Aikido
Aikido is a Japanese form of self defense which draws upon religious beliefs, philosophy and martial techniques to act as protection. Drawing on softer techniques, Aikido requires little strength and relies primarily on skillful grappling techniques.
Clay pigeon
Clay pigeon shooting dates back to the pre-1920s where live pigeon shooting competitions were held around the country. The modern day sport involves firing at flying ‘targets’ (the ‘clay pigeons’) with a shotgun, with the aim being to get as many ‘hits’ as possible.
For more info contact Alex Allen - aa7385@bris.ac.uk.
Gliding
With no engine, gliders are aircraft which rely purely on rising air in the form of thermals, ridge lift or wave lift to gain altitude and maintain it whilst they cruise around in the lower atmosphere. This surprisingly safe sport attracts a range of members, from recreational use to highly competitive aerobatic competitions.
Contact Alex Saunders – as8645@bris.ac.uk for more info.
Ju Jitsu
Ju Jitsu is the term given to a collective ensemble of unarmed Japanese martial arts which evolved from the Samurai as a technique for defeating enemies whilst unarmed. Similar to Judo, Ju Jitsu uses a combination of striking, locking and throwing techniques to overcome an opponent in a one to one clash.
Contact Jacques Beaupierre for further info – jb8964@bris.ac.uk.
Korfball
A dynamic and fast paced sport, Korfball is derived from a combination of netball and basketball and was invented in The Netherlands in 1902. Korfball involves mixed sex teams attempting to win by scoring in the opposing team’s basket. Only one team at a time may attack, and once 2 goals have been scored the teams swap roles, defenders then attack, and attackers must turn and defend.
To learn more, contact Alice Bromfield – ab5240@bris.ac.uk.
Lifesaving
Whether in the ocean or around a pool, lifesaving is a rapidly growing sport which involves speed and fitness. Lifesavers compete in a combination of individual and team events designed to mimic the skills required in a real life aquatic rescue, from "100m mannequin carry" to "100m rescue medley" to "team obstacle relay".
Contact Ben Walker – bw7439@bris.ac.uk to find out more.
Muay Thai Kickboxing
The national sport of Thailand, Muay Thai Kickboxing is a martial art practising ‘hard’ techniques – where an attacker’s brute strength gives them the advantage over an opponent. Prevalent throughout South East Asia; kicking, elbowing and punching are but some of the techniques used to defend and attack an adversary in this unique form of kickboxing.
For more info contact Temitope Akinola – ta7333@bris.ac.uk.
Shorinji Kempo
A Japanese martial art where the three main principles are that of Healthy Body, Health Mind and Self Defense. To demonstrate this, Shorinji Kempo exhibits a range of hard and soft techniques including punches, kicks, grapples and throws. During the ‘fight’ the competitors are scored for accuracy, rhythm and realism – he with the highest score, wins.
For further info contact Matthew Betteridge – mb8309@bris.ac.uk.
Ultimate Frisbee
Invented in the 1960s by a group of students, Ultimate Frisbee is a combination of traditional ‘frisbee’, netball and american football.
Players ( of which there are 7 a side) score by passing the frisbee to a team member in the opposing end zone. Once a team scores, opponents swap ends and the winning team is the first to reach 15. Versions include ultimate, beach, intense and street.
For more info contact Sam Bretherton - sb7507@bris.ac.uk
Underwater
Refers to the popular sport of scuba diving and other underwater activities whether in the pool or out in the open oceans.
For more info contact Calum Roke - c.roke@btinternet.com.
Charli Pratt
19/10/09
