Celtic Pride Martial Arts

Powell St, Abertillery NP13 1EG, UK

4.9 (54 reviews)

Disciplines

Gi MMA Muay Thai Striking

Classes

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Located in Abertillery, South Wales, Celtic Pride Martial Arts is a full-time martial arts academy specialising in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), Muay Thai (Thai Boxing), and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Established in 2007, we have been coaching champions for 18 years, helping students of all ages and skill levels develop strength, confidence, and technique. Our expert instructors, Greg Creel (BJJ) and Stephen Giffard (Muay Thai), provide high-quality training in a welcoming and structured environment. We also offer a successful kids’ martial arts programme, designed to build discipline, coordination, and self-confidence. With no monthly contracts, a full-time training schedule, and a FREE first session, there’s never been a better time to start your martial arts journey.

Coaches

Greg Creel Head Coach Owner

Head BJJ coach & MMA; academy owner.

Eve Bradley

Assistant instructor - BJJ.

Jamie Hughes

BJJ assistant instructor.

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Lira BJJ

They hosted us for a warm up training before Polaris! Really welcoming and great facility with showers and great mat space.

Facility Atmosphere
Posted 7 months ago
LJ electrical installations

Just started BJJ last week, I've now been involved with both GI and non Gi sessions which were both excellent, the staff and members couldn't have been more welcoming, which was great as I thought turning up on my own would be daunting. But everyone was happy for me to jump in with them during the sessions and gave great advice on techniques etc... Ive now joined with a membership as im convinced this is the place for me. I would highly recommend Celtic pride to anyone.

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Posted 8 months ago
hugh fletcher

Super welcoming atmosphere, being from out of town this is needed. High class coaching and technical wrestling. Highly recommend 🙏

Instructors Atmosphere
Posted 1 year ago
Mark

I came to visit this gym for an over 40's BBJ open mate and I have to say it's the nicest martial arts gym I've ever set foot in. It's an old chapel that's been recently renovated and it's fantastic. You have a nice changing rooms with lovely showers, and the upstairs BBJ area has a lovely vaulted ceiling with loads of natural light coming in through the velux windows and lovely exposed timber A frames. The mats are top notch and the black belt instructor is amazing.

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Posted 1 year ago
Jason Jones

Highly recommend Celtic pride martial arts gym, this new facility is superb for all levels and abilities of BJJ and Maui Thai, catering for kids, adults and female only classes this gym is levels above 🔥 Always a very welcoming and friendly atmosphere
Posted 1 year ago
Kara (Kara)

Fantastic new facility. Fantastic people. If you are thinking of starting your child in a martial arts class, don’t hesitate to take them to Celtic Pride Martial Arts.
Posted 1 year ago
Mevzzy

Visited Celtic Pride MMA in Brynmawr today for a Muay Thai session, and unfortunately it was a really poor experience. As soon as I walked in, there were no friendly faces, no greeting, and no effort from staff to make newcomers feel welcome. I was just asked to pay at the counter, and when I asked where to go, the staff didn’t even seem to know themselves. No acknowledgment from anyone — staff or people already training. The atmosphere felt closed-off and uninviting, almost like outsiders weren’t meant to be there. I felt completely out of place to the point I ended up walking out. Class was meant to start at 6pm, and by 6:15 there was still no sign of the coach. Overall, I wouldn’t recommend this gym to anyone new looking to learn. You won’t gain anything here except feeling uncomfortable and being stared at. Very disappointing experience. It also says new starters have a free single session, this is not rhetorical case at all. You will be charged. I would have given 0 stars but there’s no option for it.

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Posted 9 months ago