our coaches
Team Ryano will provide a learning environment to cater for all levels and experience. From the hobbyist BJJ player to the Professional MMA fighter.
Team Ryano will do so by ensuring each member from the Kids Academy all the way through to Elite groups are provided a pathway to develop their skills according to their own needs and ambitions..
Our Mission Statement
Respect
Honour
Loyalty
Core Values
''The true measure of a martial artist is not the number of victories, but the number of battles they have fought with honor''
Our Coaches
Howard Mannion & Robbie Brennan
BJJ
STRIKING
Brian Draper & Graham Sheehan
Lewis Byrne & Ger Harris
LITTLE RYANOS
Head Coach Profile - Andy Ryan
The Beginning
The Process
Andy started training in martial arts in Daigokan Judo Club, at the age of 6. With 15 years of Judo experience, he then joined the Irish army and Judo Team, competing in the Military Games in Croatia and travelling across the globe.
His passion for martial arts developed into coaching MMA during Ireland's Golden Era with his involvement in shows such as: Cage of Truth, Ring of Truth & Battlezone Fighting Championships
Now, Andy has successfully became a true pioneer in Irish MMA / BJJ with medalists in IMAF, Grappling Industries, NAGA and multiple National & International Competitions on his team.
Earning over 40 years in the game , Andy has achieved the titles as a UFC, Cage Warriors & Team Ireland Coach to name a few!
The Mission
Even with his strong expertise in Pro MMA, Andy believes that the younger generations are the future of the sport, valuing a family oriented environment at Team Ryano HQ Finglas.
''If you're part of Team Ryano, you're part of a family'' - Andy Ryan: The Journey , Severe MMA Podcast
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