MASSUK 2026
Karate – Injury Prevention, Treatment & Rehabilitation
On Saturday 17 October 2026, MASSUK brought its Martial Arts Sports Symposium to the Leonardo Royal Hotel London City. Speakers from orthopaedic surgery, neurosurgery, ENT, sports and exercise medicine, sports science and elite coaching spent the day on one subject: how karate injuries happen, how they are treated, and how athletes get back to competing.
The Symposium was awarded 6 CPD hours by the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh.
Alongside it, a full Karate Training & Development Camp ran from morning to close, led by Jordan Thomas. Delegates came through in groups to watch elite athletes and coaches at work: the clinical discussion and the sport itself, in the same building, on the same day.
Thank you to everyone who spoke, coached, competed, sponsored and attended.
Saturday 17 October 2026 · Full day event
Leonardo Royal Hotel London City
Karate — Injury Prevention, Treatment & Rehabilitation
Awarded 6 CPD hours by RCSEd
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Train with elite instructors in a hands-on martial arts experience.
Join leading experts for evidence-based education and clinical insights.
Why Attend
One day, one discipline. Every session is grounded in the specific demands of Forms (Kata), Kumite and Sparring from grassroots clubs to elite competition.
Evidence-based strategies to reduce injury risk in karate, from grassroots to elite level.
How injury patterns differ across Kata and Kumite, including head injury, and what that means for assessment.
Practical, sport-specific examination techniques for accurate and timely diagnosis.
Current best-practice management — conservative vs surgical — for the most common karate-related injuries.
Structured pathways to guide athletes safely back to training and competition.
Insight from the multidisciplinary team behind athletes competing at the highest level.
Live Observation
See the mechanics of Forms (Kata), Kumite and Sparring up close, with elite athletes and coaches on hand to explain what you’re seeing.
Optional Add-on
A hands-on session exploring the crossover between martial arts choreography and performance conditioning.
Faculty
A multidisciplinary team of clinicians, elite athletes and performers. See the full line-up on the Faculty page.
Consultant Orthopaedic & Trauma Hip Surgeon
Siôn is a Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Oxford.
Karate World Champion
Jordan Thomas is one of Britain’s most decorated martial artists…
Pro-Wrestler, Stunt Performer
Justin has more than 25 years of martial arts experience…
Honorary Clinical Fellow & Resident Doctor Department of Neurosurgery
Dr Deakin is a postdoctoral Associate in Clinical Neurosciences.
Testimonials
From the clinicians and coaches on faculty to the young athletes on the mat — here’s what delegates and campers have told us.
I got to spar against Aaron Cook, it was so cool. He took turns with everyone and joined in with everything we were doing. It was so much fun, and I learned so many things. I really like Bianca too and I got to ask them lots of questions about the olympics. I can’t wait to come to another training camp.
Training Camp Athlete
This is the second time I have been able to attend training camp with Aaron and Bianca Cook, but this is the first time in London and it was amazing. I really loved watching and learning new combinations and getting to try them out. Aaron and Bianca are so kind and encouraging. It was a tiring weekend of training, but I loved it. Each time I get better at sparring and I cannot wait to go to the next training camp.
Training Camp Athlete
The training camp was a really great way for me to learn more about the sport. From different tequniches to training with different people, it really helped me grow as an athlete. I really enjoyed it and hope to do another in the future.
Training Camp Athlete
It was my pleasure to attend the first Taekwondo conference organised by MASSUK. The day was filled with high calibre speakers, personal testimony from world champion Bianca Cook, a practical training session, and a visit to the training ground. A very informative and enjoyable experience. I am looking forward to the next one.
Physiotherapist
I attended the inaugural MASSUK Symposium in 2025 and found it to be one of the most informative martial arts educational events I’ve attended. The calibre of the speakers was exceptional, covering everything from injury prevention and rehabilitation to elite athlete care, but it was delivered in such a friendly and relaxed environment that everyone felt comfortable asking questions and sharing experiences. I came away with practical knowledge that I have since been able to apply within GBMAT, and I’m looking forward to returning this year. I’m also hoping to bring some of my NMAC/GBMAT students along to experience the next training Camp.
Head Coach GB Martial Arts Team, 7th Dan Black Belt, Founder NMAC
Last year I attended with my son who is pursuing a career in T&O and combine it with Sports Medicine. It was an amazing experience, speakers were well informed and delivery of the whole day was spot on. We particularly, enjoyed the practical aspect of the day with athletes performing their craft, to get an idea what is involved, and see how injuries may occur. I have never seen that kind of interaction and also, a unique opportunity to take part in Taekwondo. I was, of course, a natural! Tongue in cheek. We had a wonderful day and were thankful to be invited.
Consultant Podiatric Surgeon & Honorary Clinical Professor in Podiatric Sports Medicine, QMUL
