How many martial arts studios are there in Cork?
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Studiomaps lists 22 martial arts studios in Cork. They cover disciplines such as Brazilian jiu-jitsu, mixed martial arts and Taekwon-Do. Studios are spread across the city and its suburbs, so most people can find one within a short drive or bus journey of home or work.
Which area of Cork has the most martial arts studios?
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Ballincollig has the most martial arts studios of any Cork area on Studiomaps, ahead of Cahergal, Ballinure, Bishopstown and Coppinger's-stang. Ballincollig Taekwon-Do is based there. If you live on the west side of the city, Ballincollig and Bishopstown give you the widest choice without travelling into the centre.
What are the best-known martial arts studios in Cork?
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Well-known Cork studios include T45 Jiujitsu Cork, MMA Cork in Knocknabohilly, Aontach Jiu-Jitsu in Dublin Hill, Barão Jiu-Jitsu Cork and Ballincollig Taekwon-Do in Ballincollig. Between them they cover Brazilian jiu-jitsu, mixed martial arts and Taekwon-Do, so you can compare styles before deciding where to train.
Can complete beginners join martial arts classes in Cork?
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Yes. Most of the 22 Cork martial arts studios run beginner classes, and many allow a trial session before you sign up for a membership. Jiu-jitsu, Taekwon-Do and MMA are all taught from first principles, so you don't need any fitness or combat experience. Contact the studio directly to confirm trial and beginner class times.