The 76th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo June 24-27 in Orlando is almost here! To ensure attendees are prepared to enjoy their convention experience at the Orange County Convention Center – West Building (OCCC) in Orlando, here is an overview of what you need to know before you head to NATA 2025.
Explore the NATA 2025 Website
The NATA convention website houses everything you need to know about NATA 2025 including full details on the education sessions, networking opportunities, AT Expo and more.
Keep up With All Things NATA 2025
Download the NATA 2025 app, the most up-to-date resource for convention events and information. Use it to connect with your peers, draft a game plan for visiting your favorite exhibitors and add educational programming to your agenda. You can sync the app across all your devices and stay organized with up-to-the-minute exhibitor, session, speaker and on-site event information. Download the app from the convention website or find it in the Apple App Store or Android Google Play Store. Some features require creating an account and logging in.
You can also stay in the know by following NATA on Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram for need-to-know information and breaking news. Use the #NATA2025 hashtag to share your experience and connect with other attendees.
Lastly, read the Convention Daily News eblast, which will be sent to your inbox each morning during convention. Get a recap of the previous day and check out featured events. If you didn’t know, you can adjust what you are – and aren't – receiving from NATA to ensure you never miss out on the news and information you want from your association.
Dress Comfortably
NATA 2025 is a business casual event. Business casual attire – shirts, slacks, skirts and blouses (no jeans or shorts) – are expected and acceptable at NATA 2025. Casual attire can be worn to evening events at SeaWorld Orlando and the Day 2 Party. Also, there will be a considerable amount of walking during the convention. Be sure to pack athletic or comfortable shoes.
Orlando in June is hot and humid with a chance of afternoon rain showers – plan your outfits accordingly. OCCC is well air-conditioned, so a light jacket may be needed.
Integrated Student Experience
NATA 2025 features an integrated student experience within the professional convention framework. This integration into the convention programming provides students with targeted experiences and access to resources that will enrich their educational journey at convention.
Use Career Center Live
NATA Career Center Live, available 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 24-26 and 8 a.m. to noon June 27 in OCCC, W221A, allows candidates and recruiting institutions to make in-person career connections.
To make connections with potential employers, candidates should look for attendees wearing a “Now Hiring” ribbon on their badge. Career Center Live will also have “Job Seeker” ribbons for candidates.
Grab Your Badge at Registration
After arriving to NATA 2025, proceed to the registration in OCCC, West D Lobby, to get your badge and other convention materials before attending educational sessions or events. Your registration materials will include your name badge, guest badges – if any – and pre-purchased event tickets. Be sure to have your registration email confirmation and photo ID handy. Registration will be open:
- 7 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. June 24
- 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 25
- 7:30 a.m. to noon June 26
- 7:30 a.m. to noon June 27
Note: For the safety and security of all convention attendees, NATA doesn’t offer on-site badge reprints.
Stop by the Ribbon Wall
After you pick up your registration materials, head to the Ribbon Wall in OCCC, West D Lobby, and add ribbons corresponding to your setting, professional interests, honors, volunteer service and more. This will help you network with other attendees – and show off! Committee ribbons will be distributed during committee meetings.
Question? Get an Answer at NATA Hub
NATA Hub, open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 25-26 in OCCC, West Hall D2, is your centralized destination for engaging with all aspects of your NATA membership! It’s the best place to connect with staff or volunteer leaders and get your questions answered. You’ll find NATA staff throughout convention, identifiable by their silver name badges. If you need something, just ask – they’re here to help you make the most of your convention experience.
Power Up
Attendees are encouraged to bring a portable charger as wall power may not be readily available in OCCC.
Travel Discounts
NATA and its official travel agency, Direct Travel (formerly Colwick Travel), have secured airline and car rental discounts for NATA attendees. Learn more and use your discount.
Hotel Shuttle Service
Select NATA hotels will have shuttle service to the OCCC West Building June 24-27. Hotels with shuttle service are posted on the NATA 2025 housing website, and the NATA 2025 convention app. All other hotels are within walking distance of OCCC.
Airport Transportation
All official NATA hotels are located on International Drive, which is approximately 16 miles from the Orlando International Airport (MCO). Visit the convention website for approximate transportation rates.
Visit the Ground Transportation section of the convention website for information on drop-off and pick-up locations for ride share and taxi service as well as information about local bus transportation and car rentals.
Parking
For attendees who plan on driving, OCCC offers on-site vehicle parking at both the West and North-South buildings. Additional parking is also offered at the Destination Parkway Garage. Parking rates vary depending on vehicle size and entry time. Parking spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For those who plan on driving to OCCC, event-specific parking areas will be listed on roadway signage on International Drive, Universal Boulevard and the surrounding area.
Discounts for Restaurants and Attractions
NATA has teamed up with Visit Orlando to offer attendees exclusive discounts on local attractions, theme parks, restaurants and entertainment venues. Take advantage of these savings and start planning your Orlando adventure today.
Special Accommodations Are Available
The online registration process includes an opportunity for registrants to request assistance to be able to fully participate (mobility, hearing, vision, etc.) in official convention events. If you need to request special accommodations or make other updates to your record, visit the NATA 2025 registration page and enter the email address and password used to register in the “Already Registered” section. Note: Selections aren’t confirmed until paid in full.
Wheelchair-accessible seating is available in all meeting rooms. Front-row seats are reserved in all meeting rooms for those who need to sit close to the stage.
NATA 2025 is a Cashless Event
On-site payment options for NATA 2025 are limited to credit/debit cards only. We accept American Express, Discover, MasterCard and Visa.
Add to Your Packing List
Pin Collector's Meet & Greet
Be sure to pack your pins and patches to exchange during the Pin Collector's Meet & Greet from 3 to 4 p.m. June 26 at the NATA 75th Anniversary Display at OCCC, Tangerine Ballroom Lobby. During this NATA Historical Commission event, NATA 2025 attendees will have the chance to meet one another and exchange NATA, district and state pins and patches.
‘Dress for Success Career Closet’
Bring your gently used professional clothing to the NATA Ethnic Diversity Advisory Committee “Dress for Success Career Closet” program taking place 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 24-26 at OCCC, W221 A-C. In collaboration with the NATA Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Council and the NATA LGBTQ+ Advisory Committee, EDAC will collect gently used, clean and freshly laundered professional clothing suitable for wearing to job interviews. EDAC is partnering with the NATA Career Center and will make the items available to students and young professionals visiting Career Center Live before donating them to Career Closets at local universities.
NATA LGBTQ+ Advisory Committee Sock Drive
Bring your socks to donate to the NATA LGBTQ+ Advisory Committee Sock Drive. Drop off your socks from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 24-26 at a donation box located in the registration area in OCCC, West D Lobby. In collaboration with the DEIA Council and EDAC, the NATA LGBTQ+ Advisory Committee is partnering with Covenant House, Orlando, for its second annual sock drive. Convention attendees can donate new socks and support young people in Orlando who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. For more information, connect with the committee on X, Instagram and Facebook.
Lost and Found
Stop by the NATA Info Desk in OCCC, West D Lobby, to turn in something you’ve found, or to see if your lost item has been turned in. After convention, if you have lost anything, email meetings1@nata.org with a description of your missing item.
Wi-Fi Will Be Available
Wireless internet is available in the lobby food courts, corridors and public spaces for tasks that are not bandwidth intensive, such as reading email and light web browsing.
Water
Water refill stations are provided throughout OCCC near the restrooms.
First Aid Care
If you’re in need of any first aid supplies while at OCCC, first aid care is located in the First Aid Office in OCCC, West Hall D2.
Quiet Room
Need a break from the action? Take a moment to rest and reflect in the Quiet Room, located in OCCC, W225.
Mother's Room
There are several lockable Wellness Rooms in OCCC:
- Level 1: Two Wellness Rooms in the B Registration Area
- Level 2: One in the C Lobby and one in the E/F Lobby
- Level 3: Two in the C Lobby overlook, near the W315 elevator
- Level 4: One in C Lobby overlook, near the W414D elevator
New! Guest Admittance Policy
The NATA convention guest policy has been updated to provide complimentary access to select official convention events while introducing ticket fees for certain social events to help offset the associated costs for attending guests. See the NATA Guests section of the convention website for the complete guest policy.
Secure Your Special Event Tickets
The NATA 2025 event lineup is packed with exclusive activities and opportunities to connect – from the NATA Happy Hour to the Opening Reception at SeaWorld Orlando and Day 2 Party, featuring the return of the band, The Mixed Nuts.
Registered attendees receive a complimentary drink ticket for the NATA Happy Hour from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. June 24 OCCC, West Hall E1, and an admission ticket to the Opening Reception from 7 to 10 p.m. June 25 at SeaWorld. Discounted guest tickets for the Opening Reception are also available.
Don’t miss the Day 2 Party from 7 to 9 p.m. June 26 at Ole Red, 8417 International Drive, just 1.2 miles from the OCCC West Building. Tickets are required for all participants (ages 18 and older) and must be purchased in advance.
Volunteer at NATA 2025
It’s not too late! Volunteering at convention is a great way to get involved, network and save money on your convention registration fee. All volunteers who serve 10 hours or more will be reimbursed a portion of their registration fees. Register online or go to Volunteer Check-In located at OCCC, West D Lobby, to see what shifts are available.
Safety Reminders
Any time you travel, you should observe basic security precautions, and Orlando is no exception.
- Travel in groups or pairs and try to stay in well-lit areas.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Wear your badge only at official NATA functions.
- Keep your personal belongings safe and secured at all times.
Tips for First-Time Attendees
As a first-time convention attendee, you are beginning an adventure filled with opportunities to learn and network with your colleagues and friends. Here is a quick go-to recap of some tips to remember from above as well as new suggestions to help you navigate your first NATA convention:
Before You Go
- Review the full convention schedule to familiarize yourself with all the events taking place during NATA 2025.
- Peruse the educational programming, which includes abstracts, and add the ones you’re interested in to your custom convention schedule within the NATA 2025 app.
- Consider the exhibitors you want to visit at the AT Expo by checking out the floor plan and using the exhibitor listing or booth search on the NATA 2025 app.
- Check out the maps feature on the NATA 2025 app to get the lay of the land before arriving in Orlando.
- Bring business cards to build relationships with new people.
While On-Site
- Don’t miss the NATA Hall of Fame Induction & National Award Ceremony from 1 to 2:30 p.m. June 25 at OCCC, Tangerine Ballroom – West Hall F, a celebration of excellence, achievement and the future of athletic training.
- Say “hello” to NATA Hall of Fame members. They’ll be easy to spot in their green jackets.
- Connect with peers at town halls. Hosted by NATA councils/committees, town halls bring members together to celebrate, connect and discuss important issues.
- Visit your favorite exhibitors and discover new vendors while you learn about the latest products and services at the AT Expo, OCCC, West Hall D.
For more information, visit the convention website or the NATA 2025 app.
