HAMILTON, Ont. - McMaster Performance is hosting its fourth annual Performance & Wellness Workshop June 20-21, 2025.

Led jointly by the Department of Kinesiology and McMaster Performance, the McMaster Performance & Wellness Workshop is a collaborative event aimed at uniting professionals across various disciplines focused on performance and wellness. Welcoming members from both the McMaster and Greater Hamilton communities, the workshop caters to individuals interested in rehabilitation, sport performance, fitness, coaching, biomechanics, nutrition, and wellness. 

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Building upon the success of the previous events, this year's workshop promises an array of enriching experiences where participants can expect a blend of hands-on workshops, classroom-style sessions, engaging talks from esteemed speakers representing both academia and industry, and ample networking opportunities with leaders in their respective fields.

The objectives are to: 

• Bring people together across disciplines—from coaches and trainers to researchers and athletes—to share ideas and build meaningful connections in the performance and wellness space.

• Provide practical learning opportunities through hands-on sessions, expert talks, and real-world insights that participants can apply in their own work or training.

• Showcase the work and expertise of professionals and researchers who are advancing performance, recovery, and well-being in sport, health, and fitness.

 
Tickets

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General Admission Weekend Passes:

• Students (any school) $75

• Professionals $175

General Admission Single Day Passes:

• Students (any school) $50

• Professionals $100

Workshop, gifts & lunch on Saturday included in ticket price. Early Bird Ticket options available until May 16th**
 
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Schedule
 
Friday, June 20st 2025

• 11:30 am | Women's Lunch & Chat

• 1:00 pm | Welcome and Opening Notes

• 1:15 pm | Cardiovascular Health and HIIT

• 2:15 pm | Break (15 minutes)

• 2:30 pm | Breakout Sessions with Movement Professionals 

• 4:00 pm | Break (15 minutes)

• 4:15 pm | Athlete Nutrition

• 5:15 pm | Business Operations / Leadership

• 6:00 pm | Closing Notes

 
Saturday, June 21st 2025

• 8:00 am | Interactive Movement Session + Facility Tours

• 8:45am | Introductions and Opening Notes

• 9:00 am | Sport Biomechanics and Analytics

• 10:00 am | Break (15 minutes)

• 10:15 am | Theme Based Warmups

• 11:00 am | Grad Research Breakouts 

• 12:00pm | Lunch

• 1:00 pm | Rotating Network Event (Research, S&C, Industry professionals)

• 2:00 pm | Blending S&C and Sport Science

• 3:00 pm | Break

• 3:15 pm | Panel Discussion on Integrated Support Team Best Practices

• 4:30pm | Closing Notes

 
*Schedule subject to change


Certifications

• 0.8 NSCA CUE - Level A
• 3 Non-NCCP PD POINTS 

*This workshop will provide approximately 13 hours of lecture or hands-on sessions counting towards professional development points. Details on CEU's and PD points will be communicated to attendees closer to the event, once applications have been reviewed by the governing bodies.


McMaster University's Affordable Accommodations

• Available from early May to mid-August: Book now

• Guests can stay any number of nights in a variety of room styles

• Accessible suites and rooms are available in all buildings, please email reserve@mcmaster.ca for more details.

• Stay on our beautiful campus with easy access to downtown and main attractions

• Enjoy central air conditioning

• Rest easy in our secure residence facilities

• One of the best hotel deals in Hamilton

• 24/7 Guest Service Centres take care of your needs

• Free Wi-Fi keeps you connected

Single Room with Ensuite Washroom (1 double bed) - $90/night
Double Room with Ensuite Washroom (2 double beds) - $143/night
 
Location
High Performance Area Building (Google Maps)
McMaster University
1280 Main St. W
Hamilton, ON - L8S 2L8
(HPA accessible from Forsyth Ave. N)