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International Conference on Evidence-Based Aquatic Therapy
April 24-26, 2026
in Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
The International Conference on Evidence-Based Aquatic Therapy (ICEBAT) takes place around the world every two years. We’re thrilled to announce that Canada has been selected to host ICEBAT 2026.
CARI and the Association of International Aquatic Therapy Faculty (IATF) will be organizing this scientific, peer-reviewed conference that is a mix of podium presentations, workshops, posters and pool sessions focused on the current state of the evidence in the practice of aquatic therapy.
Where...
Delta Marriott Toronto Airport & Conference Centre
Close to the Toronto Pearson International Airport, a complimentary shuttle from the airport to the hotel; pool, gym and conference onsite.
Starts Friday @11:00am,
Full day Saturday includes 1/2 day in-pool sessions followed by a GALA Dinner;
Closing remarks at 12:30pm Sunday.
Scientific Committee
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Johan Lambeck, Chair. Switzerland: Vice-president Association IATF
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Andresa Marinho-Buzelli. Canada. Research Associate at St. John’s Rehab Hospital-Sunnybrook Research Institute. Research Advisor for the Canadian Aquatic Rehab Institute
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Javier Güeita. Spain. Professor Rey Juan Carlos University, Madrid, Spain. Lecturer IATF
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Oliver Krouwel. UK. Clinical Pain Management and MSK Specialist. Aquatic Therapy Association of Chartered Physiotherapists
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Patty Ku. Taiwan. Ignite Physio Clinic. National Yang Ming Chao Tung University. Assistant-Lecturer IATF
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Sophie Heywood. Australia: Clinical Research Coordinator, Physiotherapy Department, St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne
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Urs Gamper. Switzerland: President and Senior Lecturer Association IATF
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Yasser Salem. USA: Program Director and Professor, Hofstra University, Hampstead. Director of Research for the APTA Academy of Aquatic Physical Therapy
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Paula Geigle. USA. Health Science Specialist, Western North Carolina Veterans Administration Health Care System, Asheville NC
Registration:
All Health Professionals Welcome!
In Canada and around the globe, allied health professionals are delivering aquatic therapy in acute, rehab and community settings. Aquatic Therapy is a bridge to a lifelong practice of physical activity.
Come learn the latest physiological research, condition-specific approaches and aquatic techniques to enhance your practice!
Early Bird Registration to open January 31st, 2025.
Sponsors
Be Part of the Excitement
The Sponsorship Cttee is actively seeking dynamic partners who understand the value of aquatics.
Connect with aquaticrehabpt@gmail.com to discuss these opportunities.
