Registration is closed for 2024. Online: Visit this link to sign up today! By Phone: Call our Inspired Service Team at 800-999-4332, ext. 7; Outside the U.S. and Canada: 858-535-8979, ext. 7. 7:00am-5:00pm Pacific Time, Monday-Friday.

Where does this event take place?

Event check-in and registration, the IDEA World Fitness & Nutrition Expo and most educational sessions will take place at the Los Angeles Convention Center, West Hall. The host hotel and select educational sessions are at the JW Marriott at L.A. Live.

Please check-in at the Los Angeles Convention Center, West Hall, located at 1201 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015.

Where does the IDEA World Fitness & Nutrition Expo take place?

The IDEA World Fitness & Nutrition Expo will be held at the Los Angeles Convention Center, West Hall, located at 1201 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015.

What are the Attendee Registration hours for questions/assistance?

Wednesday, July 10: 7:30am - 5:30pm Thursday, July 11: 6:30am - 6:00pm Friday, July 12: 7:00am - 6:00pm Saturday, July 13: 7:00am - 6:30pm Sunday, July 14: 7:30am – 10:00am

Is IDEA World available to non-IDEA members?

IDEA members will always receive the best pricing. If you would like to attend IDEA World and are not currently an IDEA member, we have created bundle pricing. This includes a 1-year IDEA Pro membership and registration to IDEA World for one convenient price. Other great benefits of being a member can be found here.

Will there be an IDEA World Club & Studio Summit

IDEA World Club & Studio Summit will not be a standalone event in 2024. Club & Studio sessions will be a track on the IDEA World program that is open to all paid attendees. If you are a Club & Studio owner or manager interested in attending, please register as an IDEA World attendee, and select the sessions within the Club & Studio track. In addition, there will be a Club & Studio pre-event intensive geared toward Club & Studio owners.

Will there be an IDEA World Nutrition & Behavior Change Summit

IDEA World Nutrition & Behavior Change Summit will not be a stand-alone event in 2024. Nutrition & Behavior Change sessions will be a track on the IDEA World program that is open to all paid attendees. If you are a nutritionist or dietitian interested in attending, please register as an IDEA World attendee, and select the sessions within the Nutrition & Behavior Change track.

Can people bring in their own equipment to use/demonstrate in sessions when working out?

No. Due to safety concerns, we cannot allow any other type of equipment (wearable, portable) other than the equipment that IDEA has provided in the conference session(s).

Interested in joining the IDEA Support Squad?

Being a Support Squad member is a fantastic opportunity to be involved behind the scenes, make life-long friends and Inspire the World to Fitness! If you’re reading this you must already know the reputation IDEA has for hosting the most energetic, thought-provoking and cutting-edge events in the industry. Space is limited for this exclusive group. Please check back soon for the Support Squad application form. To learn more about the benefits of joining this program, please email Steffi Habermann at shabermann@ideafit.com.

Once on-site, you will want to make sure you have your registration confirmation, picture ID, a printed copy of session handouts, water (bring a bottle and refill it at the water stations), snacks, a sweatshirt (sometimes the rooms get a little cool, especially after some exercise), a yoga mat (for mind/body sessions), a notepad and a pen or pencil and business cards for networking.

Are there places to change and/or shower between classes?

Unfortunately, other than your hotel room, there are no shower facilities available to attendees in the hotel or convention center. Restroom facilities throughout the venue can be used for changing clothes, if needed.

Will handouts be available for event sessions?

Session handouts will not be available at the event. Attendees should print the handouts they need. Session handouts will be available to print at least 2 weeks prior to the event. If you decide to change sessions on-site, session handouts can be found in the event app.

How do I get CECs for the sessions I attend?

Your proof of attendance and CEC credits are on your CEC certificate, which will be emailed to you at the conclusion of the event. The certificate will populate with the sessions selected during the registration process. You will receive communication on how to change/select sessions leading up to the event.

Which certification agencies offer CECs for this event?

IDEA will petition most certifying agencies for event CECs including ACE, ACSM, AFAA, NASM, NESTA and more. Once CECs have been approved, they will be listed in the session descriptions.

How many CECs can I earn at the event?

You can earn up to 26 CEC hours by attending the full event. Receive up to 8 more if you attend a Pre or Post-Event Intensive session. That’s enough credits for your certification renewal! (Please check with your specific certification agency for their renewal criteria).

What do I do if zero credits are assigned to my scheduled session?

CECs are assigned by the certification agency, not IDEA. Certification agencies base credits on the education provided and presenter qualifications. If you would like to attend a different session that is offering CEC credit, simply make the change online to your schedule prior to attending the event, or to make changes to your schedule on-site, visit Attendee Registration.

How many CECs are offered for each session?

Generally, you’ll receive one CEC per contact hour for workshops and lectures. If you attend a 2-hour workshop, you’ll receive up to 2 credit hours. We are in the process of getting approvals from each of the agencies above and will post the credits as soon as they are available. That way you’ll know exactly how many credits the sessions you are interested in attending are approved for.

Do I get CECs for completing the Pre or Post-Event Intensive?

Yes, at the end of the Intensive session you’ll receive a Certificate of Completion that will include the number of CECs for attending. Make a copy for your records and send a copy to your certification agency.

What is the age you need to be in order to attend/register for the IDEA World?

In response to attendee requests and to preserve the educational atmosphere of the event, children under the age of 18 are not allowed in sessions, even to observe. The IDEA Career Discovery Program brings students between the ages of 14-18 who are interested in becoming fitness pros to participate and learn at IDEA World. Please check back soon for the application form.

What is your policy on service animals?

If you require an Emotion Support Animal (ESA) please contact IDEA prior to arriving to the event. IDEA will require current documentation (not more than one year old) on letterhead from a licensed mental health professional stating (1) the attendee has a mental health-related disability listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM IV); (2) having the animal accompany the attendee is necessary to the attendee’s mental health or treatment; (3) the individual providing the assessment of the attendee is a licensed mental health professional and the attendee is under his/her professional care; and (4) the date and type of the mental health professional’s license and the state or other jurisdiction in which it was issued. This documentation may be required as a condition of permitting ESA’s to accompany attendees. Under the Americans With Disabilities Act, ESA’s are not given the same rights and exemptions as Service Animals and approval of ESA’s in public areas and businesses are at the discretion of those entities. If prior approval is not given by IDEA, attendees will be asked to remove the ESA from the event.

What is the IDEA Cancellation Policy?

Cancellations on or before June 12, 2024 will be refunded in full (less a $100 processing fee). Cancellations received after June 12, 2024 will be issued an open credit, in the full amount of your purchase that can be used toward a future IDEA event. Open credits issued will expire on December 31 of the following calendar year. *IDEAfit membership fees purchased as part of a bundle package are non-refundable. We’ve made it easier to switch names on event registrations at no charge. If you can’t make it, you may send a colleague in your place by contacting Inspired Service at least 7 days prior to the event (switches are subject to a fee increase based on member status). Contact Inspired Service for further assistance at 858-535-8979, ext. 7, or email at inspiredservice@ideafit.com. IDEA Health & Fitness Association is not responsible for any loss or damage as a result of a substitution, alteration or cancellation/postponement of an event. IDEA shall assume no liability whatsoever in the event this conference is canceled, rescheduled or postponed due to a fortuitous event, act of God, unforeseen occurrence or any other event that renders performance of this conference impracticable, illegal or impossible. For purposes of this clause, a fortuitous event shall include, but not be limited to: war, fire, labor strike, extreme weather or other emergency.

Will there be a virtual offering for IDEA World Convention?

Some sessions will be recorded and available post-event for IDEA members through the Video Library at www.ideafit.com . There will not be a “live” virtual offering for this event.

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