Now Open: NATA 2026 Registration
Registration for the 77th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo June 29-July 2 in Philadelphia is now open! Visit the convention website to learn more about what NATA 2026 has to offer and register to attend the in-person event today.
Taking place in the City of Brotherly Love, NATA 2026 is a unique opportunity that blends building meaningful relationships and elevating your athletic training career.
This year, in-person attendees can earn up to 40 CEUs – 15 while in Philadelphia and 25 on-demand. That’s double the total potential CEUs an in-person attendee can earn compared to previous years. This enhanced CEU structure is designed to reward engagement and offer unmatched flexibility for every attendee.
Early registration, which offers the best price for NATA 2026, runs through March 31. Here are a few things you can do now to get ready for the profession’s flagship event for peer-to-peer networking and immersive learning.
Convince Your Boss To Pay for You To Attend
Use NATA’s Strategic Investment Proposal: NATA 2026 to show your employer why attending NATA 2026 is a smart investment. This customizable template outlines the value of attending convention, highlighting professional development opportunities, continuing education credits, peer networking and access to cutting-edge innovations in athletic training. Use it to make a compelling, results-driven case for financial support and position your attendance as a strategic advantage for your employer.
Don’t Forget To Buy Tickets, Register in Advance
When you register for NATA 2026, don’t forget the add-ons. Some special events – such as the Chuck Kimmel NATAPAC Luncheon and NATA Research & Education Foundation’s Rock & Bowl fundraising event – require a ticket that can be purchased with you NATA 2026 registration. In addition, advanced registration is required for the First Aid/CPR Course, Blended Advanced Tracks and Blended Learning Labs (registration for these three educational offerings closes May 31).
Book Your Housing, Travel
If you haven’t already done so, be sure to book your NATA 2026 housing and travel. NATA has worked with our housing provider, Convention Management Resources, to secure the lowest hotel rates at official NATA convention hotels, available to attendees and exhibitors on a first-come, first-served basis.
In addition, the Housing & Travel section of the convention website features discount codes from select airlines and rental car companies as well as transportation tips and insights.
Start To Build Your Convention Plan
It’s never too early to start mapping out your convention experience. After you register, be sure to visit the Convention section of the NATA 2026 website for a look at this year’s schedule as well as insight into the educational programming and AT Expo updates.
Next, check out the Experience section to learn more about the special events taking place throughout NATA 2026, including town halls, the NATA Happy Hour and NATA Hall of Fame Induction & National Awards Ceremony. There, you can also learn more about things to do in Philadelphia and NATA 2026 app.
