his three children train.Â
Sean Davitt
Judo sensei | 3rd Dan Black Belt Judo
BJJ black belt
Sean is responsible for our kids' judo assist program, where he specialises in coaching kids with additional needs. Sean also teaches our adults' judo class. He boasts an impressive competitive career in judo with many national titles and international success. With over 20 years as a Judo black belt and a BJJ black belt, Sean brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his classes.
Our Location
Ramstown upper,
Gorey business park,
Co. Wexford.
Y25V6H9