Australian Strength and Conditioning Association

Australian Strength and Conditioning Association Australia’s governing body for strength and conditioning coaches, ensuring excellence in S&C.

Episode 146 of the ASCA Elite S&C Coach Podcast, proudly sponsored by AlphaFit is LIVE! We sit down with Samuel Gardner,...
06/10/2026

Episode 146 of the ASCA Elite S&C Coach Podcast, proudly sponsored by AlphaFit is LIVE!

We sit down with Samuel Gardner, Lead of Applied Performance Sciences for US Paralympic Sport. From supporting Team USA across Olympic and Paralympic Games to working with the Golden State Warriors and Marine Special Forces, Sam shares a perspective shaped by diverse athletes, environments and challenges.

📌The role of mentorship and continuous learning.

📌Why some of the most important qualities in high-performance environments have little to do with technology or programming.

📌The unique demands of Paralympic sport.

📌Building effective interdisciplinary teams, adapting as your role evolves, and balancing emerging performance technologies with the timeless principles that continue to drive athlete development.

A thoughtful conversation on empathy, humility, collaboration and the pursuit of better performance. A great listen for coaches and practitioners at every stage of their career.

Listen now to episode 146 of the ASCA Elite S&C Coach Podcast, proudly sponsored by AlphaFit via www.strengthandconditioning.org/podcast/elite or wherever you get your podcasts

06/10/2026

30 DAYS TO GO! 🎉

The ASCA International Conference is more than just two days of learning.

🌟Conversations between sessions.
🌟Building new connections.
🌟Catching up with familiar faces,
🌟Exploring the trade exhibition.
🌟Meeting our sponsors and exhibitors and getting to know their products and services.

With a packed program of sessions from world class S&C practitioners and plenty of opportunities to connect, share ideas and learn from others, there’s so much to look forward to.

Join a space where knowledge, experience and different perspectives 🤝

2026 ASCA International Conference on Applied Strength and Conditioning partnered by AlphaFit Equipment & Flooring

6-7 November 2026
Brisbane convention and exhibition centre

The ASCA Elite L3 Coach Accreditation course starts tomorrow, Wednesday 7 October 2026 on the Gold Coast. Here’s a remin...
06/10/2026

The ASCA Elite L3 Coach Accreditation course starts tomorrow, Wednesday 7 October 2026 on the Gold Coast. Here’s a reminder of what it takes to enter the course and achieve the highest level of accreditation offered by the ASCA.

👉Designed for experienced Strength & Conditioning coaches working at the highest levels of high-performance sport who are ready to further develop their coaching, leadership and management capabilities.

👉To be eligible, coaches must have held ASCA Professional L2 Accreditation for a minimum of two years, along with meeting a range of other stringent entry criteria.

If you’re currently accredited at Professional L2, now is a great time to review the requirements for your next step, identify any gaps, and start preparing for future progression to the ASCA Elite L3 - so you’re ready to apply when the 2027 course dates are confirmed 😊

Learn more about the ASCA Elite L3 pathway and entry requirements via the ASCA website at www.strengthandconditioning.org/courses-accreditation/elite-l3

Your next step if you’re currently accredited at ASCA Associate L2 💪The ASCA Professional L2 Accreditation recognises ex...
06/10/2026

Your next step if you’re currently accredited at ASCA Associate L2 💪

The ASCA Professional L2 Accreditation recognises experienced Strength & Conditioning coaches who have demonstrated significant practical development in the industry.

It’s also an important step in the accreditation pathway. Coaches must hold Professional L2 accreditation for more than two years before progressing to the ASCA Elite L3 Accreditation 👊

What criteria do you need to meet?

✅Be a current ASCA Member.

✅Be an Accredited ASCA Associate L2 Coach - Must be compliant and meet the full criteria of the new ASCA Accreditation Framework.

✅Provide official evidence of 2 years full time, or equivalent hours (3,600) as an S&C coach wit

Reminder of the eligibility criteria for the ASCA Associate L2 Strength and Conditioning Accreditation Course.Two pathwa...
06/10/2026

Reminder of the eligibility criteria for the ASCA Associate L2 Strength and Conditioning Accreditation Course.

Two pathways to enter the course:

Pathway 1: ASCA Level 1

You must:

· Hold a current ASCA Level 1 accreditation; and

· Provide evidence of at least 100 hours of strength and conditioning coaching experience with athletes competing at state level or above

Check out all upcoming ASCA Associate L2 courses👉Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra and Townsville - with Cork alread...
06/10/2026

Check out all upcoming ASCA Associate L2 courses

👉Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra and Townsville - with Cork already confirmed for April 2027.

Apply here www.strengthandconditioning.org/associate-l2-course-dates

October
📌Adelaide
📌Brisbane - SOLD OUT
📌Melbourne
📌Sydney - SOLD OUT
📌Canberra

November
📌Townsville

April 2027
📌Cork

Calling all members of Osteopathy Australia All Osteo Specific Level 1 strength and conditioning courses in Melbourne ar...
06/10/2026

Calling all members of Osteopathy Australia

All Osteo Specific Level 1 strength and conditioning courses in Melbourne are sold out - Secure your place in Brisbane or Sydney this October 😊

🔗 www.strengthandconditioning.org/level-1-osteopaths-australia-oa-course-dates

Must be a member of Osteopathy Australia to register

The Osteo specific ASCA Level 1 strength and conditioning course is designed specifically for you👊

If you’ve been thinking about starting your journey in strength and conditioning, these are your final opportunities to ...
06/10/2026

If you’ve been thinking about starting your journey in strength and conditioning, these are your final opportunities to get started before the end of the year; Plus, a few dates confirmed for 2027 👀

See all upcoming courses and locations here: www.strengthandconditioning.org/level-01-course-dates

October 2026
• Gold Coast (SOLD OUT)
• Cork, Ireland
• Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
• Manila, Philippines

November 2026
• Łódź, Poland (SOLD OUT)

ASCA PODtober is here🎙️Throughout October, we’re bringing you four new episodes of the ASCA Elite S&C Coach Podcast, pro...
06/10/2026

ASCA PODtober is here🎙️Throughout October, we’re bringing you four new episodes of the ASCA Elite S&C Coach Podcast, proudly sponsored by AlphaFit.

Hear from four strength and conditioning practitioners from around the world as they share practical insights, experiences and perspectives from across the profession.

Stay tuned for a new episode each week 👀

Check out all new podcast releases on the ASCA website at https://www.strengthandconditioning.org/podcast/elite

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