Chris Fields coaching at Team KF
Swords, Dublin · Est. 2016

Walking into a martial arts gym shouldn't feel intimidating.

Train with world-class coaches in a genuinely welcoming community where complete beginners build confidence, fitness and real martial arts skills — one class at a time.

No experience needed Beginner classes every week Free first class World-class coaching

Coach awarding belt at Team KF
You're not alone

You're not worried about the workout. You're worried about walking through the door.

Most people who've thought about trying martial arts aren't held back by the training. They're held back by what they imagine the training will feel like.

Looking stupid in front of experienced fighters
Being too unfit, too old, or too out of shape to start
Walking into an aggressive, ego-driven fight gym
Slowing everyone else down or getting hurt

That's exactly why Team KF has dedicated beginner classes designed for people starting from zero — taught by coaches who've competed at the highest levels in the world, and who genuinely care about making sure you feel at home from day one.


Why Team KF

Elite coaching. Zero ego. Real community.

Three things that are genuinely rare to find in the same place.

Beginner friendly

No experience required. Dedicated beginner classes across BJJ, kickboxing and MMA mean you learn at your own pace, alongside people exactly where you are.

Elite coaching

Train with coaches who've competed and coached at the highest levels of MMA and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu — including former world champions and UFC veterans. This level of instruction in a beginner class is genuinely rare.

Community first

A supportive environment where people genuinely encourage each other to improve. No egos. No cliques. Just progress — and friendships that tend to last.

8+ Years coaching in Dublin
219 Five-star reviews — 100% recommended
36 BJJ Irish Open medals in one event
Free Your first class — no obligation

What members say

Hear it from people who were exactly where you are.

Every one of these reviews is authentic. Not a word has been changed.

"From day one I was made feel welcome without any fuss or ego. The standard of BJJ is excellent — technical, challenging, and well taught — but what really sets Team KF apart is the culture. It's a solid room with good people who train hard, look out for each other, and keep things respectful. It quickly felt like more than just a place to train."

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Sean Adams
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"Team KF has an incredible sense of community and a truly welcoming atmosphere. From day one, everyone has been so supportive, encouraging, and focused on helping each other improve. The coaches create an environment that is so positive, making it a place you genuinely look forward to training at. Highly recommended for anyone looking to start their martial arts journey."

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Lauren Delaney
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"If you're thinking about trying MMA, BJJ, kickboxing — this is the place to start. Coaches are extremely knowledgeable, the atmosphere is welcoming and friendly, and the training partners are great to work with."

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Andy Whitney
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All reviews sourced directly from Google. Team KF is 100% recommended across 219 Facebook reviews.


More than just a place to train

Team KF isn't just somewhere you train.

It's somewhere you build confidence. Somewhere friendships are made. Somewhere people genuinely want to see each other improve.

Whether your goal is getting fit, learning self-defence, competing, or simply trying something you've always been curious about — there's a place for you here.

No experience required — ever
Beginners train alongside beginners
No egos on or off the mats
Ladies-only classes available
Kids and teens programmes
Team KF BJJ squad

What you'll train

Classes for every goal and every level.

Beginners classes run throughout the week. Your first class is always free — just show up.

Kickboxing / K1

Striking fundamentals for all levels. Build fitness, coordination and practical stand-up skills in a high-energy environment.

Beginners welcome

Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Ground-based grappling taught by a decorated international competitor. Gi and NoGi classes from complete beginner to advanced.

Beginners welcome

MMA

Mixed Martial Arts combining striking and grappling. Taught by a former Cage Warriors World Champion — the highest-level MMA coaching available in Ireland.

All levels

Kids, Teens & Ladies

Dedicated programmes for younger members and women-only classes in a safe, structured and encouraging environment.

All ages

Your coaches

World-class athletes. Exceptional teachers.

What makes Team KF genuinely unusual is that high-level coaches run the beginner sessions. You're in good hands from your very first class.

Tom King — Head BJJ Coach
BJJ & Grappling Head Coach

Tom King

3rd-degree black belt and decorated international competitor. Multiple National, British and International Champion. Four-time European medalist. One of Ireland's most respected grapplers.

Chris Fields — Head MMA Coach
Head MMA Coach

Chris Fields

Former Cage Warriors and Cage Contenders Middleweight World Champion. One of the most experienced and respected MMA coaches in Ireland.

Aisling Daly — BJJ Coach and UFC Veteran
BJJ Coach & UFC Veteran

Aisling Daly

Ireland's first ever MMA world champion. Ireland's first female UFC fighter. Ireland's first female BJJ black belt. Multiple national and international title holder.


Common questions

Still have questions?

Everything you're thinking, someone else already asked. Here are the honest answers.

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No. Most people walking through the doors are complete beginners. The beginner classes are designed for exactly that — people starting from zero. Nobody expects you to know anything on your first day.
Absolutely. You train at your own pace. Martial arts will get you fit — you don't need to be fit to begin. Everyone starts somewhere, and the gym is set up to meet you where you are.
Safety and proper technique always come first at Team KF. Beginner classes focus on fundamentals, not sparring. The culture here is about learning and looking out for each other — not proving anything to anyone.
No. Adults of all ages and backgrounds train at Team KF. Some of the most committed members started in their 30s, 40s and beyond. There is no age limit on deciding to do something good for yourself.
Just comfortable gym clothes. Water. And yourself. We'll walk you through everything else when you arrive.
Drop-in classes are €20. Full membership is €98 per month — giving you access to all classes across the timetable. Your first class is completely free with no obligation.

Get started

Your first class is free.

The hardest part is walking through the door. We'll help with everything after that.

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Or call Tom directly — 086 313 4452  ·  Unit B3, Metropoint Business Park, Swords, Co. Dublin