Liverpool Ju-Jitsu legend Sue King has been travelling the world teaching and giving talks about her inspiring journey overcoming adversity. Having just celebrated 40 years of martial arts, the owner of the Muga Mushin Ryu Ju-Jitsu school in Norris Green is using her story to help inspire others internationally.
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Sue King is a highly respected figure in the martial arts community and the highest-ranking active female Japanese Ju-Jitsu practitioner in the UK. A Shihan, 7th Degree Black Belt, and dedicated Buddhist, Sue has also served as the Regional Officer for Ju-Jitsu in Liverpool. As the founder and owner of Team Mushin CIC, she passionately dedicates her life to empowering both children and adults, helping them improve their lives through the transformative practice of Ju-Jitsu.
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Her school and Community Interest Company in Norris Green has saved countless children from lives of crime — getting kids ‘off the street and into the gym’ and there have been too many success stories to mention. Sue and her team instil key values and ethics into the pupils — using Sue’s personal experiences as inspiration to show what’s possible.
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As featured by the Liverpool Echo, BBC Radio Merseyside, BBC North West Tonight, BBC News and BBC Sportsday, Sue’s story has touched many people. As a child, Sue’s mother died when saving her from a house fire — a tragedy that caused skin grafts that made her a target for childhood bullies. She then grew up as the sole carer for her seriously ill father, who was in hospital during the fire.
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Sue started self-defence classes while in high school to deal with bullies and said it gave her “an escape from my reality, from home”. Her father died in 2008, leaving her with funds she used to open her Ju-Jitsu school to give children a safe space to learn and has since dedicated her life to giving them better lives. Taking this one step further, she is now sharing her skills, knowledge and experiences across the globe.
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Sue explained: “The past 12 months have been nothing short of incredible. Our gym has gone from strength to strength, with new classes added to support our growing community. We’re especially proud of how our children’s classes have thrived. I resumed training BJJ with my lifelong friend and Mushin coach, Steven Hughes. Our Ju-jitsu journey spans over 30 years, and it’s been deeply rewarding to train with him again.”
“Unfortunately, early on in the year I faced a significant challenge — a knee injury sustained during training that sidelined me for many months, preventing me from training and attending some UK seminars. While it was a difficult period, it reminded me of my motto of triumph over adversity and the importance of resilience and adaptation, values I strive to share with our students.”
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She continued: “It’s been a great honour to teach throughout the UK and beyond. I’ve had the opportunity to train at the renowned London Shootfighters gym, further enhancing my teaching and personal growth, and with the support and guidance of Kenneth Culshaw, 9th Dan and Founder of Wellam Martial Arts, I’ve taught seminars in Stavanger, Haugesund and Tønsberg in Norway.”
“I was joined on these trips by my uchideshi Sean who travelled with me as my uke and his assistance was invaluable in delivering these seminars. Next year I’ll be teaching and speaking in the UK alongside seminars in Norway, Belgium, Munich, and Portugal.”
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Stating that “if the little kid from Croxteth with literally nothing can triumph over adversity then everyone can”, Sue is on a mission to inspire and help as many people as possible — to show children and adults alike that your childhood and background doesn’t have to define you. In addition to the international seminars, she has launched a podcast, an online course and will be releasing two books.
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Sue summarised: “I’m really looking forward to an exciting 2025. I’m releasing two books, launching the Warrior Mindset online course, and continuing to grow the Warrior Monk Podcast, which is now available on Podbean. At the school and CIC, we’re planning even more events to bring our community together and make a positive impact.”
She continued: “I’m so proud that we’re truly making a difference and changing lives through martial arts. As we look to 2025, I want to thank everyone — students, parents, coaches, and volunteers — for their support and dedication. Together, we’re building something truly special and I’m so excited for what’s to come. Here’s to another amazing year of growth, learning, and community.”
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Liverpool Ju-Jitsu legend Sue King has been travelling the world teaching and giving talks about her inspiring journey overcoming adversity. Having just celebrated 40 years of martial arts, the owner of the Muga Mushin Ryu Ju-Jitsu school in Norris Green is using her story to help inspire others internationally.
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