2025-04-26 –, Seminar Room 1
Karate is a martial art focused primarily on improving self-defence, recognising different types of attacks and being prepared to react to them in an efficient way. Sound familiar? Its enduring legacy offers us many lessons that we can bring into our workplaces to strengthen our security. Also, Cobra Kai has made it cool all over again, so tie on a patterned headband, grab a bonsai tree, and join me to explore how karate can help us improve security. Please note that no previous experience is necessary, and no audience members will be "volunteered" for demonstrations.
The presentation will start with an introduction and explanation of why I'm talking on this topic. I will explain that as a Nidan (second dan) black belt in karate working in cybersecurity, I'm in a position to draw lessons between the two. It will then say what it will not be: a karate class, Cobra Kai, or a history lesson.
The main part of the presentation will consider the three main aspects of karate, kihon (basics), kata (set patterns of moves), and kumite (sparring). It will explain what each of these areas are, what they require from the practitioner, and how they apply to cybersecurity. This will be backed up with anecdotes and examples that I've gathered during my time learning karate.
After the three main areas, the presentation will cover the "black belt level" of tips, the lessons that might not be obvious to a beginner but become clearer as they progress through the grades.
The presentation will take a light-hearted approach, avoiding technical descriptions or confusing jargon. No previous experience or knowledge of karate will be required.
1 - Complete beginner friendly. Suited to anyone including younger people, newbies, parents etc.
Organisation or Affiliation?:Hargreaves Lansdown
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