News
VUB Data Lab’s Mindful Team‑Building Experience with Taiji
On 3 February 2026, CEMAS organised a team-building activity for the members of the VUB Data Lab group, featuring an introduction to Taiji in the new CEMAS martial arts hall.
A Dynamic Finish to the SPLISS Research Day: Boxing Initiation at CEMAS
On Monday 2 March, the SPLISS Research Group gathered at CEMAS for an energizing boxing initiation led by VUBoxing — a dynamic and enjoyable way to conclude a productive day of academic exchange.
Willy Calewaert Chair I Lecture 2: Constructing, Managing, and Embracing Risk in Martial Arts
The second lecture of the Willy Calewaert Chair explored the theme Constructing, Managing, and Embracing Risk in Martial Arts.
Inaugural Lecture of the Willy Calewaert Chair
The inaugural lecture of the Willy Calewaert Chair took place on 18 February 2026 .
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).
Events
Practical info18/02/2026 - 18:00 - 21/05/2026 - 19:00Lecture Series: Martial Arts, Culture and Society
Willy Calewaert Lecture Series - Beyond the fight
Registrations are now open
Dr. Alex Channon (University of Brighton, UK) has been awarded the Willy Calewaert Chair for 2026.
