What is it?
MATSEC brings together people from cybersecurity and infosec who share a love of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Skip the conference small talk and swap it for a few rounds on the mat with people who speak your language on and off it.
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MATSEC
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The quarterly networking event for cybersecurity professionals who train Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
Free · £20 donation to Panathlon
Reserve your spotDate
Tuesday 8 December 2026
Time
2:00 – 4:00pm
Cost
Free · £20 donation to Panathlon
Artemis Security and Blaze Infosec present MATSEC Cybersecurity x BJJ networking event Q4 supported by Intaso
What to expect
A seminar-style class led by a BJJ black belt, with time to drill technique, optional sparring rounds and an open Q&A. Afterwards, we head out for food and drinks nearby: the best place to carry on the conversations you started on the mat.
Who’s leading it?
Nick Tiscoe is a 2nd-degree black belt under Kev Capel (Roger Gracie), with 20 years of coaching experience. He founded MATSEC Cyber × BJJ networking events and has hosted five events bringing the security and grappling communities together.
What does it cost?
Places are free. We ask every attendee to donate £20 to the Panathlon Foundation, which gives young people with disabilities and special educational needs the chance to compete in sport. You’ll get a limited-edition MATSEC rash guard, the session, and food and drinks afterwards.
Who is it for?
Everyone, from first class to black belt. The session is built so beginners can join in comfortably and experienced grapplers still get something from it. Sparring is optional, and partners are matched by experience and size.
What to bring
Gi or shorts/leggings, water and a towel. We’ll provide your rash guard: just tell us your size when you register.
Supported by
MATSEC London is made possible by our partners Artemis Security, Blaze Infosec and Intaso.
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FAQ
I’ve never trained. Can I come?+
Yes. Beginners are welcome and fully looked after.
Is it safe?+
Everything is supervised by a black belt, and all participants sign a waiver at registration.
Will there be photos?+
Yes, a photographer will be there. Tell us at registration if you’d prefer not to be featured.
Where exactly?+
Can I get a refund?+
Places are free, so there’s nothing to refund. If you can’t make it, please let us know so we can offer your place to someone on the waitlist.
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Register
Tuesday 8 December 2026 · 2:00 – 4:00pm
Free · £20 donation to Panathlon
Get your ticket> reviews --attendees
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“Nick is not only an exceptional coach and brilliant event organiser but also a great human. Nick has twice put on for us BJJ Networking events which have gone extremely smoothly and successfully.”