Studio Galera News

26 February 2026

Studio Galera in Bandon, West Cork is adding a dedicated No-Gi class for kids aged 7-13, running every Wednesday evening from 6:00 to 6:45 pm.

17 February 2026

Coach Galera wins double gold in Gi and No-Gi while his son Rayan takes gold and silver at the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam and AJP Tour in Rome, representing Studio Galera in Bandon, West Cork.

22 January 2026

Studio Galera instructor Stuart Carmody from Bandon, West Cork finished second at the IBJJF European Championship purple belt division after five tough matches in one of the tournament's deepest brackets.

15 December 2025

Five teenagers earned their blue belts at Studio Galera in Bandon, West Cork, plus kids' belt promotions and competition showcase at our December graduation ceremony.

1 December 2025

Studio Galera in Bandon took home the title of Best Academy Overall at Grappling Series 2025, finishing first across all four competitions in Cork with a €1,000 prize.

9 November 2025

Studio Galera in Bandon, West Cork brought 11 kids to Dublin for the inaugural European No-Gi Kids Championships and came home with 10 medals - 3 gold and 7 silver.

5 November 2025

Adult competitors from Studio Galera in Bandon, West Cork represented Ireland at the No Gi Europeans, bringing home two gold medals and one silver.

29 September 2025

Big surprise for our kids program at Studio Galera in Bandon - brand new competition rashguards sponsored by West Cork Coffee.

17 August 2025

A brilliant week of gymnastics, capoeira, and self-defense at Studio Galera in Bandon, West Cork for beginners aged 6-14. No experience needed, just enthusiasm and a willingness to try something new.

20 July 2025

Our advanced BJJ students spent five days at Studio Galera in Bandon, West Cork pushing their limits with competition training, capoeira, gymnastics, and an unforgettable visit to Bandon Fire Station.

4 July 2025

Coach Galera from Studio Galera in Bandon wins triple gold at the World Police & Fire Games 2025, dominating BJJ and making his freestyle wrestling debut.