About Mata BJJ

Jose Mata BJJ Instructor

José Mata

Head Instructor

José Mata is a 2nd degree BJJ black belt under Ricardo Da Silva, Nova Forca’s UK head instructor. Jose has trained with Ricardo since he was a purple belt on the mats learning all of his BJJ from Ricardo at the Nova Forca gym. Jose is also a Judo Black belt and Traditional Ju-Jitsu Black belt.

José Jiujitsu competitions career 2017 Brown Belt European Masters heavyweight champion, 2nd in the 2019 Black Belt Masters World Pro.

Obtaining gold medals at different local and UK tournaments.

José also holds a professional MMA record of 7 -4.

Jose’s ability to be relaxed and friendly, along with his excellent technical skills and professional fighting experience, makes him a very effective instructor..

A Tradition Passed Through Generations

Lineage of Nova Forca Brazilian Jiujitsu

Carlos Gracie

10th-degree red belt and was the founder of Gracie Jiu-Jitsu.

Carlson Gracie

9th-degree red belt and was one of the most important figures in jiu-jitsu. The oldest son of Carlos Gracie.

Rocian Gracie Jr

Rocian Gracie Jr. Master, 6th degree black belt. Earning his black belt with his uncle, Master Carlson Gracie.

Fabio Gomes

5th-degree black belt. He was awarded his black belt by Master Rocian Gracie Jr. And is a founding member of Nova Force Jiu-Jitsu.

Ricardo Da Silva

4th-degree black belt. Earning his black belt by Fabio Gomes. Ricardo is the head instructor for Nova Forca UK.

José Mata

2nd-degree BJJ black belt under Ricardo Da Silva, Nova Forca’s UK head instructor.

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How to Find Us

Located in the heart of Dunton Green, our gym is easy to reach and ready to welcome you.

Dunton Green Recreation Ground,

London Road,

Dunton Green,

Sevenoaks,

Kent,

TN13 2UR