Opened in 1983 Jitsu is one of the oldest clubs at UWE.
Jiu Jitsu is a system of Self Defence, originally this martial art was developed and practised by the Samurai in Feudal Japan. With its wide syllabus employing locks, strikes and throws Jitsu is not a competitive sport, its practised as an effective system for modern self defence.
Jitsu is one of the few physical activities where women and men can take part on an equal footing. It’s a ‘team sport’ because you can only improve by working together with other club members, but its an individual activity because your progress and development is an individual to you.
All martial arts promise to teach self defence and improve your fitness, co-ordination and self confidence. So why is Jitsu different ? Firstly if it’s not enjoyable you won’t keep doing it, we make training fun, and tailor it to your ability so you won’t feel left behind and with a grading each term you will be showing your friends your new belt at Christmas.
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Our Governing body is the Jitsu Foundation, with over 100 clubs and 3,000 active training members in the UK.
Where they train/meet
You can attend up to three training sessions a week, held at the gym St Matthias campus, followed by a drink and a chat afterwards in the St Matts bar. How often you attend is up to you, everyone progressses at thier own pace, all are open to complete beginners.
You can begin at any point through the year although most people start during Freshers.
Classes are held Tuesday 8-10, Wednesday 6-8 and Friday 6-8.
Just turn up, and wear loose clothing suitable to to exercise. First Class is Free.
StMatthias Campus is on the U3 student flyer route.
Being a member of Jitsu is as much about the social life as the training. There are various events through the year, from bar crawls, ice skating, movie nights, Alton Towers etc. some events are held with Bristol Uni Jitsu club. Its pretty much up to the members , if you want it we will do it.
In addition to regular training we attend regional training courses each term with other local Jitsu clubs. All members are also able to attend two National weekends involving both training / and competitions.
There are also various specialist courses through the year, coaching , first aid, weapons etc.
In Aug 2009 we hope to have members represent UWE at the Jitsu International in S.Carolina USA
Absolutely NO previous experience is necessary, you do not need to have studied Jitsu or any other martial art to start and enjoy Jitsu.
To attend National events and take gradings you will need a judo suit which can be bought through the club at very reduced costs. No other equipment is required.
