Introducing the Committee - Part 3

Treasurer: Dave

Grade: Yellow
Likes: o tsuri goshi, seoi otoshi, pressure points!!
Dislikes: Ground fighting with rules, certain elbow locks
Studies: Zoology
Why I do Jiu Jitsu: I've always wanted to do martial arts, but not had the opportunity. The atmosphere in a dojo is completely unlike any other. There's something special about it. I've never been very tall or heavy for my age and at times in the past, I wished I knew then what I know now. With 2 of the best sensei you will ever find and a wealth of knowledge from grades with different experiences, you can go a long way with the right motivation and a healthy mind-set.

Dangerous? Not really. Like all sports, there is a possibility to get injured, but everyone has respect for each other in Jiu Jitsu and injuries happen rarely!

I only joined in September 2007 and already I've been through a grading, a national event and learnt a lot about not only protecting myself, but avoiding bad situations altogether.
Other interests: I love keeping active by running, cycling, playing rugby and cricket and occasionally horse-riding. I also like travelling, learning languages and encountering new cultures. Going out with my mates is always a plus in my book; especially the Jitsu socials!

Introducting the committee- Part 2

Social Secretary: Little Jenny

Grade: White
Likes: yoko guruma
Dislikes: ko/o tsuri goshi (and wristlocks)
Studying: Nursing
Why I do Jiu Jitsu: "I've always been interested in martial arts, and Ju Jitsu seemed good for me as it doesn't rely on strength or height, of which I have neither! It's a good way to stay fit and meet new people, and the instructors are always willing to adapt a move to suit all of the people at the sessions. It's been really nice to meet people outside of my course, and to be in a different atmosphere. It's challenging and I'm a bit rubbish at the moment, but I look forward to training and when I do get the hang of something its very rewarding, and somewhat miraculous!!!
Other Interests: "I love trying different sports, travelling (if I can afford it), being outside, going out with my mates, the cinema... and hob nobs (I'm eating one right now), not to mention my rubber duck and cups of tea."

Introducing the Committee - Part 1

What better place to start than introducing our first committee member for 2008-2009:

The President: Jenny

Grade: Green
Likes: ko soto waza
Dislikes: ippon seoi nage
Studying: Nursing
Why I do Jiu Jitsu: "I started Jiu Jitsu for self-defence and to stay fit. The more I trained the more addicted I became! Now I just get the urge to train. Its a great way to relieve stress because as soon as you enter the dojo you can just switch off from work and on for Jitsu. I also love the social aspect to the club and have met some great people since I started."
Other Interests: I really love knitting; I knitted my arm-warmers that you can in my photo. I also like spinning my own wool.