American Society of Acupuncturists
2025 Live In-Person Only Conference:
ASA’s 10th Anniversary Celebration:
Cultivating Our Future Together
Arlington, VA & Washington, DC
Conference (Live In-person Only): April 26-27, 2025
Acupuncture for our Public Servants
Washington DC: April 28, 2025
BONUS: Pre-Conference On-Demand Webinar Series
starting April 11, 2025 (with 2-week access)
Totaling over 25 hours of continuing education training!
Mark your calendars for the ASA’s annual conference in Arlington, Virginia on April 26-27, 2025. This live in-person only brings together leaders and experts from the acupuncture field with the topic of cultivating our future together. We will celebrate ASA’s 10th anniversary with a celebratory Chinese dinner banquet. In addition, following the conference on April 28th, we will be returning to Capitol Hill to provide acupuncture demonstrations in our Acupuncture for Our Public Servants event.
Join the American Society of Acupuncturists as we gather for our live in-person only Annual Conference at the Renaissance Arlington Capital View in Arlington, VA (next to DCA)! Come join us as we learn from experts in topics affecting the future of our profession. In addition, we will be celebrating ASA’s 10th Anniversary with a Chinese Banquet Dinner!
Includes BONUS pre-Conference Series available on demand courses: Learn from industry leaders in our pre-conference on-demand webinar series with 2-week access.
Conference participants can also apply to provide acupuncture demonstrations at our Acupuncture for our Public Servants Event on Advocacy Day April 28, 2025. Stipulations apply. Participants will be chosen from the list of Health Fair applicants.
Join us as we discuss topics that shape the future of our profession at our ASA 2025 Annual In-Person Only Conference. Meet new friends and reconnect with those you know! The acupuncture profession is stronger when we all work together. Your participation matters! See you in Arlington, VA!
Registration Rates:
ASA Members:
$399 by December 31, 2024
$449 by March 17, 2025
$499 by April 26, 2025
Non-ASA Members:
$499 by December 31, 2024
$549 by March 17, 2025
$599 by April 26, 2025
Students (no CEU/PDAs provided):
$399 by March 17, 2025
$449 by April 26, 2025
Discount Hotel Registration link for the Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel (discount rate available until April 1, 2025).
$25 Chinese Banquet Family Style Dinner Reservation for April 26th (offsite), sponsored by Jane App
- 8 Course Dinner includes: Prawns stuffed with tofu, house special chicken, ginger & scallion lobster, shiitake mushroom with vegetables, flounder, fried rice (options may change based on availability)
- Vegetarian table option
- Please note due to family-style dinner banquet, we cannot accommodate celiac diets.
- Due to restaurant size, limited tickets are available for conference attendees only (only 200 dinner tickets are available). Additional tickets for $125 each may become available on Saturday, April 26th at the registration desk.
The ASA will be taking photos and videos during this event. By registering for this conference, you permit the American Society of Acupuncturists to use photographs and videos with your image for any of the following purposes: websites or social media accounts, advertisements, promotional publications, articles, other marketing materials, and internal publications.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
50% refund by March 1, 2025; 25% refund by March 15, 2025; No refund after March 15, 2025.
Please contact gro.u1733935947cASA@1733935947ecner1733935947efnoC1733935947 for any questions
If you are interested in submitting a course proposal, please complete the next section.
Call for Speakers: ASA 2025 Annual Conference – Cultivating Our Future Together
We are excited to invite you to submit proposals for lecture presentations at the 2025 American Society of Acupuncturists’ Annual Conference!
The ASA Annual Conference is a premier gathering of acupuncture professionals dedicated to advancing the field through education, collaboration, and innovation. This year’s conference theme is “Cultivating Our Future Together,” and ASA’s 10th Anniversary. We are seeking dynamic and engaging presentations that explore how acupuncture and herbal medicine can shape a thriving future for the profession and the well-being of our communities. Presentations may be virtual for our pre-Conference Webinar series or live in person in Arlington, Virginia on April 26-27, 2025.
Presentation Topics:
We encourage submissions that explore the theme of “Cultivating Our Future Together” in the context of acupuncture and herbal medicine. Presentations should be 50-minute lecture style. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- The Future of Practice:
- New and emerging applications
- Integrating acupuncture and herbal medicine into evolving healthcare models
- Building a sustainable and successful practice
- The Future of Research:
- Cutting-edge research
- Our role in addressing future healthcare challenges
- Advancing evidence-based practice in acupuncture and herbal medicine
- The Future of Collaboration:
- Our role in integrative medicine
- Collaborations with other healthcare professionals
- Expanding acupuncture’s reach through public health initiatives
- The Future of Our Community:
- Fostering inclusive diversity, equity, and access
- Building a strong voice for acupuncture advocacy
- Empowering the next generation of acupuncturists
Who Should Apply:
We welcome proposals from acupuncturists, researchers, educators, and other healthcare professionals with expertise in acupuncture, who are passionate about shaping a bright future for the field.
Submission Guidelines:
- Please submit a proposal of no more than 350 words that outlines your presentation topic, learning objectives, and how it connects to the conference theme “Cultivating Our Future Together.”
- Include a CV, along with a brief biography (maximum 300 words), highlighting your relevant experience and accomplishments.
- Proposals can be submitted electronically through our Submission Form by November 24, 2024.
- Needling demonstrations may only be presented in recorded video format.
Selection Criteria:
Proposals will be reviewed by a selection committee based on the following criteria:
- Relevance to the conference theme and target audience
- Originality and depth of content
- Clarity and conciseness of presentation
- Presenter’s qualifications and experience
- Connection to the future of acupuncture
Benefits of Presenting:
- Share your vision for the future of acupuncture with a national audience of colleagues.
- Gain recognition as a leader in shaping the field’s future.
- Network with colleagues who share your passion for advancing acupuncture.
- Receive a complimentary conference registration (restrictions may apply).
Please note: The conference organizers do not provide travel and accommodations.
Important Dates:
- Submission Deadline: November 24, 2024
- Notification of Acceptance: January 31, 2025
Application Form: https://forms.gle/hCmy4aUvSQL6YuRh6
We look forward to receiving your proposals!
For inquiries, please contact:gro.u1733935947cASA@1733935947ecner1733935947efnoc1733935947 1733935947
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