# D15 Academy > Dublin, Ireland ## Overview **Name:** D15 Academy **Description:** D15 Academy is a community-focused Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu academy serving Dublin 15, with over 250 active students and a strong family-driven culture. Founded by Łukasz Szatkowski, a 1st degree black belt with over 18 years of BJJ experience, the academy offers a structured pathway from fundamentals through to advanced and competition levels. Whether you're seeking fitness, self-defense, or competition training, D15 Academy provides a safe, inclusive, and motivating environment for practitioners of all ages. The academy's mission is to help people discover the life-changing benefits of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through expert coaching and a supportive community. With a clear curriculum covering Fundamentals, Gi, No-Gi, and Competition pathways, students progress through structured programs tailored to their age and skill level. D15 Academy emphasizes respect, discipline, growth, community, and safety as core values, creating an environment where every student can thrive both on and off the mats. The coaching team brings international expertise and authentic Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu tradition to Dublin. Head coach Łukasz Szatkowski personally oversees every age group, from the youngest children to elite competitors, ensuring proper guidance and challenge. Alongside him, Mitchell Rodrigues Correa da Silva (2nd degree black belt from Brazil) brings traditional technique and modern competition strategy, while Anna Szatkowska (brown belt) serves as coach and academy manager, specializing in kids and teens programs while managing all academy operations. With clean mats, strict hygiene standards, flexible scheduling, and strong parent communication, D15 Academy has become a trusted second home for hundreds of families. **Status:** Active ## Contact Information **Address:** Unit 5, Coolmine Central, Coolmine Industrial Estate, Dublin Dublin D15 K2NN, Ireland **Phone:** +353 87 335 1355 **Email:** dublin15academy@gmail.com **Website:** https://www.d15academy.com **Social Media:** - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d15academy/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/d15academy/ - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@d15academy ## Hours of Operation - Monday: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM - Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM - Wednesday: 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM - Thursday: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM - Friday: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Saturday: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM - Sunday: Closed ## Pricing ## Instructors ### Łukasz Szatkowski - Black **Role:** Head Instructor **Bio:** With over 18 years of experience in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and more than 20 years of training across various martial arts, Łukasz Szatkowski is the founder and head coach of D15 Academy. His journey in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu began in 2007, and has since evolved into a full-time mission: building a supportive, competitive, and family-friendly environment where people in Dublin can train, progress, and thrive through the art of Jiu-Jitsu. Known for his structured beginner programs, strong kids development system, and technical precision, Łukasz leads a team of coaches who are just as passionate and dedicated. ### Anna Szatkowska - Brown **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** With a deep passion for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, child development, and community-building, Anna Szatkowska plays a key dual role at D15 Academy – both as a dedicated kids & teens coach and the organisational heart of the academy. She actively coaches some of the youngest and most promising students, while working behind the scenes to ensure that every class, event, and academy process runs smoothly. Known for her warm yet structured approach, natural leadership, and incredible attention to detail, Anna is loved by both students and parents. ### Mitchell Rodrigues Correa da Silva - Black **Role:** Instructor **Bio:** Born and raised in Brazil – the birthplace of Jiu-Jitsu – Coach Mitchell brings the spirit, technique, and tradition of the sport directly to D15 Academy. With his calm and precise style, Mitchell is known for helping students understand not just how to do a technique – but why it works. Whether you're working on basic fundamentals or advanced transitions, his teaching bridges the gap between traditional Brazilian training and modern competition-level strategy. ## Programs ### Little Champions **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Fun and safe introduction to Jiu-Jitsu for young beginners (Ages 4-5) ### Junior Explorers **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Develop coordination, focus, and basic techniques (Ages 6-7) ### Young Warriors **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Build confidence, discipline, and core skills (Ages 8-9) ### Future Champions **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Refine techniques, improve fitness, start learning strategy (Ages 10-12) ### Teen Development **Skill Level:** Intermediate **Age Group:** kids **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Challenge yourself physically while learning advanced skills (Ages 13-15) ### Adults Program **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Full-body training, self-defense, mental sharpness (Ages 16+) **Classes:** ### Adults Fundamentals **Skill Level:** Beginner **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Foundation program for adults learning core BJJ techniques **Classes:** ### Adults Advanced **Skill Level:** Advanced **Age Group:** adults **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Advanced techniques and strategies for experienced practitioners **Classes:** ### Competition Team **Skill Level:** Advanced **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** Gi required **Description:** Train with intensity, develop advanced techniques, and prepare for tournaments ### No-Gi Program **Skill Level:** All Levels **Age Group:** all_ages **Gi Requirement:** No-Gi **Description:** Grappling without the gi for all skill levels **Classes:** --- **Last Updated:** February 02, 2026 **Data Source:** BJJ.Space (https://bjj.space/gyms/ireland/dublin/d15-academy)