The International Performance in Sport Conference has one major strand focusing on Medicine, Therapy and Performance and a second concentrating on Technology, Science and Law. Internationally renowned speakers will give challenging and interactive presentations on key topics and issues under these themes. Whilst open to all medical and healthcare professionals, the conference is particularly aimed at sports doctors, therapists, athlete coaches, scientists, personal injury lawyers, sport Governing Body Development Officers and administrators who support recreational, club and elite athletes across a variety of disciplines.

This conference is suitable for general practitioners to include in Personal Development Plans or Portfolios. Continuing Medical Education approval for hospital doctors is being sought. Non-accredited CPD for lawyers is also available. Certificates of attendance will be available at the end of the conference.

We hope you will take the opportunity to attend this conference and visit the vibrant city of Newcastle. With its warm and friendly welcome, Newcastle offers a rich variety of culture from fine art, theatre, music, a wide variety of restaurants and nightclubs as well as some excellent shopping, sport and leisure facilities. The conference takes place alongside various sporting events as part of the BUPA Great North Run programme of events, so it promises to be a busy and exciting time with lots to see and do. The conference is organised by Great Run and supported by UK Athletics.

For up-to-date programme details please refer to the conference section of www.greatshow.org.