Benjamin Bonn

Dr. Benjamin Bonn is a researcher at the Institute of Professional Sport Education and Sport Qualifications within the German Sport University Cologne. His academic focus lies in Training Pedagogy and Martial Research, with extensive contributions to digital education, gamification, and combat sports pedagogy.

• Current affiliation: German Sport University Cologne
• Section: Training Pedagogy and Martial Research

His research explores the intersection of digital media and physical education, emphasizing gamification, self-defense instruction, and pedagogical quality in sports schools. Recent work includes the 2025 publication Digitale Medien im erziehenden Sportunterricht, which examines technology's role in educational physical education.

Publication Trends: Over 33 outputs (2017–2025), focusing on digitalization, martial arts education, and pedagogical methods. Key co-authors include Swen Körner, Tino Symanzik, and Johannes Karsch.

• Notable Awards:
  • Award from German Sport University Cologne

Bonn collaborates with academic staff across institutions, particularly on NRW sports school networks and dual career development projects. His work bridges pedagogy, technology, and combat sports, offering practical guides for educators and theoretical frameworks for digital sports science.