Completion of this course certifies students to teach CPR, AED, First Aid and Lay Responder Training. Attendees will have the opportunity to bridge into CPR for Professional Rescuer upon completion.

Recertification of CPR for Professional Rescuer will be conducted at the beginning of the course.

A mandatory online course (approximately 3-4 hours) must be completed prior to the in-person event.

A link to the online course will be provided to registrants by the instructor. Registrants will need to bring their certificate of completion with them to show the instructor.

To allow time for the pre-event work to be completed, registration will close May 31.

Moderator: Dennis Coonan, MSEd, LAT, ATC, Children's Hospital Colorado

Biomechanical analysis in high level athletics has been a key research topic over the past two decades, with mountains of evidence for 2D kinematic analysis as an effective means for evaluating future injury risk. However, technology constraints have prevented this method of pre-participation screening and intervention from gaining widespread use in high school and club level athletics. This course will provide a comprehensive breakdown of 2-dimensional video movement analysis and provide a toolbox for easy use in the field. This course will have two sections; The didactic portion will review current literature on 2D kinematics for distance running, sprinting, cutting, and deceleration strategies. We will utilize sport footage to highlight ideal movement patterns and find examples of poor movement patterns that later resulted in injury. This will include interactive examples with an evidence-based grading metric that an athletic trainer can use as either a pre-participation screening exam or in the return to play process. The in-person portion will focus on the recording and grading of athletes in real time. Our goal is to provide the athletic trainer with the skill to efficiently and effectively use this evaluation tool by the end of the course.

Learning Objectives - Define 2D Kinematics, injury mitigation, and biomechanics principles.
- Analyze movement patterns seen on film; including acceleration, full speed sprinting, trunk positioning, deceleration and change of direction.
- Apply filming strategies to efficiently and effectively record athletes in a reasonable timeframe, including video editing skills to create clean clips for easy use.
- Recognize poor movement patterns and create strategies to address these deficits.

Lab Objectives
- Use a 2D hand held camera to capture movement.

Keywords: biomechanics; prevention; readily available technology

Visit the online NATA Career Center at any time before, during or after the 77th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo.

The NATA Career Center live allows candidates and recruiting institutions to make in-person career connections.

Need a break? Take a moment to rest and reflect in the Quiet Room.

Out of respect to others sharing the space, please refrain from talking, typing or making any other noise. Thank you.

Visit the online NATA Career Center at any time before, during or after the 77th NATA Clinical Symposia & AT Expo.

The NATA Career Center live allows candidates and recruiting institutions to make in-person career connections.

Invitation only.

12 p.m.: Lunch
1 to 5 p.m.: State Leadership Forum

An invitation will be sent to all current state leaders.

Moderator: Dennis Coonan, MSEd, LAT, ATC, Children's Hospital Colorado

Lower extremity overuse injuries are common across both sports and orthopedic practice. Comprehensive assessment of gait abnormalities, faulty foot postures, decreased lower extremity flexibility, joint mobility limitations, and lower extremity strength deficits are all critical to identifying the underlying cause of these common disorders. Clinicians require in-depth understanding of normal and abnormal gait biomechanics and the function of the lower extremity kinetic chain in order to identify and correct underlying causes of lower extremity pathology. While many clinicians possess basic knowledge in these clinical areas, few are equipped to properly identify and correct the multitude of potential underlying causes of pathology. Furthermore, athletic trainers are uniquely positioned to provide on-site interventions in the form of therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and temporary and permanent foot orthoses fabrication in order to treat patients suffering from lower extremity pathology. This workshop presents clinicians with a systematic, evidence-based approach to the evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of patients suffering from lower extremity pathologies.

Learning Objectives - Explain the normal and abnormal biomechanics of the foot and ankle.
- Identify abnormal foot mechanics through a systematic clinical examination.
- Compose assessment findings into a treatment plan based on clinical reasoning and current evidence.
- Show the application of manual therapies specific to assessment findings.
- Produce orthoses impressions via casting, foam trays and iPad screenings.

Lab Objectives
- Create custom, temporary orthotics

Keywords: Foot/Ankle; Biomechanics; Treatment

Pick up your convention badge at registration and kick off your convention experience by grabbing a free drink at the NATA Happy Hour attendee reception from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. June 29 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center (PCC). One complimentary beverage (beer, wine, soda or water) per paid registrant. Additional beverages available for purchase.

Pick up your convention badge at registration and kick off your convention experience by grabbing a free drink at the NATA Happy Hour attendee reception from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. June 29 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center (PCC). One complimentary beverage (beer, wine, soda or water) per paid registrant. Additional beverages available for purchase.

Hear from your district leadership and connect with peers from your area during the NATA district meetings.

Locations:

District 1: PCC, 121A

District 2: PCC, 103A

District 3: PCC, 201C

District 4 & 11: PCC, 108A

District 5: PCC, 113A

District 6: PCC, 120A

District 7: PCC, 105A

District 8: PCC, 119A

District 9: PCC, 201A

District 10: PCC, 108B

Hear from your district leadership and connect with peers from your area during the NATA district meetings.

Locations:

District 1: PCC, 121A

District 2: PCC, 103A

District 3: PCC, 201C

District 4 & 11: PCC, 108A

District 5: PCC, 113A

District 6: PCC, 120A

District 7: PCC, 105A

District 8: PCC, 119A

District 9: PCC, 201A

District 10: PCC, 108B

TICKET REQUIRED FOR ENTRY

Rock & Bowl at Lucky Strike - Celebrating 35 Years of Impact - 90’s Style!

Get ready to roll, rock, and relive the 90’s!

Join the NATA Research & Education Foundation for an unforgettable night of bowling, live music, great food, and fundraising as we celebrate 35 years of advancing the athletic training profession.

Rock & Bowl at Lucky Strike Philadelphia brings together unlimited bowling, interactive games, and high-energy live entertainment from The Flying Ivories, a dueling piano act playing your favorite 90’s hits. Whether you’re hitting the lanes, singing along in the lounge, or catching up with colleagues, there’s something for everyone.

Break out your best 90’s outfit or band T-shirt and help us celebrate this milestone anniversary in style!

Why Should You Attend?

- 3 Hours of Non-Stop Fun: Bowl to your heart’s content, dance and sing along to 90’s classics from dueling pianos, challenge friends at pool and ping pong, and enjoy a lively, social atmosphere.

- Food & Drinks Included: Enjoy a pizza and fajita buffet, plus an open bar featuring beer, wine, and soda throughout the evening.

- Exciting On-Site Fundraising Games: Take part in a wine pull, browse and bid in the silent auction, and join in additional fun games—all supporting a great cause.

- Support a Worthy Cause: All proceeds benefit the NATA Foundation, helping fund research, scholarships, and educational programs that strengthen the future of athletic training.

Important Information

- Limited Tickets Available: Space is limited- tickets must be purchased by June 15. Be sure to secure yours when registering for NATA 2026.

- Why You Shouldn’t Miss It: Celebrate 35 years of impact, connect with colleagues, enjoy a high-energy night out, and support the profession - all in one unforgettable evening.

For more information, visit the NATA Foundation website.

TICKET REQUIRED FOR ENTRY

Rock & Bowl at Lucky Strike - Celebrating 35 Years of Impact - 90’s Style!

Get ready to roll, rock, and relive the 90’s!

Join the NATA Research & Education Foundation for an unforgettable night of bowling, live music, great food, and fundraising as we celebrate 35 years of advancing the athletic training profession.

Rock & Bowl at Lucky Strike Philadelphia brings together unlimited bowling, interactive games, and high-energy live entertainment from The Flying Ivories, a dueling piano act playing your favorite 90’s hits. Whether you’re hitting the lanes, singing along in the lounge, or catching up with colleagues, there’s something for everyone.

Break out your best 90’s outfit or band T-shirt and help us celebrate this milestone anniversary in style!

Why Should You Attend?

- 3 Hours of Non-Stop Fun: Bowl to your heart’s content, dance and sing along to 90’s classics from dueling pianos, challenge friends at pool and ping pong, and enjoy a lively, social atmosphere.

- Food & Drinks Included: Enjoy a pizza and fajita buffet, plus an open bar featuring beer, wine, and soda throughout the evening.

- Exciting On-Site Fundraising Games: Take part in a wine pull, browse and bid in the silent auction, and join in additional fun games—all supporting a great cause.

- Support a Worthy Cause: All proceeds benefit the NATA Foundation, helping fund research, scholarships, and educational programs that strengthen the future of athletic training.

Important Information

- Limited Tickets Available: Space is limited- tickets must be purchased by June 15. Be sure to secure yours when registering for NATA 2026.

- Why You Shouldn’t Miss It: Celebrate 35 years of impact, connect with colleagues, enjoy a high-energy night out, and support the profession - all in one unforgettable evening.

For more information, visit the NATA Foundation website.