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.

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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. 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


1895	Level 1 Sports Trainers Course / MARCH 22	Sunday March 22 2026	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 22nd March 2026 TIMES: 9:30am - 4:30pm (approx) VENUE: 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.
1915	Low-Dose Radiation Therapy in Osteoarthritis	Thursday March 26 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. Running in collaboration with GenesisCare. Radiation Therapy in Osteoarthritis: Low-Dose Therapy as a Modern Option in Osteoarthritis Management With Dr Kevin Palumbo / Radiation Oncologist, GenesisCare Join us for an evidence-based exploration of low-dose radiation therapy in osteoarthritis, examining mechanisms, clinical indications, safety considerations, and where it may fit within contemporary multidisciplinary care. Tailored to those working or studying in medicine, allied health, sports science and similar disciplines. --- DATE: Thursday 26th March 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: FREE event for the medical and allied health industry - positions are limited. --- We encourage you to promote this event to your colleagues and networks who may also be interested.
1902	Level 1 Sports Trainers Course / SCHOOL STUDENTS / APRIL	Monday April 13 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: Monday 13th April 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.
1897	Level 1 Sports Trainers Course / APRIL 19	Sunday April 19 2026	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 April 2026 TIMES: 9:30am - 4:30pm (approx) VENUE: 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.
1912	University Students / Level 1 Sports Trainers Course	Tuesday April 21 2026	09:30	16:30	SA Sports Institute	Register Now	This course is recommended for those studying medicine, allied health, sprots science, human movement or similar disciplines. 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) Hold (or obtain) a current First Aid (HLTAID011) and CPR (HLTAID009) Certificate - uploaded to SASMA profile Complete full day practical assessment session in person DATE: Tuesday, 21st April, 2026 TIMES: 9:30am - 4:30pm (approx.) VENUE: SA Sports Institute Complex, 145B Railway Terrace, Mile End - (Adelaide Uni Rooms - Level 2) TICKETS: Student Ticket + Student Membership - $199.00 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.
1898	Level 2 Sports Trainers Course / MAY 03 (one-day)	Sunday May 3 2026	09:30	16:00	SA Sports Institute	Register Now	Date: Sunday 3rd May (one day) Time: 9:30am - 4:30pm (approx) Venue: SA Sports Institute Complex, 145B Railway Tce, Mile End SA Cost: $399.00 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.