South Australian Sports Medicine Association

Welcome to the South Australian Sports Medicine Association website.

The SA Sports Medicine Association has been the leading organisation in South Australia dedicated to providing the sport, physical activity and recreation community with expert information, training and advice for over sixty years.

Through our multidisciplinary membership we provide advice on a diverse range of sport and exercise medicine issues. In the areas of prevention, management and education SASMA strives to excel.

Media Release: CONCUSSION IN SPORT – EVIDENCE ON HEADGEAR – FACT CHECK
The South Australian Sports Medicine Association (SASMA) is funded by the South Australian Government to deliver the Community Concussion education programs across the State, based on evidence and expert advice.

Concussion and the role of headgear has been a topic of significant global interest and we understand the desire to find safety measures to support safe participation in sport and activity. At the moment there is no conclusive evidence to support the use of headgear to prevent concussion.

Full Media Release here: Concussion_headgear_FACTS_SASMA_August 2025.pdf

SASMA strongly encourages ongoing concussion prevention and management research, including research into headwear development. When the significant volume of well-designed peer reviewed medical research into concussion reaches an internationally accepted consensus, we look forward to sharing the findings and promoting an evidence-based strategy for concussion prevention and safe participation in all sports.

It is important individuals and families playing sport within SA are aware of the facts.

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Regional Education South Australia

Do you live in regional SA? We have partnered with Sport SA to deliver subsidised education across our state, with a focus on the regions. In the coming months, we are visiting the South East, the Riverland, Roxby Downs and Whyalla. Click here to see our upcoming regional courses which are heavily discounted - SASMA and Sport SA Partnership.

See upcoming events below for our community courses such as Sideline Help, Concussion and Taping.

If you would like SASMA to travel to your region to provide Sports Trainer / Community education, please contact us at sportstrainers@sasma.com.au or call us on 8234 6369


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Event Id	Event Name	Event Start Date	Event Start Time	Event End Time	Event Venue	Booking URL	Public Booking Form Header


1877	Managing Bones Stress Injuries: Science, Strategy and Solutions	Thursday October 16 2025	18:30	20:30	SA Sports Institute	Register Now	The SA Sports Medicine Association invites those working or studying in medicine, allied health, sports science and similar disciplines to join us for the following Professional Education Session. Managing Bone Stress Injuries: Science, Strategy and Solutions. Nutrition and sleep recovery strategies to rebalance the endocrine system and protect your bone health. Considerations to implement a framework for athlete bone health. With a lineup of expert presenters, have the opportunity to ask questions and network with the wider sports medicine community. DATE: Thursday 16th October 2025 TIMES: 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start, concluding approx. 8:30pm. VENUE: SA Sports Institute / 145B Railway Tce, Mile End, SA COST: Professional Member $25 / Student Member $15 / Non-Member $55 / Non-Member + Become a Member $245 PRESENTERS: Dr David Spurrier / APA Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapist Prof. Danny Eckert / Ph. D. / Director of Sleep Health, Flinders University Olivia Warnes / Sports Dietitian, SA Sports Institute There will be Professional Learning Outcomes for all speakers/topics, outlining how these discussions/learnings can be implemented to your relevant disciplines/studies.
1868	Level 1 Sports Trainers Course / OCTOBER	Sunday October 19 2025	09:30	16:30	SA Sports Institute	Register Now	To achieve the Level 1 Sports Trainers Accreditation participants will need to complete 2 components: Online Course component to be completed prior to practical day (sent upon registration) Complete full day practical assessment session in person You must complete all components to become an Accredited Sports Trainer plus provide evidence of current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011 - valid for 3 years) & CPR (HLTAID009- valid for 12 months) certificates. DATE: Sunday 19th October 2025 TIMES: 9:30am - 4:30pm (approx) VENUE: NEW SASI Complex, 145B Railway Terrace, Mile End TICKETS: Standard - $299.00 The Level 1 Sports Trainer assists athletes in the prevention of injuries and provides initial sports injury management. Level 1 Sports Trainers work at sporting clubs, school sports days, national and international events. You will cover the following topics: · Introduction to being a Sports Trainer · Functional Anatomy and Injury Management · Injury Prevention · Medical Conditions · Trunk Injuries · Concussion · Head and Spinal Injuries · Wound Management for Sport · Moving the Injured Athlete · Ankle, Thumb and Finger Taping · Upper Limb and Lower Limb Injuries On successful completion of a SASMA Sports Trainers course? A National Accreditation lasts for 3 years and is issued on successful completion of the course. On Successful completion of the SASMA Sports Trainers courses candidates become a SASMA Sports Trainer Member, opening up a range of benefits, including discounted events and courses, including the annual Conference, paid opportunities, mentoring, and more. AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES I authorise SA Sports Medicine Association (SASMA) to use any film footage, photographic images or sound recording produced in any format taken or recorded of me by SASMA for the purposes of promotion on the SASMA website (www.sasma.com.au), SASMA Facebook and/or Twitter pages and other promotional material for future courses and/or conferences.
1882	Level 2 Sports Trainers Course / NOVEMBER (one-day)	Sunday November 2 2025	09:30	16:00	SASMA / SASI Complex	Register Now	Date: Sunday November 2nd (one day) Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm (approx) Venue: SA Sports Institute Complex, 145B Railway Tce, Mile End SA Cost: $375.00 To finalise your Level 2 Sports Trainers Accreditation Trainers must complete the following: Declaration of hours (minimum 50 hours as a Level 1 Sports Trainer) - attached. Hold (or obtain) a current First Aid and CPR Certificate. Complete the following Sport Integrity Australia Online Modules - click here. Safeguarding Children and Young People in Sport PBTR Harassment and Discrimination Asthma First Aid for Schools/Sport - click here. Complete the Level 2 Course - Online Component - sent on registration. Attend all components of the practical day.
1838	Sports Medicine in General Practice Course / 2025	Thursday November 6 2025	09:00	17:00	SA Sports Institute	Register Now	Musculoskeletal medicine is the third most common presentation in General Practice. This course is targeted at improving GP’s examination, diagnostic and management skills in the area of musculoskeletal and sports medicine. There will be opportunity to learn from nationally recognised experts across the Sports Medicine disciplines, and is an excellent opportunity to network with leading MSK Physicians and Surgeons in Adelaide. It will provide GP’s with an excellent introduction to Sports Medicine focusing on muscular skeletal examination, diagnostic and management techniques for both common and complex sports injuries. The course is focused around the use of Case Studies. LOCATION: New SA Sports Institute Complex, 145B Railway Tce, MILE END, SA DATES & TIMES: Day 1 / Thursday November 6 / 9:00 - 5:00pm Day 2 / Friday November 7 / 9:00 - 5:00pm Day 3 / Saturday November 8 / 9:00 - 5:00pm Day 4 / Sunday November 9 / 9:00 - 1:00pm times are approximate REGISTRATION OPTIONS:* SASMA Member - Attend In Person / $1995 Non-Member - Attend In Person / $2195 Registrar + TMO + RMO - Attend In Person / $1475 * all Non-Members will become a SASMA Professional Member by way of their registration. *Note: Prices include GST - Tax* *Deductible*
1883	Level 1 Sports Trainers Course / NOVEMBER	Sunday November 30 2025	09:30	16:30	SA Sports Institute	Register Now	To achieve the Level 1 Sports Trainers Accreditation participants will need to complete 2 components: Online Course component to be completed prior to practical day (sent upon registration) Complete full day practical assessment session in person You must complete all components to become an Accredited Sports Trainer plus provide evidence of current Provide First Aid (HLTAID011 - valid for 3 years) & CPR (HLTAID009- valid for 12 months) certificates. DATE: Sunday 30th November 2025 TIMES: 9:30am - 4:30pm (approx) VENUE: NEW SASI Complex, 145B Railway Terrace, Mile End TICKETS: Standard - $299.00 The Level 1 Sports Trainer assists athletes in the prevention of injuries and provides initial sports injury management. Level 1 Sports Trainers work at sporting clubs, school sports days, national and international events. You will cover the following topics: · Introduction to being a Sports Trainer · Functional Anatomy and Injury Management · Injury Prevention · Medical Conditions · Trunk Injuries · Concussion · Head and Spinal Injuries · Wound Management for Sport · Moving the Injured Athlete · Ankle, Thumb and Finger Taping · Upper Limb and Lower Limb Injuries On successful completion of a SASMA Sports Trainers course? A National Accreditation lasts for 3 years and is issued on successful completion of the course. On Successful completion of the SASMA Sports Trainers courses candidates become a SASMA Sports Trainer Member, opening up a range of benefits, including discounted events and courses, including the annual Conference, paid opportunities, mentoring, and more. AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES I authorise SA Sports Medicine Association (SASMA) to use any film footage, photographic images or sound recording produced in any format taken or recorded of me by SASMA for the purposes of promotion on the SASMA website (www.sasma.com.au), SASMA Facebook and/or Twitter pages and other promotional material for future courses and/or conferences.
1886	Red Wine Conversations, with Dr Mark Fisher and Dr Bridget Sawyer	Thursday December 4 2025	18:30	21:00	SA Sports Institute	Register Now	Inviting our members to join us this December for an end of year celebration event. Hear from long-time, retiring, SASMA Members, including, Port Adelaide Club Doctor Mark Fisher, former President and Women's Tour Down Under Doctor, Bridget Sawyer, and more, for an evening of celebration and networking. Recap Mark and Bridget's brilliant careers in Sports Medicine, hear stories from years gone by, and have the opportunity to ask questions throughout the evening. EVENT: Red Wine Conversations, with Dr Mark Fisher and Bridget Sawyer. DATE: Thursday 4th December 2025 TIMES: 6:30pm arrival for a 7:00pm start, finishing by 8:30pm (times are approximate) VENUE: SA Sports Institute, 145B Railway Tce, Mile End TICKETS: Exclusive to SASMA Members and Sports Trainers / $20.00