As well as editing the Society section of The Gryphon, Mary Lumley acts as the President of the Leeds University Union Muay Thai Society. Here she discusses exactly what makes the society and the sport […]
Society Spotlight: Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
Quickly gaining traction as one of the most effective styles of fighting, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu stands apart from its counterparts due to its emphasis on technique that allows participants of all shapes and sizes to […]
Get Involved: LUU Self-Awareness Seminars
It is of utmost importance that students feel safe and secure both on and off campus. To assist with this, LUU is launching Self-Awareness Educational seminars in collaboration with the Martial Arts societies. Society Editor […]
Aikido: More Than Just a Martial Art
This week, Sam Robinson, a second year PPE student and the Treasurer of Aikido society, gives us a comprehensive view of what being in the society is like. Aikido is a Japanese martial art, […]
Martial Arts – A health journey for life
It’s Healthy Week 2015 and hopefully a few of us will be resurrecting those failed New Year’s resolutions and aiming to redeem ourselves. With so many workout plans available on the internet, including advice from […]
Why Martial Arts societies kick-ass
Many new members of the University have expressed the interest to start training in a martial art, but it is difficult to decide which is right for you and what makes them all different. Aren’t […]