Clan Wars 4 – Scheduled for 8th August, 2010
The Clan Wars promotion is sanctioned by the ISKA and their next show is now scheduled for 8th August, 2010 in Armagh. We’ll keep you posted with card information and updates as and when their received.
"It's Old School, I like it!", Dan Henderson, Olympic, Pride & UFC LegendTeam Kokoro Turn Up the Heat at “Hells Rage” in Wexford
Just a quick post to congratulate the boys on a rock solid team performance tonight. We’ll do our best to get some photos up along with a small write up asap.
Calling All Fighters & Athletes: Now’s The Time to Start MMA
Do you have experience in an applicable combat sport (e.g. Boxing, Kickboxing, Judo, Wrestling, Sambo, BJJ)? Or, maybe you’re an experienced athlete (e.g. Rugby Player, GAA Player, Strength & Fitness Athlete)? Interested in getting involved with MMA?
Clan Wars 3: Daily Mirror Report
Marc Turbitt, Daily Mirror
Last August I reported on Clan Wars 2 and was overly impressed by the display of MMA I witnessed that night. The next in the series, Clan Wars 3, on the 12th Feb 2010 at the new Sense Nightclub at the Glenavon House Hotel in Cookstown, Co. Tyrone, certainly had a lot [...]
Meet Kokoro’s BJJ Coach, Tony Souza, 2nd Degree Black Belt Under Ralph Gracie
Tony Souza is a 2nd Degree Black Belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu directly under Ralph Gracie. He’s a long history of working as both coach and fighter with Team Ralph Gracie and we’re delighted to announce that Tony has now officially joined the coaching team at Kokoro MMA, Dublin. We made Tony’s arrival official, with [...]
Kokoro MMA Dublin, 2010 Q1 Matchups Confirmed
Q1 of 2010 will prove to be an exciting one competitively for Kokoro Dublin. We’ve confirmed matchups for two of our more experienced fighters and three debuts are scheduled.
2010 – New Year, New Training Programmes!
Our 12 Week Progressive MMA Programmes have been hugely successful and we’ve received nothing but positive feedback on them. We’ve been keeping an eye on performance gains for the last 12 months and reached the conclusion that, provided we’re willing to keep pushing ourselves and the boundaries of what can and can’t be done, then [...]
Train For Free at Kokoro MMA, Dublin City
Having trouble deciding whether MMA is for you? Then there’s been no better time to get started. Kokoro MMA have always offered free training – allowing people the opportunity to decide whether MMA is for them. So why not try out a class?
Winter 2009 Level Assessment: Historic Day for Kokoro Dublin
Technical progression is constantly and consistently put to the test in all Kokoro Gyms. Dublin continues to lead the way with the final event of 2009. Congratulations to all involved in todays Level Assessment!
Kokoro MMA: Winter Submissions Tournament for Beginners 2009
The Kokoro Mixed Martial Arts Winter Submission Tournament for Beginners went down a storm this weekend. Forty members of Kokoro MMA Dublin, across five weight categories, got themselves a taste for tournament format submission wrestling on our competition surface. And we had a blast!
Winter Submission Tournament, 12th October, 2009
Just a bit of info for the the in-house tournament. This is essentially a training exercise that’s both a bit of fun and an opportunity to get a feel for what it’s like to compete. The weighin will take place at 10:00am. Read on for more information and tips.
Well Deserved Victory for Bowden at Ultimate Conflict V
Hard work pays off. Period. Just a few days ago, Johnny wasn’t sure that he would be fighting at Ultimate Conflict V, following the withdrawl of his opponent. It’s testimony to his mindset though, that he stayed 100% focused on being prepared to fight, training with fingers crossed!
Kokoro Mixed Martial Arts International, HQ, North Dublin City
It’s been a crazy weekend but it’s been worth it! Some forty or so volunteers from the gym have been working the whole weekend to get our new HQ up and running. We’re pleased to say, that training at the new place has begun!
Well Earned Rest This Bank Holiday Monday: 26th October, 2009
It’s Bank Holiday Monday and we’ll be taking a short rest – just for the day! Enjoy the well earned break and we’ll see you back at the gym on the Tuesday.
Autumn 2009 Level Assessment: The Sea of Kokoro Shirts Continues to Grow!
Another successful level assessment at Kokoro today. Some of our beginners group got together and twenty eight people fought it out to put themselves to the test and collect their coveted Kokoro shirts.
Smash & Blast Workshop (I): Fundamental Attacks for MMA Striking
Great bunch at the workshop today. Getting to grips with the fundamentals had a significant impact on the form of all in attendance; looking forward to seeing this come through in sparring and – with time – in the cage.
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Upcoming Matches: EFR and Ultimate Conflict
We’ve a couple of C-Class MMA matches on the horizon. Derek Coleman, Jonny Origan and Jonny Bowden are all set to step onto the canvas and test themselves on two of Ireland’s most respected shows.
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Kokoro Summer Submission Tournament 2009
What a day! Hands down the best display of sportsmanship, camaraderie and skills since the founding of Kokoro Mixed Martial Arts. The Summer Submission Tournament saw 30 participants, 6 medalists and 3 overall winners grappling their way through up to four matches to take gold in their respective weight categories.
This Week at Kokoro: Focus on Ground and Pound
“Ground and Pound” – the distinctive Hallmark of Mixed Martial Arts. This element of the sport has evolved to become a true fusion of grappling and striking skill.
Irish Times Reporter Angela Ruttledge Visits Kokoro MMA Dublin
Thanks to the Irish Times for visting us and to Angela Ruttledge for painting such a positive picture of the gym. Great to see her getting stuck in during her visit!
Pity that the girls weren’t around when Angela called in but we’re delighted to see she had such a good time!
