As a regional chapter, our primary purpose is to work with the national organization, The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) “….to promote and integrate scientific research, education, and practical applications of sports medicine and exercise science to maintain and enhance physical performance, fitness, health and quality of life.” The Southwest Regional Chapter of The American College of Sports Medicine includes six states in its permanent charter granted in 1985. The states include: Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah.
The primary goals of the SWACSM regional chapter are to:
1) Introduce students to the national organization
2) Provide professional and educational meetings in sports medicine and exercise science on an annual basis.
3) Introduce non-member professionals (Exercise Scientists, Physical Therapists, Physicians, Nurses, Athletic Trainers, Aerobics and Dance Instructors, Personal Trainers, Fitness and Health Instructors) to SWACSM and the ACSM.
Events
2025 SWACSM Annual Meeting
Check back for details.
News
- Sign up for ACSM’s Faculty Newsletter, which features regional chapter meetings and involvement.
- Access the SWACSM Newsletter
- Learn about Travel Grants
Membership Benefits
– Biannual newsletter
– Opportunity to submit an abstract for professional presentation at annual meeting
– Career Services and Student Breakfast offered for all students who attend the annual meeting
– Access regional information on internship and graduate programs
– Clinical Health Promotion regional network for students and professionals
-Student Research Awards given based upon peer-reviewed evaluation of a manuscript and slide presentation at SWACSM annual meeting
Pricing
Professional Membership
A Professional Member holds a degree in sports medicine, exercise science, or a related field, or works in a related profession.Student Membership
Applies to undergraduate (full load) and graduate students (at least half load) in a field related to sports medicine or exercise science.To renew your chapter membership, please navigate to ACSM’s My Memberships page. You can renew your membership within 90 days of your expiration date.
Chapter Sponsor
Chapter Leadership
Ben Yaspelkis III, PhD, FACSM
ben.yaspelkis@csun.edu
James Navalta, PhD, FACSM
james.navalta@unlv.edu
Matthew Seeley, PhD, FACSM
Steve Machek, PhD, CSCS
Fabiano Amorim, PhD
