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.

Regional Education South Australia

BOOK FOR UPCOMING SPORTS TRAINER COURSES!

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. Click below to see our upcoming regional courses which are heavily discounted.

REGIONAL SPORTS TRAINER COURSES

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


1941	Supporting Neuro-Inclusion through Understanding Your Players	Wednesday July 1 2026	18:00	19:00	Online Workshop	Register Now	Inviting the Sport and Recreation Community to join us for an online workshop this July. Join us for an insightful and practical session focused on the importance of getting to know your players to support neuro-inclusion in sport. Proactively taking the time to understand the unique needs, strengths, and communication styles of neurodivergent players is essential to creating environments where everyone can participate. This event will highlight how building strong relationships with players can support inclusion, improve engagement, and enhance overall sporting experiences. What You’ll Learn Why understanding your players is key to supporting neurodivergent participants Proactive and practical ways to learn about communication, sensory, and learning needs Strategies to create safe, flexible, and inclusive training and competition environments Real-life examples of inclusive coaching and club practices Who Should Attend Coaches, volunteers, and officials Club leaders and administrators Teachers, coordinators, and community sport providers Anyone passionate about making sport more inclusive Event Outcomes Attendees will leave with greater awareness of neurodiversity, increased confidence to engage and support all players, and practical tools to foster inclusive, player-centred environments across South Australia’s sporting landscape. Proudly supported by the SA Government through the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing. DATE: Wednesday 1st July 2026 TIMES: 6:00pm - 7:00pm LOCATION: ONLINE via Teams/Zoom PRESENTED BY: Clair Crowley Minimum numbers required for the event to go ahead.
1942	Building a neuro-inclusive sporting environment.	Wednesday July 8 2026	11:00	12:00	Online Workshop	Register Now	Inviting the Sport and Recreation Industry to join us for an online workshop this July. Join us for an informative and practical event focused on Building a neuro-inclusive sporting environment. This session will explore how sporting organisations can build neuro-inclusive practices and lead from the front in creating welcoming, safe, and equitable environments for their sporting communities. As awareness of neurodiversity grows, it is increasingly important for the sporting sector to understand how to support participants with diverse ways of thinking, learning, and engaging. This session will provide practical insights into fostering inclusive cultures that recognise individual needs and enable all participants to thrive. Through real-world examples and actionable strategies, attendees will learn how to better adapt their approaches, and create environments where everyone feels valued, supported, and able to participate to their full potential. What to Expect Key insights into the importance and impact of neuro-inclusivity in sport Practical approaches to removing barriers to participation Proactive ways to get to know participants Case studies showcasing neuro-inclusive initiatives Opportunities to connect with industry peers Actionable strategies to implement within your own organisation Who Should Attend Club administrators and committee members Coaches, volunteers, and officials State sporting organisations and local councils Inclusion officers and community leaders Anyone committed to making sport more accessible and welcoming Outcomes Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of neuro-inclusive practices, increased confidence to support more participants, and a network of like-minded professionals working to strengthen South Australia’s sporting community. Proudly supported by the SA Government through the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing. DATE: Wednesday 8th July 2026 TIMES: 11:00am - 12:00am LOCATION: ONLINE via Teams/Zoom PRESENTED BY: Clair Crowley Minimum numbers required for the event to go ahead.
1903	Level 1 Sports Trainers Course / SCHOOL STUDENTS / JULY 14	Tuesday July 14 2026	09:30	16:30	SA Sports Institute	Register Now	Kickstart your journey into sport, medicine, or allied health with our School Holiday Level 1 Sports Trainer course for Year 10–12 students. Gain hands-on sports injury management skills, you can opt in to earn up to 10 SACE credits and build real-world experience while exploring future career pathways. 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: Tuesday, 14th July, 2026 (School Holidays) TIMES: 9:30am - 4:30pm (approx) VENUE: NEW SASI Complex, 145B Railway Terrace, Mile End TICKETS: STUDENT - $180.00 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.
1934	Level 1 Sports Trainers Course / JULY	Sunday July 26 2026	09:30	16:30	SA Sports Institute	Register Now	To achieve the Level 1 Sports Trainers Accreditation participants will need to complete the following components: Online Course component to be completed prior to practical day (sent upon registration) Complete full day practical assessment session in person Provide a copy of First Aid (HLTAID011) certificate & CPR (HLTAID009) certificate * Participants are eligible to attend the Level 1 Sports Trainer course without current First Aid or CPR certification; however, they will not be recognised as an Accredited Sports Trainer until all requirements are met. This allows participants to complete the course while finalising their First Aid and CPR, but they cannot act as an Accredited Sports Trainer until accreditation is issued. DATE: Sunday 26th July 2026 TIMES: 9:30am - 4:30pm (approx.) VENUE: SA Sports Institute, 145B Railway Terrace, Mile End SA TICKETS: Standard - $299.00 / Student - $180.00 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.
1939	RIVERLAND / Advanced Taping Course	Sunday July 26 2026	09:30	12:30	Loxton North Football Club	Register Now	Inviting all Sports Trainers to join us for an Advanced Taping Course this July, being held at the Loxton North Football Club. This practical workshop is a great way for Sports Trainers to refine existing sports taping skills, learn new techniques, and ask questions of our expert presenters throughout. Includes a variety of upper and lower limb taping (see below for more). Includes a variety of upper and lower limb taping; Pending time restrictions and attendee preferences, the following may vary. UPPER LIMB / Wrist, Elbow, Shoulder, AC Joint LOWER LIMB / Planter Fasciitis & Arch Support, Medial/Lateral Knee, Advanced Ankle DATE: Wednesday 26th July 2026 TIMES: 9:30am start concluding at approx. 12:30pm VENUE: Loxton North Football Club COST: SASMA Accredited Trainer - $25 / Tertiary Student - $50 / Non-Member - $70 PREREQUISITS: To attend this workshop, you must have a minimum Level 1 Sports Trainer Accreditation or proven prior taping experience.
1917	The Adolescent Athlete: Injury, Load, and Long-Term Health	Thursday July 30 2026	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. *The Adolescent Athlete: Injury, Load, and Long-Term Health - additional details coming soon!* With a lineup of expert presenters, have the opportunity to ask questions and network with the wider sports medicine community. DATE: Thursday 30th July 2026 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 $65 PRESENTERS: *Coming soon!* There will be Professional Learning Outcomes for all speakers/topics, outlining how these discussions/learnings can be implemented to your relevant disciplines/studies.