Ryan Smyth

Ryan Smyth is a professional Brazilian Jiu jitsu Instructor and heads Atlantic jiu jitsu Sligo. He has been training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu (BJJ) since 2004 and has competed at top levels in BJJ, winning titles such as the Irish National Championships and the IBJJF European Championships. He is an Alliance Jiu Jitsu Black belt, which was awarded to him by Alliance team founder and world renowned coach, Romero “Jacaré” Cavalcanti.

Ryan is a graduate of IT Sligo where he earned his Bachelor of Business in Recreation and Leisure. During his studies Ryan represented the Institute internationally in sport and was awarded a sports scholarship, and in 2013 he was awarded Highest Achieving Sports Person of the Year  for his exploits in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Ryan is also a certified EQF Level 4 Personal Trainer, Wrestling Coach, Weightlifting coach; passionate about fitness and is highly motivated to help others reach their goals. So, be sure to take this opportunity to train with a consummate professional coach.