FITTSPORT 2011 - THE ITT FITNESS CONVENTION

Institute of Technology Traleeis proud to announce FITTSPORT 2011 - the ITT Fitness Convention which will run on Friday Feb 18th 2011.  The convention is an ideal opportunity for all individuals working in the area of fitness and coaching to update themselves on the latest research and ideas from the world of sport and fitness.

The programme starts with the choice of 2 keynote lectures from Karl Henry, personal trainer with RTE's Operation Transformation and Dr Cian O'Neill, physical trainer with all Ireland winning team Tipperary.  This is followed by another choice of 2 keynotes from Dr. Tadgh McIntyre (Sports Psychologist) and Aoife Hearne (Sports Nutritionist).

The keynotes are followed with a choice of workshops from each of the speakers, including ideas on a "no equipment" workout, speed training for teams, practical skills for using imagery to motivate players and case studies on sports nutrition.

The afternoon is packed with additional workshops from Trevor Woods on training for triathlons, Steve Barret (UK master Reebok presenter) who will present a "fat furnace" which is a new novel approach to circuit training. Mel Prouty will present her latest ideas on Yoga in her "Revolve to Evolve" - revolving postures in yoga workshop. Mark Kilgallonfrom the Sports Institute in Northern Ireland will present a practical workshop on core strength and conditioningfor players. 

An event not to be missed by any one working or interested in the area of sports coaching, management or as a fitness professional.  For further information check out www.ittralee.ie, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call Teresa Richardson on087 6176016 or Eimear Foley on 066 7144141.

Please click here to download brochure outlining the event with application form