Monarch Fight Academy
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Monarch Fight Academy is a martial arts academy in Loughrea, Co. Galway, teaching Brazilian Jiu Jitsu in both gi and no-gi, alongside K1 kickboxing, for adults and children. The BJJ programme is led by black belt Rowan Lovett, whose lineage runs through Michel "Durinho" Da Silva to Eduardo Santoro, while kickboxing is led by Joshua Gaynor. The academy also runs a women-only BJJ class focused on technique-based self-defence, open mats, beginner-friendly classes and beginner courses, plus private training. A published belt syllabus sets out youth and adult grading stages, and staff undergo Garda vetting and safeguarding training. The academy is IBJJF-registered.
Training
- Styles
- Jiu Jitsu · Gi / No-GiKickboxing · K-1
- Affiliation
- IBJJF and Eduardo Santoro lineage (via Michel "Durinho" Da Silva)
Programmes
- Kids classes
- Women-only classes
- Beginners' course
- Open mat
- Private lessons
Your first visit
- Trial
- Free trial · 7 days
- Beginners
- No experience needed
Timetable this week
Monday
K-1
Tuesday
K-1
K-1
Beginners
K-1
Wednesday
Thursday
K-1
K-1
K-1
Friday
TechniqueSelf-defence
Saturday
K-1
K-1
Sunday
Prices
AdultsUnlimited
€100.00Adults
€270.00Adults
€540.00Adults
€1,080.00Monthly
€75.00Monthly6 times a weekNo contractJiu JitsuKickboxing
€100.00MonthlySiblings
€135.00MonthlyNo contractSiblingsJiu JitsuKickboxing
€180.00MonthlySiblings
€190.00Monthlytwice a weekTueThu
€75.00Adultstwice a weekTueThu
€25.00Per class
€15.00From the gym's website, checked 5 October 2026.
Coaches
- Rowan Lovett
Head coachJiu Jitsu · Black Belt
- Denis
CoachJiu Jitsu · Purple BeltMMA · Professional
- Joshua Gaynor
Head coachKickboxing
- Adam
Assistant coachKickboxing
Contact
- Website
- https://monarchjiujitsu.com
- @monarch_bjj
Questions about Monarch Fight Academy
Where is Monarch Fight Academy?
Monarch Fight Academy is at Main St, Loughrea, Co. Galway, H62 N206, Ireland.
Which sports does Monarch Fight Academy teach?
Monarch Fight Academy is listed for Jiu Jitsu and Kickboxing.
Can I try Monarch Fight Academy before joining?
Yes. Monarch Fight Academy lets you train free for 7 days.
When are the beginner classes at Monarch Fight Academy?
Monarch Fight Academy runs classes open to beginners on Monday 17:00, Monday 18:00 and Monday 19:30.
How much does Monarch Fight Academy cost?
Prices at Monarch Fight Academy: ADULT MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP: €100.00 a month, ADULT 3 MONTH ACADEMY MEMBERSHIP: €270.00, ADULT 6 MONTHS ACADEMY MEMBERSHIP: €540.00, ADULT YEARLY ACADEMY MEMBERSHIP: €1,080.00 a year, KIDS 1 SPORT MEMBERSHIP: €75.00 a month, KIDS 2 SPORTS MEMBERSHIP: €100.00 a month, 2 KIDS MEMBERSHIP 1 SPORT: €135.00 a month, 2 KIDS MEMBERSHIP 2 SPORTS: €180.00 a month, 3 KIDS MEMBERSHIP 1 SPORT: €190.00 a month, KIDS GALWAY CITY MEMBERSHIP: €75.00 a month, WEEKLY FITNESS MEMBERSHIP: €25.00 a week and Adults · Women only · Drop-in · Fridays only · 60 min · Jiu Jitsu: €15.00 a class.
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