The Students’ Union is an independent charity that exists to advance your education at the University of Portsmouth through a range of exciting services and activities. Our mission is to have a positive impact with every Portsmouth student: Students are heard, students are empowered, students thrive.

The Students’ Union Elections.

What's On

At UPSU's Advice Service, we offer confidential, impartial and non-judgemental support on a range of academic and university issues that may affect your experience. Our team of trained advisers are on hand all year round to offer help where it's needed. The independent service works closely with the University of Portsmouth to resolve issues and ensure students are treated fairly.

UPSU are here to represent every student at the University of Portsmouth. We have many ways you can express your student voice, including: our Course Rep system, Have Your Say, Student Council, StART, Hot Topic, Annual Survey, Focus Groups, and more! Click on the tabs to learn more about each platform regarding Representation! You can also see a summary of our research by clicking on the UPSU Research & Data page.

Student Groups are a great development opportunity and a great place to find new friends, build a community and have a sense of belonging whilst at University!

Shop

Accessibility

Basic Self Defence - Taster Session (7:00pm)

Give It A Go Week
Thursday 24th Sep 19:00 - Thursday 24th Sep 20:00
From £0.00
Neptune Building, Activities Room 2

Basic Self Defence - Taster Session (7:00pm)

Name: Basic Self Defence - Taster Session (7:00pm)
Start: 2026-09-24T19:00:00+01:00
End: 2026-09-24T20:00:00+01:00
Location: Neptune Building, Activities Room 2

WHERE?

📌 Activities Room 2 (Neptune Building, 3rd Floor)

WHEN?

📆 Thursday 24th September

⏰ 7:00pm to 8:00pm

⌛ 1 hour

WHAT'S ON OFFER?

Basic Self Defence gives every person a chance to gain skills and confidence through a wide range of martial arts and self defence systems including: aikido, boxing, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, eskrima, judo and Krav Maga. Get to know us and a few basic techniques in our Give It A Go Session!

REQUIREMENTS

Bring water and wear comfortable clothes.

Event Tickets

Basic Self Defence

Event Tags

Freshers Societies

Share Event

Facebook X

Add to Calendar

Save to Google Calendar

Got a Question?

Contact Us

Call: 023 9284 3628
Email: hello@upsu.net
Map & Directions
Opening Hours

Useful Links

Social Accounts

The University of Portsmouth Students’ Union has a vision of creating a positive impact with every Portsmouth student during their time at University.