Phase 01 – Power Up

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Power Up is a brand-new project initiated by the Leo Club of the University of Colombo that falls under the category of sports and recreation.

The topic addressed in the first phase was to spread awareness and educate the public on techniques of self-defense and the legality behind it.  Prior to the final event of the first phase, a campaign was carried out to spread awareness on the importance of self-defense using scenario-based videos which were published on social media platforms such as YouTube, Facebook and Instagram.

The final event was successfully carried out on 19th February 2022 at the Indoor Gymnasium of the University of Colombo from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the active participation of over 50 delegates attending the session both physically as well as virtually through Zoom and Facebook platforms.

The final event consisted of two sessions. The first was a demonstration of self-defense techniques conducted by the current karate captain of the University of Colombo, Mr. Sanju Wickramasinghe. The second session was to address the legal aspects behind self-defense conducted by Ms. Lakmali Dissanayake, a renowned criminal lawyer at State Counsel, Attorney General's Department.

A special appreciation goes to the platinum sponsor for Power Up, Fems – Hemas Holdings PLC that provides us with massive support to make this project a success.
Look forward to the upcoming phases of the project.  And tune into fitness with us!

Maheshi Yatipansalawa - Project Secretary



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