What is the ASCA?
The ASCA is the Peak Body for Strength and Conditioning professionals in Australia. The Australian Strength and Conditioning Association is the professional development body for Strength and Conditioning Coaches in Australia, representing over 3000 Accredited Strength and Conditioning Coaches involved in coaching athletes/teams at all levels of participation from the club through to Olympic and Professional Sport levels The ASCA is recognised internationally as an industry leader via international affiliates in ASIA/NZ
The ASCA is the only strength and conditioning accreditation to be nationally recognized by the Australian Sports Commission through the National Coach Accreditation Scheme and identifies individuals who possess knowledge and skills to design, implement and review safe and effective strength and conditioning training programs for individual and team sport athletes.
The aim of the ASCA is to Bridge the Gap between sports science and practical application.
It is the professional / educational body for strength and conditioning in Australia. Coach education is a central component of the functions of the ASCA this is conducted through accreditation courses, updating seminars and through the ASCA official journal "Journal of Australian Strength and Conditioning".