SA Sports Medicine Association
About the South Australian Sports Medicine Association
Supporting Safer Sport and Active Communities Across South Australia
The South Australian Sports Medicine Association (SASMA) is the peak body for sports medicine, sport safety and physical activity in South Australia.
For more than 60 years, SASMA has brought together healthcare professionals, researchers, educators, Sports Trainers and sporting organisations with a shared goal of helping people participate safely and confidently in sport and physical activity.
Through evidence-based education, professional development, community programs and strategic partnerships, SASMA supports everyone from grassroots participants and volunteers through to elite athletes and sports medicine professionals.
Our work focuses on improving injury prevention, injury management, concussion awareness, athlete wellbeing and safe participation in sport, helping South Australians stay active for life.
SASMA supports the sporting community through:
- Sports medicine education and professional development
- Sports Trainer accreditation and education
- Community sport safety programs
- Concussion education and resources
- School sport education programs
- Research translation and evidence-based practice
- Advocacy for safe participation in sport and physical activity
- Partnerships with sporting organisations, schools, councils and health providers
SASMA plays a unique role in connecting sport, health and education. By bringing together clinicians, researchers, Sports Trainers, educators and sporting organisations, we help create safer sporting environments and improve access to evidence-based sports medicine knowledge across South Australia.
FUTURE
A South Australia where every person can participate in lifelong, sport and physical activity safely, supported by world-leading sports medicine education.
FOCUS
South Australia’s peak body advancing safe sport in SA through expert care, education and leadership.
COMMITMENT
To deliver high-quality sports medicine services, education and leadership that empowers members, strengthens communities and ensures safe sport across South Australia.
People and Leadership
Meet the team dedicated to leading and supporting safe sport in South Australia.
Partners and Sponsors
Our partners and sponsors play a vital role in helping us strengthen our impact.
Positions and Opportunities
Get involved through a range of positions, volunteer roles and opportunities.
History
SASMA has been supporting South Australian professional members, students, sports trainers and the broader sporting community through education and training that supports a safe sporting and active environment since 1961.
Honour Board
Honouring the individuals whose dedication and service have shaped the SA Sports Medicine Association.
