IMMAA - Irish Mixed Martial Arts Association

16/06/2026

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What If In 20 Weeks You Were Someone You Didn't Recognise?

Coach Liam-Og Griffin from SBG Cork breaks down the Alta Warrior Training Program, one of the most transformative beginner MMA programs in the country.
Over the last 10 years, more than 1,000 adults have completed this program, and not one of them has ever regretted it.
What You Need to Know:
• A 20-week beginner MMA program combining boxing, kickboxing, wrestling, and jiu-jitsu.
• No prior experience needed. Every class is structured from day one on fundamentals.
• At the end of the 20 weeks, there is an optional fight night finale: a fully sanctioned amateur MMA event.
• You just need to show up.

Season 16 kicks off on July 20th

Spaces are limited and will go fast. Get your name on the list now to those gyms

16/06/2026

Team Ireland Youth: Building the Future 🇮🇪

Our Team Ireland Youth athletes were back on the mats this past Sunday for another high-intensity squad session.

The dedication and work ethic on display were truly inspiring. As these young athletes prepare to represent Ireland on the international stage, every session is a vital step in their development. It is fantastic to see the growth in skill, confidence, and team spirit as they push each other to reach new heights.

We are incredibly proud of the commitment shown by our youth squad. They are not just training to be better fighters: they are training to be the future leaders of Irish MMA.

15/06/2026

🇮🇪👊 Another Incredible IMMAF Referee & Judge Course Completed 👊🇮🇪

What a fantastic weekend of learning, development and collaboration as IMMAA welcomed IMMAF Official Stephane Demonty to Ireland to deliver another outstanding IMMAF Referee & Judge Course.

A huge thank you to everyone who took part. Your commitment to developing the sport, improving your knowledge, and raising the standards of officiating in Irish MMA is hugely appreciated.

One thing every attendee quickly discovered is just how challenging the role of an official can be. Making split-second decisions, applying the rules consistently, ensuring athlete safety, and maintaining fairness throughout competition requires a huge amount of knowledge, concentration and professionalism.

Whether attending as a coach, athlete, existing official or someone beginning their officiating journey, participants gained a whole new appreciation for the important role officials play in our sport.

We look forward to seeing many of you progress through the IMMAA and IMMAF pathways and supporting you at future events both nationally and internationally.

A special thank you also to Derek Hickey, Derek Black and Laura Coates for all their help, support and hard work throughout the weekend.

As always, great things happen when people come together with a shared goal.

●Teamwork
●Education
●Development
●Respect for Officials
●Growing Irish MMA Together

Thank you all for being part of it 🙌✨️

👀 Keep an eye out for our next IMMAA / IMMAF Course announcement.

Whether you're a coach, athlete, official or simply passionate about the sport, there will be more opportunities to learn, develop and get involved.

14/06/2026

Referee & Judge Course Day 1 Recap

Title: Successful Day One: IMMAF Referee & Judge Course

We are delighted to report that the first day of our IMMAF Referee & Judge Course was a resounding success.

A massive thank you to Stephane Demonty for joining us and sharing his world-class knowledge and expertise with our IMMAA participants. Having an official of his caliber provide such deep technical insights is an invaluable experience for everyone involved.

The dedication shown by our participants yesterday was outstanding. By committing to this level of professional development, we are ensuring that the standards of officiating in Irish MMA continue to rise to the highest international levels.
We look forward to building on this momentum as the course continues.

13/06/2026

Elite standards on the mats 🇮🇪🥊

Our Junior and Senior Squads are putting in the work and raising the bar every single session. The dedication on display is what builds champions.

12/06/2026

Youth Squad Session: Team Only

A reminder for all our youth athletes that we have a squad session taking place this Sunday, June 14th. This session is for team members only and is a vital part of our ongoing development program.

Session Details:
• Date: Sunday, June 14th
• Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

Important Requirement:

Please note that you must hold a valid Youth IMMAA membership before purchasing or adding this single squad session class. Ensuring your membership is up to date is essential for participation.

We look forward to seeing the team on the mats for another high-energy session of learning and growth. Let's keep pushing the standards of Irish MMA together.

12/06/2026

Shaping the Future: Our Youth Coaches

Our youth coaches are the driving force behind the future of Irish MMA. They don't just teach techniques: they build character, confidence, and the next generation of champions.

Learn. Develop. Lead.

Every session is an opportunity to mentor, inspire, and guide our young athletes toward excellence. It takes a special kind of dedication to shape the champions of tomorrow, and our coaches deliver that passion every single session.

Knowledge. Mentorship. Impact.

We are proud to have a team that prioritizes safety, skill development, and the growth of our community. Thank you to all our dedicated coaches for being part of the action and leading the way for our youth squads.

12/06/2026

The Countdown is On: 1 Day To Go!

We are just 24 hours away from our Referee & Judge Course. This is your final chance to step up and be part of the action from a whole new perspective.

Whether you are looking to deepen your technical knowledge, develop your professional skills, or open up new opportunities within the sport, this course is designed to give you the tools you need to succeed as an official.

Learn. Develop. Officiate.

Tomorrow, we take the next step in ensuring the highest standards of officiating for Irish MMA. We look forward to seeing all our participants ready to gain invaluable experience and contribute to the growth of our community.

Are you ready to be part of the action?

11/06/2026

👊🇮🇪 IMMAF REFEREE & JUDGE COURSE – THIS WEEKEND 🇮🇪👊

This course is an incredible opportunity for coaches, athletes and anyone interested in learning more about IMMAF rules, scoring and officiating.

Whether you want to:
✅ Improve your understanding of Fight IQ
✅ Better prepare your athletes for competition
✅ Gain a deeper understanding of how bouts are scored
✅ Start or progress your journey as an official at local, national or international level..this course is for you.

🔥 Good news! We still have 2 places available.
If you intended to take part but haven't booked yet, now is your chance. Use the booking link below to secure your place.

WEEKEND SCHEDULE:

🗓 SATURDAY, June 13th
📍The Ahern Conference Room, Louis Fitzgerald Hotel
🕘9:00am – 1:00pm

Tea, coffee and biscuits will be provided.
The hotel bar will have a lunch menu available during the break.

🕑2:00pm – 5:00pm

🗓 SUNDAY, June 14th
📍The Ahern Conference Room, Louis Fitzgerald Hotel
🕘9:00am – 1:00pm
Lunch Break

Practical Session:
📍SBG HQ
🕑2:00pm – 5:00pm

We look forward to welcoming everyone for what promises to be a fantastic weekend of learning and development.

Safe travels and see you all there! 👊🇮🇪

11/06/2026