BJJ Gyms in Dublin 12, Ireland

Checkmat Dublin 12

Checkmat Dublin is a beginner-friendly Brazilian Jiu Jitsu team based in Ballymount Corporate Park, D12F751, right beside the M50 in Dublin 12, Ireland. Founded by Head Instructor John Kelly, the academy is part of the prestigious Checkmat international team. The gym proudly became the 2025 Irish Open Team Champions, demonstrating the high level of training and competitive success of the team. The academy values friendship, respect, and creating a fun training environment that helps students learn effectively. Everyone is welcome from beginners to advanced individuals, with coaches actively ensuring even the most shy person is partnered up. The philosophy at Checkmat Dublin is that everybody is equal from white belt to black belt. The gym offers the option of attending classes with your children depending on their age, making it convenient for families. Head Instructor John Kelly is a black belt with an exceptional competition record, including 38 IBJJF medals (19 gold, 7 silver, 12 bronze) as of May 2023. He is a two-time European No-Gi Champion and 2023 IBJJF Black Belt Master European No-Gi Middle Weight Champion. The coaching team also includes Nathan O'Callaghan (brown belt, World Champion and IBJJF European Champion) and Thomas Gilroy (brown belt, 2024 ADCC Masters World Pro Bronze medalist, teaches No-Gi Fundamentals). While there is no pressure to compete, Checkmat Dublin supports a very successful competition team that participates in local competitions.