Deadline for abstract submission 31st January 2012
Abstract acceptance or rejection notification 16th March 2012
Congress early bird regisration deadline 16th April 2012
Our Local Organising and Scientific Programme committees have been planning and working with our key partner agencies on an exciting and stimulating congress programme. Please note this is a provisional version at this stage and may be subject to change. Once the WCAA 2012 abstract submissions have been reviewed the programme will be finalised and an updated version will be available. To download the PDF version of the programme please click here.
Key one day congress themes will focus on active ageing in the prevention and self management of the conditions associated with old age.
Cognitive functioning and dementia
Neurological and musculoskeletal conditions
Falls, fractures and bone health
Cardiovascular and respiratory conditions
These themes will be complimented by a series of conferences strands which will include:
The impact of the built and natural environment and technology upon physical activity participation
Training and instruction in exercise leadership and safe and effective programming
Motivation to take up and adhere to physical activity and exercise
Measurement of physical activity and exercise outcomes
Active Ageing and health promotion
If you have an exciting idea for a Congress symposium, particularly relating to these themes, strands and the mental health, well-being, quality of life and needs of the frailest and oldest, please contact us now at programme@wcaa2012.com
Scientific Programme
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Our Local Organising and Scientific Programme committees have been planning and working with our key partner agencies on an exciting and stimulating congress programme. Please note this is a provisional version at this stage and may be subject to change. Once the WCAA 2012 abstract submissions have been reviewed the programme will be finalised and an updated version will be available. To download the PDF version of the programme please click here.
Key one day congress themes will focus on active ageing in the prevention and self management of the conditions associated with old age.
These themes will be complimented by a series of conferences strands which will include:
If you have an exciting idea for a Congress symposium, particularly relating to these themes, strands and the mental health, well-being, quality of life and needs of the frailest and oldest, please contact us now at programme@wcaa2012.com