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STUDIO GALERA
Studio Galera 10 Year Anniversary

Studio Galera, Bandon

10 YEARS
STUDIO GALERA

6-12 April 2026 · Celebration Week

A decade of BJJ and gymnastics in Bandon, West Cork. Join us for a week of free classes, seminars, open mats, and a graduation ceremony.

Our Story

From a Small Room to a Thriving Academy

In 2016, Coach Galera opened the doors of a small gym in Bandon town centre with a few mats and a lot of belief. The space was tight, but the community grew fast.

In 2022, we moved to our current premises with a custom sprung floor, giving us the room to grow into the academy we are today, offering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu for kids, teenagers, and adults, as well as recreational gymnastics.

Ten years on, the gym has produced competitive grapplers at the highest level, confident young athletes, and a community of families who have made these mats their second home.

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6-12 April 2026

Celebration Week Schedule

A full week of classes, seminars, and community events. Free sessions are open to everyone, whether you've trained with us before or not.

Mon
6 April
Tue
7 April
Wed
8 April
Thu
9 April
Fri
10 April
Sat
11 April
Sun
12 April
10:00 - 11:00
Free
Free BJJ Parents + Kids Class
Free class for parents and kids (aged 5+) to train BJJ together. No experience needed.
10:00 - 11:00
Free
Free Women's Self-Defense Class + Kids
Free self-defense class for women. Bring the kids along (aged 5+), they can join in too. No experience needed.
10:00 - 11:00
Free
Free BJJ Parents + Kids Class
Free class for parents and kids (aged 5+) to train BJJ together. No experience needed.
10:00 - 11:00
Free
Free Women's Self-Defense Class + Kids
Free self-defense class for women. Bring the kids along (aged 5+), they can join in too. No experience needed.
12:00 - 14:00
Kids Competition Camp (Europeans Prep)
12:00 - 14:00
Kids Competition Camp (Europeans Prep)
12:00 - 14:00
Kids Competition Camp (Europeans Prep)
12:00 - 14:00
Kids Competition Camp (Europeans Prep)
12:00 - 14:00
Kids Competition Camp (Europeans Prep)
14:00 - 16:00
No-Gi Seminar with Guest + Open Mat
14:00 - 16:00
Kids + Adults Graduation + Open Mat
17:00 - 17:45
Free
Free Kids Gymnastics Taster
Free gymnastics taster session for kids aged 7+. No experience needed.
17:00 - 17:45
Free
Free Kids Gymnastics Taster
Free gymnastics taster session for kids aged 7+. No experience needed.
17:00 - 17:45
Free
Free Kids Gymnastics Taster
Free gymnastics taster session for kids aged 7+. No experience needed.
18:00 - 18:45
Free
Free Kids Gymnastics Taster
Free gymnastics taster session for kids aged 7+. No experience needed.
18:00 - 18:45
Free
Free Kids Gymnastics Taster
Free gymnastics taster session for kids aged 7+. No experience needed.
19:00 - 20:00
Free
Free Trial BJJ Class
Free introductory BJJ class. Open to complete beginners, all ages welcome.
20:00 - 22:00
Gi Seminar with Guest
20:00 - 22:00
No-Gi Seminar with Guest
20:00 - 22:00
No-Gi Seminar with Guest
20:00 - 22:00
Gi Seminar with Guest
20:00 - 21:00
Free
Free Women's BJJ Class
Free BJJ class for women. No experience needed, all levels welcome.
Free Class
Members Only
Competition Team

Giving Back

Bandon Community First Responders logo

Supporting Bandon Community First Responders

All classes during celebration week are free, but we'll be collecting donations for the Bandon Community First Responders, a dedicated group of volunteers trained to attend emergency calls in our area when every minute counts.

They work under the National Ambulance Service and are currently raising funds to replace community defibrillators and keep them maintained with pads and batteries. Any contribution, no matter how small, makes a real difference to this life-saving service right here in Bandon.

Ten years in this town, and Bandon has given us everything. This is a small way to give something back.

Bring a Mate

Bring a Friend for Free

During celebration week, every current member can bring a friend to any class for free. No form, no sign-up, just show up with your mate.

It's the best way to introduce someone to what we do here. If they enjoy it, they can sign up in their own time.

New

Studio Galera Online Shop

Custom-designed BJJ gear and hoodies, with gymnastics apparel coming soon. Celebrate the anniversary in style.

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Pick the sessions you'd like to attend and we'll save your spot. All free classes are open to everyone.

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