News
An article about CEMAS published in Tijdschrift Lokaal Sportbeleid
The issue No. 296 (2025) of the magazine Tijdschrift Lokaal Sportbeleid features an engaging article about the official opening of the Centre for Martial Arts and Science (CEMAS).
VUB Celebrates the Launch of the Centre of Martial Arts and Science (CEMAS)
The opening of the new academic year at the Vrije Universiteit Brussel on 23 September 2025 was marked by a particularly memorable occasion: the official launch of CEMAS. As Prof.
Invited Keynote at International Seminar on Martial Arts and Youth Development
On 25 September 2025, Prof. Dr. Marc Theeboom will participate as keynote speaker at the International Martial Arts and Youth Development Seminar: From Principle to Action – Martial Arts for Youth Development and a Sustainable Future , held in Seoul, South Korea.
CEMAS opens its doors: Registration now available!
As announced earlier, the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) will officially celebrate the opening of the Centre for Martial Arts and Science (CEMAS) on 23 September 2025, at the university’s main campus in Etterbeek.
Vrije Universiteit Brussel to open Centre for Martial Arts and Science
On 23 September 2025, the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) will officially open its new Centre for Martial Arts and Science (CEMAS) at the university’s main campus in Etterbeek.
Events
Practical info18/02/2026 - 12:00 - 21/05/2026 - 18:00Lecture Series: Martial Arts, Culture and Society
Willy Calewaert Lecture Series
Dr. Alex Channon (University of Brighton, UK) has been awarded the Willy Calewaert Chair for 2026. He will deliver a series of lectures on Martial Arts, Culture and Society between February and May 2026.
