2024 AUSactive Active Health Summit spotlighted as a Melbourne event not to be missed

For all those in the exercise and active health sector, the 2024 AUSactive Active Health Summit to be held on Saturday 13th April at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre is an event not to be missed.

The summit is dedicated to covering essential health topics, aiming to enhance the skill set of professionals working with clients dealing with all abilities, mental health, high-performing sports, men’s and women’s health, chronic health issues, injury prevention, and rehabilitation.

AUSactive Chief Executive Barrie Elvish said the summit promises to deliver valuable insights as well as the opportunity to discuss important industry topics with leading experts.

Elvish notes “the 2024 Active Health Summit will be led by renowned professors, industry experts, and allied health professionals who will share their expert knowledge and insights across a range of modalities and topics.

“After a hugely successful and inaugural Active Health Summit in 2023, we’ve made this one bigger and better. We’ve squeezed a tremendous amount into the schedule so there really is something for everyone.”

2024 Active Health Summit Melbourne
Date: Saturday, 13th April 2024
Venue: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) Room: Eureka Room 1
Tickets & Full Program : ausactive.org.au/event/2024-ausactive-active-health-summit-melbourne/

What's Included:

• 5 CECs

• Education: Engage in a full day of diverse educational sessions led by industry leaders. Explore the latest trends, best practices, and innovations in the exercise and active health landscape

• Networking Opportunities: Connect with other like-minded exercise professionals, and industry experts. Build valuable relationships that extend beyond the conference

• Resource Kit: Gain access to exclusive content, including post-conference materials, and additional resources to continue your learning journey

• Interactive Q&A Sessions: Participate in interactive Q&A sessions with speakers and industry experts, providing opportunities for personalised insights and guidance.

If the program of sessions isn’t enough to get your endorphins going, then the speaker line up certainly will.

This year’s impressive speakers include:

Durham McInes
Founder and Director, Core Advantage Athletic Development
Session topic: Optimising Training For Gender Differences: Learnings From Elite Sport Everyone Can Use For Better Fitness Outcomes
McInes is the founder Core Advantage Athletic Development and has been a pioneer of private sector strength and conditioning in Australia. In addition to his private athletic development work, McInes  has served in various high-performance roles in both the Australian Women’s National Basketball League and the Australian Women’s Ice Hockey league. He has also worked with multiple Olympians and was high performance manager for the Australian Sapphires at the 2007 world championships. McInes currently overseas the training and development of over 100 athletes across 20+ sports at Core Advantage and serves as an advisory board member for Deakin University’s undergraduate sports science course.

Alexandra Totaro
Founder & Chief Executive, Bootcamp Co
Session Topic: Build & Scale Your Small Business
Totaro is the Founder/Owner of Melbourne’s largest outdoor bootcamp brand. Specialising in obesity management, plus size, and return-to-exercise clientele, she has forged an empire in the Small Business Landscape. With over a decade of experience in the fitness industry and formal education in Business & Psychology, she is a powerhouse of knowledge.

Dr Lisa Gadd
Director & Osteopath, Living Healthy Group
Session Topic: Supporting Clients with Injuries: Collaborative Strategies with Allied Health Professionals
Dr Gadd is an esteemed business leader and the founder of Living Health Group. She is well regarded among health professionals, fitness professionals and many patients because of professional and caring nature. Dr Gadd has over 15+ years experience as an Osteopath, and over a decade experience working in the health and fitness industry. Over the years she has worked with many AFL clubs and currently heads up the medical department at MFC.

The Summit is being held alongside the AusFitness Expo, being staged at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre on 13th and 14th April.

For more information about other Active Health Summit Speakers and to book your tickets now head to ausactive.org.au/event/2024-ausactive-active-health-summit-melbourne/

Please note that catering is not included in the ticket price. However, onsite food vendors will be available for delegate convenience.