ISSA To Host Global Virtual Summit Featuring Education, Career Development

Held over four days in June, the ISSA Global Summit will feature live educational sessions, expert-led pre-conference workshops and an ISSA-hosted Hiring and Career Event

The International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) is expanding its global footprint with the launch of the ISSA Global Summit, a four-day virtual event aimed at uniting fitness professionals, students, educators and industry partners worldwide.

Set for June 9–12, 2026, the inaugural Summit marks a significant evolution for the Phoenix-based fitness certification giant, creating a centralized digital hub for continuing education, career advancement and industry networking at scale. The event will draw from ISSA’s network spanning Asia, Europe, Africa and the Americas.

The ISSA Global Summit will feature live educational sessions, expert-led pre-conference workshops and an ISSA-hosted Hiring and Career Event designed to connect attendees directly with employers and brand partners across the fitness and wellness ecosystem. Participants can earn up to 12 continuing education units (CEUs) and will have on-demand access to session recordings.

“The ISSA Global Summit represents a natural evolution of who we are and how we serve our community,” said ISSA CEO Warren Heffelfinger. “Since 1988, ISSA has helped fitness professionals build knowledge, confidence and careers. This Summit brings that commitment together on a global stage, creating a shared experience where education, opportunity and community intersect.”

With more than 650,000 certified professionals across 176 countries, ISSA is positioning the Summit as both an education platform and a workforce pipeline. Participating employers will represent both U.S. and international markets, expanding career visibility for trainers, coaches and wellness professionals navigating an increasingly global industry.

Organizers say the event will also emphasize community-building through live networking sessions, interactive programming and partner activations. Flexible pricing, early-bird discounts and payment plans are intended to broaden access, with all ticket tiers including post-event recordings.

Held in partnership with the FBA’s Succeed virtual fitness conference, registration for the ISSA Global Summit opens February 18, with additional speaker and partner announcements expected in the coming weeks.

Founded in 1988, ISSA offers more than 50 fitness and wellness certifications and has certified nearly one million professionals worldwide, as it works toward its stated goal of connecting 100 million people to healthy living by 2030.