Voting for FWATA District Treasurer is now open.
Please see our voting guide for information on eligible candidates.
Cast your vote today!
Voting will conclude July 31, 2026 @ 11:59p
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2027 AMCS
Las Vegas, NV
We’re excited to announce that the 2027 FWATA AMCS will be held in Las Vegas, NV and were going back to the Westgate Hotel!
We look forward to seeing you in 2027!
Welcome!
The Far West Athletic Trainers' Association (FWATA), also known as District 8 of the National Athletic Trainers' Association (NATA) is comprised of state athletic trainers associations from:
All NATA members that reside within the District 8 states are automatically members of the FWATA. The purpose of the FWATA website is to provide the membership with the latest information and resources regarding health care and the Athletic Trainer. It is our goal to provide up-to-date information for those members living in California, Nevada and Hawaii concerning athletic training clinical practice, links to state and national legislative requirements and educational opportunities for Athletic Trainers living and working in District 8. FWATA represents the state associations within the district at the national level and each year FWATA holds their own Annual District Meeting & Clinical Symposium. FWATA also provides athletic training student scholarships and supports research grants in the field of athletic training.
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2026 AMCS Registration is NOW OPEN!
The time has come… Registration for FWATA’s 2026 Annual Meeting & Clinical Symposium (July 14-17, 2026), located in Kona, Hawaii, is now open!
Take some time to look over the hotel info, preliminary schedule, golf tournament details, and BOC CEU offerings.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
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NATA Foundation Strategic Planning
As the NATA Foundation begins its next strategic planning cycle, we are seeking input from our stakeholders (athletic trainers and partners of the athletic training profession) to ensure our future direction reflects the needs and priorities of the profession. Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us identify what matters most, where we should focus our efforts, and how we can best support athletic trainers, students, and the broader AT community.
This brief survey asks for your perspectives on the NATA Foundation’s priorities, programs, and opportunities for growth. Your insights will play an important role in shaping our strategic direction for the years ahead.
Thank you in advance for sharing your thoughts and helping guide the NATA Foundation’s future.
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2026 Free Communications Program
Submissions are open for the 2026 FWATA Free Communications Program, including original research and case reports from professionals and students. Visit the Research & Grants page for full details and submission links.
The FWATA Organizations:
