Pankration MMA Kickboxing Academy

Welcome to Pankration MMA Kickboxing Academy, Limerick’s premier destination for martial arts and fitness training since 1992. Founded and led by professional fighters Dermot McGrath and Catherine Costigan, PKA offers a world-class training environment spread across 4,500 square feet. Our facility features a full-size cage, 100 square meters of mats, premium Twins punchbags imported from Thailand, and comprehensive strength and conditioning equipment to support every level of fighter.

Our programs are designed for everyone, from the youngest enthusiasts to elite competitors. The "Little Ninjas" program caters to children aged 4-7, while older kids (8-13) can join our beginner MMA and kickboxing classes. For adults, we offer comprehensive MMA training that covers striking, wrestling, and ground techniques, alongside specialized Ladies Fitness Kickboxing and personal training sessions. Whether you are looking to compete internationally or improve your general health, our certified coaches provide expert guidance in a safe and supportive atmosphere.

The PKA legacy is defined by results. Our students and fighters have represented Ireland in major promotions including Cage Warriors, BAMMA, and Invicta FC, as well as amateur leagues across Europe and the USA. Training at Pankration means joining a community that values discipline, improvement, and fun. Join us to discover what you are truly capable of achieving under the guidance of Ireland’s most experienced MMA coaches.

Pankration MMA Kickboxing Academy: Reviews

5/5 (12 Reviews)

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Carol Quinlan Published on 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Catherine is such a lovely person and fantastic with the kids. My little boy loves it

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Fishy Soldier Published on 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: I am trained by Dermot, Catherine and the other two guys, 5/5 If there was infinity I would press infinity to rate it.

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charlotte kiely Published on 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent dojo for Kickboxing & MMA. Catherin and Dermot are very good teachers and really show their students the right way and not the easy way great for discipline and the Gym is clean and run very well

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Dermot Published on 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent academy run really well and the kids love it.

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Limerick Sports and Social Club LSSC Published on 4 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great club, long list on waiting list!!!

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John Mulligan Published on 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Well run and great instructors.

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Derek Robinson Published on 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great place my son loved it

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Ray Daly Published on 5 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent place to train Dermot and Catherine are brilliant trainers would highly recommend Pankration Mma kickboxing

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Evan Daly Published on 6 years ago

Fantastic experience:

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Dermot Published on 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent academy run really well and the kids love it.

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Dermot Keane Published on 7 years ago

Fantastic experience: Excellent academy run really well and the kids love it.

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Hazel Killeen Published on 7 years ago

Fantastic experience:

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