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UKSCA Annual Conference 2027
10-12 September 2027
East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham

A 3-DAY FESTIVAL OF LEARNING, PRACTICE AND CONNECTION

The UKSCA Annual Conference returns to Nottingham from 10–12 September 2027, bringing together the strength and conditioning community from across sport, health, education, rehabilitation and performance.

Friday 10 September — Specialist learning
A programme of focused seminars, workshops and applied learning ahead of the main conference.

Saturday 11 – Sunday 12 September — UKSCA Annual Conference
Two days of presentations, practical sessions, discussion, research and professional connection.

Expect expert insight, practical coaching, discussion, emerging research and plenty of opportunities to connect with practitioners working across the profession.

Programme announcements and ticket information will follow.

Where the profession comes together to shape what comes next

As the professional body for strength and conditioning in the UK, the UKSCA does more than represent the profession - it defines the standards that underpin it.

The Annual Conference is where those standards are examined, challenged and moved forward.

​You can expect:

• Keynotes, panels and debates exploring standards, expectations and the future of the profession
• Practical workshops and applied sessions bridging the gap between theory and delivery
• Experienced coaches and practitioners demonstrating what effective delivery looks like in real environments
• Industry-leading researchers sharing evidence that informs and challenges current thinking
• Poster and oral presentations showcasing emerging research and applied insights
• Extensive networking opportunities across the profession

Why attend?

Whether you’re just starting out or leading a programme, this event is designed to develop your practice and expand your perspective.

You will leave with:

• A clearer understanding of what to prioritise in your own practice
• Practical ideas you can apply immediately in coaching and delivery
• Greater confidence to make informed decisions in complex settings
• New perspectives from across the wider sport & health sector
• Valuable connections that extend beyond the conference.

More than a conference

This is where the profession comes together. Not just to learn, but to contribute.

• Share ideas and challenge current thinking
• Learn from different sectors and environments
• Build relationships that support your development
• Play a role in raising standards across sport & health
• Be a part of the S&C community

More than a programme

The UKSCA Conference is where the profession comes together — to learn, challenge ideas, share practice and build relationships. The sessions matter. But some of the most valuable conversations at conference happen outside the lecture theatre.

Across the weekend there will be opportunities to train together, meet speakers and presenters, explore new research, connect with exhibitors and spend time with colleagues from across different areas of S&C.

Join us in Nottingham

Set within the East Midlands Conference Centre, the event combines high-quality presentation spaces with integrated practical facilities, creating an environment where ideas move seamlessly into application.

Conference App

Use the conference app to make connections throughout the weekend.

Build your agenda, see who is attending, connect with other delegates and continue conversations beyond individual sessions.

It can be particularly useful if you’re attending on your own and want an easier way to identify people with similar interests or roles.

Be part of the community.

Join a club. Start a conversation. Introduce yourself to someone new. Stay for the social events. Speak to a poster presenter. Connect through the app. Attend one day, or experience the full three-day festival - the choice is yours.

Whether you're attending, presenting, or both, this is your opportunity to engage with the people and ideas shaping the future of the profession.

The more you put into the weekend, the more you’ll get from it.