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First-time Attendees

Welcome to the IDEA World Convention! During these four days, you're going to learn from the world’s most successful and influential experts in the fitness industry. You will leave inspired, motivated, educated and with the tools and advice you need to jump start your future and make a long-term career doing what you love.

Below you'll find all the information you need to get the most out of attending the IDEA World Convention for the first time. So let's get started.

Here are the top ten tips:

  • Sessions start filling up quickly, so be sure to make your choices soon. Look out for the email announcing session selection is open.
  • Try a variety of education session types (i.e., don’t choose workouts only)!
  • Take every opportunity to network at IDEA World. Start now by joining the attendee only Facebook group.
  • Print your session handouts before the event.
  • Bring a water bottle, snacks, workout towel and a sweater/sweatshirt.
  • Give yourself time! Allow at least 45 minutes to check in at Registration before your first class. Registration for World attendees will be at the Anaheim Convention Center, Hall D.
  • Don't miss out on the special events: the Opening Ceremonies, the IDEA World Welcome Party, Rookie Rumble, IDEA World Mega Circuit, IDEA Success Academy and the Showcase Sessions!
  • Maximize your Expo Hall experience by reviewing the exhibitor list ahead of time.
  • Enhance your time in Anaheim with an epic outdoor Anaheim Adventure. More details to come soon.
  • Have fun as you discover the tools and strategies necessary to truly effect global change for years to come!

Sample Schedules:

Are you a personal trainer from a large club, a mind-body professional or club owner, choose from a variety of occupations that best fits your day to day responsibilities and review the sample schedule to get the most out of your experience.

Check out these other helpful links:

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Check in and on-site registration:

Anaheim Convention Center, Hall D

IDEA World Convention

IDEA World Club & Studio Summit

IDEA World Nutrition & Behavior Change Summit

IDEA World Fitness & Nutrition Expo (Exhibitors and Expo Guests)

Hours

Wednesday, June 26
7am–7pm

Thursday, June 27
6:30am–6pm

Friday, June 28
6:30am–7pm

Saturday, June 29
6:30am–7pm

Sunday, June 30
7–11:30am

FAQs

How do I register?

Online: Visit this link to sign up today! By Phone: Call our Inspired Service Team toll-free at (800) 999-4332, ext. 7. Outside the U.S. and Canada: dial (858) 535-8979, ext. 7. (7:00am-5:00pm Pacific Time, Monday-Friday) Please have your credit card number and expiration date ready.

Where does the IDEA World Convention take place?
Where do I check in?
Where does the IDEA World Club & Studio Summit take place?
Where does the IDEA World Nutrition & Behavior Change Summit take place?
Where does the IDEA World Fitness & Nutrition Expo take place?
What are the Attendee Registration hours for questions/assistance?
How do I get a group discount on event registrations?
Do IDEA Business Members have an event discount?
Can people bring in their own equipment to use/demonstrate in sessions when working out?
I'm interested in the IDEA Support Squad? How do I join?
What should I bring?
Are there places to change and/or shower between classes?
Will handouts be available for event sessions?
How do I get CECs for the sessions I attend?
Which certification agencies offer CECs for this event?
How many CECs can I earn at the event?
What do I do if zero credits are assigned to my scheduled session?
How many CECs are offered for each session?
Do I get CECs for completing the preconference sessions?
What is the age you need to be in order to attend/register for the IDEA World Convention?
What is your policy on service animals?
What is the IDEA Cancellation Policy?
What is the cancellation policy for the Anaheim Adventures?