Upcoming
Events

Our professional development event program has been developed specifically for the multidisciplinary needs of the sports medicine and sports science community. SMA Members receive discounted or complimentary registration.

These events are designed to support and extend ongoing professional knowledge and skills development, and certificates are sent to attendees to claim CPD hours where relevant. Find out more about CPD eligibilty and recognition here

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March 2025

Running injuries

Dates: 27 March
Time:
5:30pm – 6:30pm
Location:
Centre for Movement, 22 Crawford Street, Katherine East NT

Interactive workshop designed to equip you with the skills to better understand, manage, and prevent common running injuries, along with VALD jump assessments. Learn more

Running strong: A guide to the assessment of runners

Dates: 29 March
Time:
9:00am – 12:00pm
Location:
State Sport Centres – Parkville, 10 Brens Drive, Parkville VIC

Hands-on workshop, outlining the key steps in assessing the runner, encompassing assessments of mobility and strength using a range of both high-tech and low-tech methods. Learn more

April 2025

Heat management in sport and exercise symposium

Dates: 11 April
Time:
11:00am – 4:30pm
Location (hybrid):
University of Sydney and via livestream

Leading experts and practitioners will discuss policies, strategies and real-world applications for managing heat in athletic and community settings. Learn more

Dates: 16 April
Time:
6:00pm – 7:30pm AWST
Location:
Online

An in-depth exploration of multi-directional instability (MDI) of the shoulder, focusing on pathophysiology, assessment, and evidence-based rehabilitation strategies. Learn more

Dates: 30 April
Time:
7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location:
Online

Experts Michael Kenihan and Dr Anita Green will explore how mentorship can accelerate your professional growth and unlock new opportunities. Learn more

May 2025

Syndesmosis injury management in 2025: The keys to optimising return to play

Dates: 13 May
Time:
6:30pm – 8:30pm
Location:
Western Australian Institute of Sport, 10 McGillivray Road, Mt Claremont WA

Integrating Sports Physiotherapy, Sports and Exercise Medicine, and Orthopaedic perspectives to help you best manage the next syndesmosis injury that you see clinically. Learn more

Dates: 28 May
Time:
7:00pm – 8:00pm AEST
Location:
Online

Sport and Exercise Physician, Dr Carlee Van Dyk, shares complex diagnostic cases from her practice, offering insights on when to refer if the clinical picture doesn’t add up. Learn more

Events pipeline

Below are just some of our events currently in the pipeline for 2025. More details will be made available as they are confirmed.

Email us if you have any questions in the meantime.

  • Abuse in Sport | Online | May
  • Sports trauma | Online | June
  • Top tips for an impressive presentation | Online | August
  • Careers in sports medicine | Online | August
  • Student career night | In person QLD | August

Keep your eyes on this page for more events as they’re confirmed.